Dominate the Court this Season! Bring your volleyball game and get ready to be inspired by Coach Kristina Hernandez as she shares her top beach volleyball power tips and tactics. She teaches her players how to be a competitor, how to win and how to keep it fun. Make your beach volleyball more effective by checking this out! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:20 - Introduction 11:03 - Game-Changing Rules 40:43 - Strategy In Partnership 51...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Break it Down and Show What You've Got! Technique and skill in any sport will only get you so far. To be at your best as a beach volleyball athlete or coach, it is essential also to enjoy your experience and have fun. That is usually the reason every athlete starts their beach volleyball journey to learn more about everything you need to know to GET BETTER AT BEACH VOLLEYBALL with Coach Mark Burik and Coach Evan Silberstein in today's episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙...
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 38 min
Want to be the BEST? Beach volleyball coaches don't want you to just play volleyball, they want you to play BETTER volleyball. They want to win and have a good time doing it. That is why we are here—to develop winning habits for players of all skill levels. Give us a SHOUT out in today's episode with Coach Mark Burik and Coach Gretchen Hand. Learn how we can help you make your beach volleyball experience the BEST! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Tim...
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min
No sand required! Learn some effective and fun beach volleyball drills that you can do at home. Here's how to get better AT HOME with these tips and drills! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:45 - Introduction 02:26 - Brandon Joyner 08:04 - Pass, Set, and Hit Drill 11:22 - How to Bump Set with Spin? 14:09 - Stafford Slick 15:53 - Hip Hinge 18:48 - Shoulder Stability 30:04 - Katie Spieler 33:26 - Katie's At-Home Drills 40:51 - Better at B...
Jun 24, 2022•45 min
Little things, BIG life lessons! You know beach volleyball can be an intense game. There will be times you feel like you're doing everything right and things just aren't working out. Know what you're doing right and what you should be doing differently to win more games with Coach Mark Burik in today's episode. Get inspired and check this out! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:20 - Introduction 03:22 - Speed of Your Shots 06:37 - Lookin...
Jun 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min
It's hilarious!!! Get your laughs and get in shape at the same time...it's never been easier. JOIN US with Billy Allen and Coach Mark Burik in today's episode. Learn how to be a star both on and off the sand! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:00:54 - Billy Allen 00:11:22 - Consistent Attribute to Learn Your Game Better 00:19:45 - Defender's Physical and Mental Attribute 00:45:10 - Transition Offense Head Coach Mark Burik has been coachi...
Jun 10, 2022•59 min
We made it to the AVP!!! Somebody once said that the AVP is a lifestyle, not a tournament. Here are some tips on how to make the AVP while living in Texas, the Dallas Tornadoes of pro beach volleyball Steven Roschitz with Head Coach Mark Burik. Direct your attention to this episode and play some ball! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:01:24 - Steven Roschitz 00:29:48 - The Hardest Skill Steven Have To Learn On His Game 00:37:19 - What a...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Do you play beach volleyball? The season is not over yet! You don't need to be the biggest, strongest or fastest athlete to play beach volleyball. Achieve your goals, get better at the game, and become a better human with Sarah Schermerhorn and Coach Mark Burik in today's podcast. Check out some helpful hints that will help you to take where you want to be. 🏐🌱 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 0:07:50 - Check Out Beachbub 0:10:19 - Sarah...
May 27, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Take risks, take action!! Be intrinsically motivated. Don't wait to be written an offer letter to pursue your passion. With all of the changes and new responsibilities in your life, it's easy to lose sight of what you're doing this for. So, meet our guest in today's podcast, Allie Wheeler a longtime volleyball pro. She’s bright, curious, and passionate about her walk of life. Check this out to make some difference in your career! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GO...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 7 min
I'm seeing you. I hear you. I am here for you. Let's go! It’s a big day on the sand today! Make sure you’re fueled for the long day with a wholesome meal from today's episode with Head Coach Mark Burik together with Coach Kim Hildreth. Just like you, your athlete is a work of art. And like every work of art, it takes time, nurture and commitment to create greatness. Make sure to check this out! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 0:02:15 Lea...
May 13, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Everyone Needs a Good Coach! There are many excellent volleyball coaches out there. Yet, in the vast majority of coaching, we allow uncertified coaches to work with children for hours each week, months, and even years. JOIN US RIGHT NOW! As Head Coach Mark Burik speaks about BAD COACHES with Chad Mercado, a part-time coach at Better at Beach Volleyball and the head of Take OFF Training Academy. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 13:55 - How...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Louisiana’s Road Dog has finally come! Let's take a step forward in today's episode with Head Coach Mark Burik as we learn more about Evan Cory, the first son of Louisiana Beach Volleyball. His rise through the ranks of the AVP has been like that of an off-shore storm: steady, unyielding, and certain to break soon. It was only a question of time. That moment has arrived! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:34 - Evan Cory's Journey to Succ...
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 27 min
Get Ready to Better Your Understanding! Lots of good stuff to learn in today's episode as Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner talk about some dumb volleyball rules. Overcome these common mistakes by making sure to check out our today's podcast! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 02:17 - Better at Beach Volleyball Announcements 07:04 - Dumb Volleyball Rules 18:04 - First and Second Touch 30:31 - Your Hands Have to be Together...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Worry not. We've got your back! In today's episode, Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner will talk about everything you need to know about the vertical jump. It is an essential component of the spike, block, topspin, and floating serves. So let’s jump together in this episode to jump higher, strike harder, and win tournaments in beach volleyball, INCREASE your vertical! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:38 - Better at Bea...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 15 min
WHOA, Hello guys! One of the most remarkable serves in beach volleyball is the Skyball serve. But that's also one of the things that makes it so dangerous. Let's enhance your comprehension of everything in Skyball today, including how to execute it, when to do it, and why to use it. Come along on the ride in today's episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:06 - Get to Know Better at Beach Volleyball Speakers 14:33 - Is the Skyball a G...
Apr 08, 2022•54 min
Learn from the PRO! In today's podcast, Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-Founder Brandon Joyner will grill John Hyden, a two-time Olympian who is still banging it at 49 years old. You'll gain a better understanding of being honest with yourself and discovering what works best for you! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 01:00 - John Hyden as a Volleyball Player, a Coach, and as an Entrepreneur. 20:57 - How Do the Young And Upcoming Athletes Deal...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 6 min
In volleyball defense, working with blocking is crucial. The primary goal of a blocker is to fend off an opponent's attack. But good blockers do more than just jump and throw their hands in the air. Join Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner in discussing the advance blocking signs that will surely hit up your match. 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 08:33 - One and Two Blocking Signs (Basic Review) 21:47 - Threes and Fours B...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr
Hitting is a thrilling part of the volleyball game. It is a skill that can be developed and taught, though many coaches do not see it that way. Today Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner will talk about the keys to why your hitting timing is always off in beach volleyball. So let’s dive into this episode to get better at everything about timing and attacking! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 07:28 - Hitting Timing 09:20 - S...
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Are you guys ready? On today's podcast, Brandon Joyner sits down with Logan Webber to learn more about him and his volleyball adventure. He is one of the top up-and-coming blockers in the United States. How did he get his big break? Let’s jump in to this episode and get started! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 02:00 - Better at Beach Volleyball Announcements 03:45 - Get to Know Logan Webber And His Journey 33:51 - Live Q and A Head Coach...
Mar 11, 2022•47 min
Setting goals provides you with both long-term and short-term motivation. It focuses on your learning and assists you in organizing your time and resources so that you may get the most out of your life. So today, Brandon Joyner will talk about goal setting and Carrie’s goal achievements in volleyball. Come and set your goals in today’s episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 00:32 - Better At Beach Volleyball Announcements 01:18 - Goal ...
Mar 04, 2022•29 min
Ready for the beach volleyball podcast? Guys, today Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner will talk about how to win in volleyball when it's really windy. In beach volleyball, the wind can cause problems because the ball's flight might be unpredictable. This can make serving, passing, and hitting extremely difficult. But retrain your mind to see the wind as a friend rather than an opponent, because no matter what you do, it will not listen to you and will not change. Let’s sway in ...
Feb 25, 2022•41 min
What's up everybody? A volleyball practice plan is critical to your coaching success. You must learn how to plan practice sessions and teach the important skills of volleyball. Today, Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-Founder Brandon Joyner will discuss practice plans, and there is a lot to learn about volleyball here, as well as a lot of solid drills. Come and run a killer volleyball practice plan in this episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timesta...
Feb 18, 2022•46 min
What's the best strategy to serve in volleyball? One of the simplest ways to score is to serve a volleyball in the proper spots. When your serving approach disrupts the opposing team's offense, you can score numerous easy points and even take advantage of one of their weak rotations. How do you do that? You have come to the right place! Today Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner will talk about serve strategy. Take a shot in today’s episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ...
Feb 11, 2022•50 min
What if they strike you hard enough to make you unable to catch it from the sidelines? To understand block defense, Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-Founder Brandon Joyner will talk about block defense today and will discuss how to play solid defense and how to use quick hitters as a blocker or appeal. Come on! Let's be quick in joining today's episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 02:16 - Better at Beach Announcements 06:48 - Block Defen...
Feb 04, 2022•42 min
What’s up! The focus of today's session is on how to dig more high lines and cut shots, which is basically Chase defense. And there are a few keys that will help you read better in the first place. Second, it will assist you in moving faster. Third, while you're touching the ball, be sure you're in control. There are a lot of things that, if you remember from last week, will be quite similar to the keys we talked about when it came to hard driven defense. Come on, let's go all the way in today's...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 20 min
How to be deadly in float serve will be discussed today by Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-Founder Brandon Joyner. With a competent standing float service, you can be absolutely lethal. They'll also ask for your greatest flow serve suggestions, and then they'll give you what they've got. Some say, "Okay, we're serving that individual, but what's your next action if they get a nice pass?" After that, they'd like to speak about strategy and what each type of serve does. Let's get this party started! ...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Head Coach Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner will discuss a lot of defense today, including how to dig more hard-driven balls. So there are a lot of various ways, different strategies that incorporate, like some of them will be mental, some of them will be physical, some of them will be skill-driven, and some will be situational. So come join us today as we dive into this episode! 🎙️ LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST 🎙️ LISTEN ON SPOTIFY 🎙️ LISTEN ON GOOGLE PODCAST Timestamps: 10:10 - Get Stable...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Founder Mark Burik and Co-founder Brandon Joyner of Better at Beach share some coaching tips and ways for how to fix your passing and become better. 🔥 💪 🏐 GET DAILY VOLLEYBALL TIPS, ADVICE & DRILLS https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook CLICK THE LINK AND WE'LL SEND YOU 🔥My 36 Most Effective Beach Volleyball Drills 🔥My 3 Favorite 50-Minute Workouts For Volleyball Players 🔥My YouTube Playlist Clarifying The Biggest BVB Arguments & Rule Disputes 🔥My Top 20 Lessons Learned From 15...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 25 min
