Rainbow SoftPlay Volleyball Trainers
Soft, durable, knit polyester cover has a cushioning layer of foam that makes these no-sting trainers ideal for developing fundamentals. Our most affordable trainer is 30% lighter than an official ball for a non-intimidating option.
Amazing Durability
The soft, friendly fabric and light weight allow the ball to float through the air. SoftPlay features a synthetic rubber bladder for great air retention during a wide variety of indoor activities.
Excellent Training Tool
This extremely soft ball is the perfect training tool to help young players practice volleyball skills. They will be able to practice for longer periods of time without stinging their arms, in turn helping them build good habits and technique.
The oversized ball is great for teaching volleyball skills to younger players. Once skills progress, they can work their way up to the official size ball.
Ball Sizes
- Official size balls = 8" dia
- Oversized balls = 10" dia
15 Activity Ideas with Rainbow SoftPlay Volleyball Trainers!
These activities are specifically designed for beginner students, using the Rainbow® SoftPlay Volleyball Trainer balls. The soft fabric cover and lightweight design make these trainers perfect for teaching fundamental movement skills in a safe, non-intimidating way. Students will enjoy learning basic volleyball techniques while staying active and engaged with these creative and playful activities.
1. Soft Toss Catch: Students gently toss the lightweight volleyball trainer to a partner and practice catching it softly with two hands. The soft cover ensures no fear of catching, helping students build confidence in their hand-eye coordination.
2. Gentle Overhead Pass Practice: Students practice gently tossing the ball overhead to themselves and catching it. The 30% lighter weight makes this ideal for beginners learning the fundamental passing motion.
3. Rainbow Rally Race: Divide students into teams, and each team must work together to volley the ball back and forth without letting it hit the ground. The lightweight design encourages longer rallies and helps students build teamwork and coordination.
4. No-Sting Bump Relay: In teams, students take turns bumping the volleyball trainer across a short distance using their forearms. The cushioned foam layer makes the bumping action comfortable and non-intimidating.
5. Soft Serve Challenge: Students practice serving the volleyball trainer to a partner. The soft design reduces the fear of impact and helps students focus on proper technique.
6. SoftPlay Volleyball Knockout: Teams take turns serving the volleyball trainer over the net, trying to land it in specific zones on the opponent's side. Teams get points for landing the ball in unguarded zones, promoting communication and strategy.
7. Bump and Catch Challenge: Students bump the volleyball trainer into the air and catch it themselves after a few bounces. The soft material ensures that even when they miss, it doesn’t hurt.
8. Rainbow Passing Circle: In a circle, students gently pass the volleyball trainer around, practicing quick reactions and hand-eye coordination. The non-sting design keeps it lighthearted and fun for everyone.
9. Soft Spike Practice: Students work on spiking the volleyball trainer toward a partner or target. The cushioned design makes it safe for learning powerful motions without fear of injury.
10. Catch and Serve Volleyball: Teams serve the volleyball trainer by throwing it over the net, and the receiving team must catch it and serve it back. This modified version of volleyball helps younger students learn serving techniques and teamwork with the soft, easy-to-catch design.
11. SoftPlay Set and Spike: Teams work together to set up the volleyball trainer for a spike, with one student setting and another spiking over the net. The cushioned ball allows students to learn these skills safely, while developing teamwork and coordination.
12. Rainbow Volleyball Relay Serve-Off: Teams line up and take turns serving the volleyball trainer over the net. The goal is to see which team can get the most successful serves within a set time, encouraging accuracy and friendly competition.
13. SoftPlay Volleyball Frenzy: Divide the class into teams of 3-4, and have each team take turns serving and rotating in quick rounds of volleyball. This fast-paced format keeps everyone engaged and gives students lots of opportunities to practice skills like serving and bumping.
14. Rainbow Volleyball Skill Stations: Create five different volleyball skill stations (e.g., serving, setting, bumping, spiking, and passing), and rotate groups through each station. Students practice different fundamental volleyball skills at each station, using the soft trainer balls to make learning comfortable and fun.
15. SoftPlay Volleyball King/Queen of the Court: Set up a rotating game where small teams play against each other in short rounds. The winning team stays on the court, while the losing team rotates out, keeping the game dynamic and engaging for all students.