Looking for U8 volleyball drills? Every drill below is built for ages 5–8, covering first-touch, first-season fundamentals for the youngest players on the roster. Keep instructions short, demonstrate everything, and expect to repeat the setup a few times — that's normal at this age, not a sign the drill is wrong for the group.
Pepper is the classic volleyball warm-up: two players work through passing, setting, and hitting in a continuous exchange, building touch and control…
Slowing the ball down with a balloon gives the youngest players extra time to get their body and platform in the right position, building confident…
Ready to build a full practice? See ready-made Volleyball practice plans for this age group, with timing worked out for you.
See Volleyball practice plansThe drills on this page are selected specifically for ages 5–8 volleyball players, covering first-touch, first-season fundamentals for the youngest players on the roster. Each one lists the age range, group size, and equipment needed so you can drop it straight into a practice plan.
Most U8 practices run 45–60 minutes total, with individual drills kept to 5–8 minutes to match shorter attention spans.