Approach Jump Series
Athleticism
Legend
- player
- ball
- movement path
How it works
Increase vertical jump height through repeated explosive approach jumps with a full arm swing.
What you need
- volleyball
- net
- vertical jump marker or tape on wall
Your focus
The approach jump converts horizontal momentum into vertical height , a skill unique to volleyball attacking. Repeated approach jumps with maximum effort develop the fast-twitch muscle fibers responsible for explosive vertical power. Tracking jump height motivates athletes to improve and provides measurable progress data.
Mark the player's standing reach on the wall with tape.
Player runs a full 3- or 4-step approach toward the wall and jumps, touching as high as possible.
Mark the highest touch. The difference between standing reach and jump touch is the vertical jump measurement.
Player performs 3 maximum-effort approach jumps, resting 45 seconds between each.
Record the best jump of the day and compare week over week.
Goal
Success is a jump where you feel your arms pull you up, when your arm swing adds to your height, not just your legs doing the work.
Helpful cues
- Penultimate step is your power step, make it big
- Snap both arms up together for maximum height
- Reach at the top, don't stop your swing early
Adjust the challenge
Make it easier
Strip it back
Perform a standing vertical jump (no approach).
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Add the next challenge
Jump and contact a ball at the peak, coach tosses a set from a chair.No account needed
Build a practice plan
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