Volleyball Rotterdam Meetup - The Smashing Expats

Hi everyone 🏐
We invite you to another Smashing Expats training session with a particular offensive focus. This session concentrates on approach timing and attack preparation for first-tempo and fast outside attacks, with special attention to how and when to position yourself as an attacker before the set is released.
The technical focus will be on:

• The attacker’s approach rhythm (last two steps and take-off timing)
• Reading the setter and the block
• Positioning yourself early in offensive transition, so you are available for a fast and effective attack rather than reacting too late

This means we will explicitly train offensive availability, not just the attack itself: being in the right place, at the right moment, with the right body orientation.
As always, the session combines structured training with game play in a focused but social environment.
📌 Event Details
Level: Intermediate players
Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2027
Time: Gym opens 19:50 | Warm-up starts 20:00 | Training (1h15) | Games until 21:55
Location: Putseplein 20, Rotterdam (5-minute walk from metro station Maashaven)
⚡ Program
Arrive, change, and help set up the court
20-minute warm-up
45 minutes of focused training on:
• Attack approach timing (outside and fast attacks)
• Offensive positioning before and during the set
Games until 21:55
Stretching, cool-down, and tidy up together

💡 Practical Info
Please sign up via this Meetup event or let Eleonora (XR2), Hazem (XR3), or Katarzyna (non-NeVoBo members) know directly if you are joining.
A €6 contribution applies to non-NeVoBo members.
Payment must be completed at least 2 days before the event (deadline: Sunday, 25 January 2027).
The payment link is in the comments.
Only clean indoor shoes are allowed.
After training, everyone is welcome to join for a non-alcoholic drink or a small snack at a place close to the gym, next to metro station Maashaven. A relaxed moment to cool down, chat, and connect off the court.
Looking forward to a sharp, offensive-focused session.
See you there.
The Smashing Expats Team

THE FOLLOWING MATCH WAS POSTPONED TO TUESDAY 31-03-2026

💡 Important Match Information
On the second court, our team The Smashing Expats XR3 will play a NeVoBo Recreanten Randstad Mix Poule E match against Goedemiddag! – Erasmus Volley XR6 from Rotterdam.
The match starts at 20:00.
Because one court is reserved for the match, training takes place on one court only.

Hi Volleyball Enthusiasts,

We close January with another Smashing Expats XR1 advanced indoor training session. This evening is all about maintaining rhythm, intensity, and teamwork, with structured drills followed by competitive games.

These sessions are ideal for experienced players who enjoy technical focus, game awareness, and playing at a solid pace in a supportive and international group.

📌 Event Details
Level: Advanced players
Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026
Time: Gym opens 19:50 | Warm-up 20:00 | Drills approx. 30 minutes | Games until 22:00
Location: Zwartewaalstraat 38, Rotterdam (5 minutes’ walk from metro Maashaven)

⚡ Program
• Arrive, change, and help set up the court
• Warm-up (20 minutes)
• Focused drills (40 minutes)
• Match play until 21:50
• Wrap-up and clean-up together

🎯 Experience Level
This session is intended for advanced players who are familiar with the 5:1 volleyball system and able to apply it consistently during training and match play.

💡 Practical Information
• Please sign up via this Meetup event or message Daisy or Xiaoyu if you are joining
• Contribution: €6 per session for non-NeVoBo players
• NeVoBo team members do not pay per session (seasonal fee applies)
• Payment link is in the comments and payment is required in advance
• Only clean indoor shoes allowed

🌟 Keep the momentum going and join us on court for another energetic XR1 session.

The Smashing Expats NeVoBo Teams

Hi Volleyball Enthusiasts,
This XR1 focus session centers on one of the most decisive phases of the game: serve–receive and first-ball side-out within a 5:1 system. We will work on reception stability, setter positioning, and efficient attacking options from good first contact, followed by competitive games where these elements come together.
The session is designed for advanced players who want to improve consistency under pressure and translate clean reception into effective offense.
📌 Event Details
Level: Advanced players
Date: Thursday, 05 February 2026
Time: Gym opens 19:50 | Warm-up 20:00 | Drills approx. 30 minutes | Games until 22:00
Location: Zwartewaalstraat 38, Rotterdam (5 minutes’ walk from metro Maashaven)
🎯 Experience Level
This session is intended for advanced players familiar with the 5:1 volleyball system and comfortable with structured rotations.

⚡ Program
• Arrive, change, and help set up the court
• Warm-up (20 minutes)
• Focused drills (40 minutes)
• Match play until 21:50
• Wrap-up and clean-up together

🎯 Experience Level
This session is intended for advanced players who are familiar with the 5:1 volleyball system and able to apply it consistently during training and match play.

💡 Practical Information
• Please sign up via this Meetup event or message Daisy or Xiaoyu if you are joining
• Contribution: €6 per session for NON-NeVoBo players
• NeVoBo team members do not pay per session (seasonal fee applies)
• Payment link is in the comments and payment is required in advance
• Only clean indoor shoes allowed

🌟 Keep the momentum going and join us on court for another energetic XR1 session.

The Smashing Expats NeVoBo Teams

P.S. Team Recruitment 2026/2027
From February 2026 onward, we are actively looking for new players and members to join our teams for the 2026/2027 season.
If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please contact one of the following players or team representatives:

• XR2: Eleonora, Katherine, Giray, Dannie, Tilen, Joana, Damien
• XR3: Hazem, Sarah, Abraar, Lidia, Claudia, Zaid, Roberto
• XR1: Sofia, Daisy, Xiaoxiao, Kaiyi, Chia-yu, Gizem

For new teams, you can contact Katarzyna, and for the men’s team, please contact Francis.
Feel free to approach us during training or send a message. We are happy to connect and explore whether there is a good fit.