WINTER IS COMING TO CRYSTAL PALACE!
The temperature might be dropping, but things are about to seriously heat up on the sand! From Monday 5 October to Sunday 20 December 2026, Crystal Palace will be packed with high-energy training, social volleyball, special events and an action-packed Winter Series.
Whether you are picking up a volleyball for the first time or competing at an advanced level, there will be plenty of opportunities to play, improve and enjoy the beach throughout the winter.
WINTER CLASSES & SOCIALS SCHEDULE
Our full winter programme caters for Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate and Advanced players, with a brilliant mix of coached training, competitive gameplay and relaxed social sessions.
Weekly timetable
Monday, 7.30–9pm: Mixed Beginners and Improvers
Tuesday, 7.30–9pm: Men’s and Women’s Intermediate and Advanced
Wednesday, 7.30–9pm: Mixed Intermediate
Thursday, 7.30-9pm: Men’s and Women’s Intermediate and Advanced
Friday, 12-1.30pm: Mixed Intermediate
Every other Friday, 6–9pm: Friday Night Lights
Saturday, 11am–2pm: All You Can Beach
Our winter classes are designed to keep you moving from start to finish. Expect fast-paced sessions, high-intensity drills, shorter breaks and loads of touches on the ball. You will stay warm, sharpen your skills and keep progressing throughout the winter months, all whilst training alongside a brilliant community of players.
We are also excited to introduce a brand-new Mixed Intermediate class every Friday from 12–1.30pm. Perfect for anyone who works flexibly, works from home or simply wants to get some volleyball in during the day, the session will feature fast-paced drills, plenty of touches and competitive gameplay. Swap your usual lunch break for 90 minutes on the sand and head into the weekend feeling energised!
Leading the action will be our fantastic coaching team of Jack Ashton, Gracie Whitefoord, Jake Sheaf, Issa Batrane and Tom Sawko. As well as our social session heroes Ian Vincent & Louis Bernard.
Save Big with a Winter Season Pass
If you are planning to play regularly this winter, a Winter Season Pass is by far the best-value way to join us.
Season Passes offer massive discounts across our weekly classes and social sessions, making them perfect for players who want to commit to their training, enjoy more time on court and make the most of everything happening at Crystal Palace this winter.
However, Season Passes are only available until 5 October. Once the winter programme begins, they will no longer be available, so secure yours before the deadline and get ready for a huge few months on the sand!
Festive Parties
Halloween Friday Night Lights - Friday 30 October | 6–10pm
Get your fancy dress ready for a huge Halloween edition of Friday Night Lights! Expect four hours of volleyball, music, food, drinks and plenty of Halloween fun. Come dressed to impress, bring your teammates and prepare for a frighteningly good night on the sand!
Deep Dish Christmas Party - Saturday 5 December | 11am–5pm
We are bringing the Deep Dish community together for a massive festive celebration! Join us for a full day of volleyball, food, drinks and Christmas fun as we celebrate another brilliant year at Crystal Palace. Whether you come for the games, the social or both, this is one winter event you will not want to miss.
DEEP DISH WINTER SERIES
Get ready to turn up the heat with the Deep Dish Winter Series, five action-packed tournament days featuring fast-paced matches, big plays, winter rankings and some incredible prizes!
Players collect individual ranking points at every event, building towards the Winter Series Finals and the chance to finish among the highest-ranked players of the winter. With smaller tournament capacities, a minimum of four matches per team and nonstop action throughout the day, you can expect loads of court time and a brilliant competitive atmosphere.
The tournaments are suitable for Improver to Advanced players, and you do not need a UK Beach Tour membership to enter.
Winter Series dates
Sunday 25 October: Men’s and Women’s Pairs
Sunday 8 November: Mixed Pairs
Sunday 15 November: Men’s and Women’s Pairs
Sunday 6 December: Mixed Pairs
Sunday 13 December: Finals—Men’s, Women’s and Mixed Pairs
Winter Series prizes
The top three players in the overall individual Winter Series rankings will win:
First place
A Deep Dish Vacation Gold Package for 2027 / A limited-edition Deep Dish x Wilson volleyball / A Deep Dish hoodie
Second place
£100 towards a Deep Dish international camp / A limited-edition Deep Dish x Wilson volleyball
Third place
A limited-edition Deep Dish x Wilson volleyball
Every tournament is an opportunity to collect valuable ranking points, so the more events you play, the greater your chance of climbing the standings and taking home one of these incredible prizes.
View the full schedule, follow the rankings and secure your place on the Winter Series page.
GET READY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE WINTER!
From energetic weekly classes and Friday Night Lights to our Halloween special, Christmas party and Winter Series tournaments, this is going to be our biggest and most exciting winter programme yet.
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