Why Deep Dish Valencia Is the Perfect Beach Volleyball Camp: Joy’s Experience

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Joy, a volleyball enthusiast from New York City, discovered Deep Dish Valencia Beach Volleyball Camp after attending the Portugal camp earlier in the year. For her, Valencia was the perfect middle ground — more intimate than Portugal but not as intense as Gran Canaria, offering a unique balance of training, competition, and social connection.

Building Community at Valencia

From the moment she arrived, Joy noticed the camp’s welcoming environment. Players were eager to meet one another, whether solo travellers or returning campers. Joy reflected,

“People are very welcoming, very open, and down to play and have a good time.”

The smaller size of Valencia compared to Portugal encouraged participants to actively build community, whether organising free play games, evening socials, or group outings.

This setup ensured everyone could make friends quickly, even those coming alone.

Improving Skills with Expert Coaching

Joy’s background in indoor and grass volleyball gave her a solid foundation, but she wanted to improve her beach-specific skills. Valencia’s coaching programme helped her focus on blocking and hitting, with individualised attention from skilled coaches.

“Before, I wasn’t sure how to respond to short tips over the block. Now I understand my role and my game has improved dramatically,” Joy said.

The camp emphasises practical learning and observation, allowing players to see coaches in action and apply lessons immediately. This approach helps participants develop both confidence and competence on the court.

Structured Training and Competitive Play

During the week, Joy participated in five structured training sessions, daily tournaments, and free play opportunities. The combination of training and competitive matches allowed her to practice new techniques, test strategies, and form bonds with teammates through friendly competition.

“You can play like kings and queens once training is finished — it’s competitive, but it’s also fun and social,” Joy explains.

Social and Cultural Highlights

Beyond volleyball, Valencia offers plenty of opportunities to connect off the court. Joy took part in welcome drinks, group dinners, a walking tour of Valencia’s Old Town, and a salsa class.

“Outside of training, people have to build community and have a plan for the social bit. It’s a perfect size to meet people and organise fun together,” she says.

These activities ensure that campers leave with memories, friendships, and a true sense of the Deep Dish community.

Valencia: A Camp for All Levels

Joy emphasises that players of all experience levels feel included at Valencia. The coaching, tournaments, and social setup make it easy for beginners to integrate and for advanced players to challenge themselves.

“It’s a good camp to start with because it’s not too small or intense, but also not purely social — it’s the best of both worlds,” she adds.

Why Joy Recommends Deep Dish Valencia

For Joy, the combination of skilled coaching, competitive play, social opportunities, and cultural immersion made Valencia an unforgettable experience.

Solo travellers, first-time campers, and seasoned players alike can expect to improve their skills, meet new friends, and enjoy the energy and positivity of a truly international volleyball community.

“If you’ve played volleyball even for a short period and are willing to challenge yourself, Valencia is the best place to start your beach volleyball journey,” Joy concludes.