Tachikara Rainbow SV-MN Volley-Lite Volleyball Trainer
Volleyballs are lightweight for a reduced sting on every bump and set! The Volley-Lite features the same Sensi-Tec micro-fiber cover as other high-end Tachikara games balls for a superb feel. It's easy to see why it's the official game ball for the 12 and under group at the USA Junior National Championship. Vivid Rainbow colors make it easy to set up drills or designate teams.
Unique Lightweight Design
The ball is 25% lighter than standard volleyballs, lessening sting on impact. This gives younger players a chance to develop skills and experience more success without fear. The unique design gives them a quality, well-built ball at a weight that helps them achieve the most success. Vibrant Rainbow colors also attract attention as players work in teams or small groups at training stations.
Impressive Top-Notch Construction
The Sensi-Tec microfiber composite cover with durable single-unit molded construction gives players a ball that lasts through even the longest matches. The butyl bladder keeps the ball in perfect shape by locking in air even after experiencing many high-impact blows. The design makes this the top-selling Tachikara introductory volleyball trainer on the market. Official size.
Volleyball Drills Using the Tachikara® Rainbow SV-MN Volley-Lite® Volleyball Trainer
The lightweight design of the Tachikara® Rainbow SV-MN Volley-Lite® Volleyball Trainer is ideal for young athletes, allowing them to develop their volleyball skills without the strain of a full-weight ball. These drills focus on the fundamentals of volleyball—passing, setting, serving, spiking, and teamwork—while keeping the activities fun and engaging for younger players.
1. Set for the Stars: Pairs of players practice setting the ball back and forth. The emphasis is on forming the proper "window" with their hands and using their fingertips to set the ball softly and accurately.
2. Serve & Score: Mark out different zones on the opposite side of the net with cones. Players practice serving the ball into specific zones. Points are awarded based on where the ball lands. This teaches young players accuracy in their serves.
3. Spike It Softly: Using a gentle toss from a coach or partner, players practice spiking the ball with focus on technique rather than power. The lightweight volleyball encourages better control and confidence with hitting.
4. Pass & Dash: Players form two lines. After making a pass (bump) to their partner, they must run to the back of their partner's line. The drill continues in a relay fashion, promoting quick movement and reaction after passing.
5. Rainbow Bump Challenge:
Players stand in a circle and bump the ball to each other. The challenge is to keep the ball in the air without it touching the ground. As they improve, add more balls to increase difficulty.
6. Target Practice: Set up targets like hoops or cones on the court. Players must bump, set, or serve the ball, aiming to land the ball in or on the targets. This helps with control and precision in various volleyball skills.
7. Serve it Softly: Players practice soft, controlled serves, focusing on accuracy and consistency. The goal is to keep the ball just over the net, encouraging players to work on finesse rather than power.
8. Passing Under Pressure: Players work in small groups, passing the ball in a triangle formation. After a few passes, add a defender in the middle who tries to intercept the passes. This promotes quick thinking and teamwork.
9. Spike into Space: With soft tosses from a coach or partner, players practice spiking into designated zones on the court. The focus is on aiming and precision, rather than power.
10. Serve & Catch: Players serve the ball over the net, and their partner on the other side catches it in a bucket or hula hoop. This drill builds serving accuracy and teaches players how to track the ball in flight.
11. Setting Stations: Set up different stations with challenges such as setting over a rope, setting into a target, or setting while moving. Players rotate through the stations, working on accuracy and movement.
12. Bump in a Bucket: Place large buckets or hoops on the court. Players must bump the ball with enough control to land it in the bucket. This helps them develop precision in their passing.
13. Serve Zone Challenge: Create zones on the court and assign point values to each. Players serve and try to land the ball in the highest point-value zones. This improves serve targeting and adds an element of competition.
14. Volley Tennis: Divide students into two teams and play a volleyball version of tennis, where they use bump or set to pass the ball over the net, with no spiking allowed. The lightweight ball allows for extended rallies and better control.
15. Serve Me Crazy: Players serve as many balls as they can within a set time limit, aiming for different zones on the court. Points are awarded for each zone hit. This teaches them how to vary their serve direction and speed.