What is Beach Handball?

Beach handball is a fast-paced, team sport played on sand—usually at the beach—similar to indoor handball but with a few key differences to fit the outdoor, sandy environment.

🏖️ The Basics:

• Teams: 4 players on the court per team (3 field players + 1 goalie), with substitutes.

• Court: A sand court that’s smaller than a traditional handball court (27m x 12m).

• Ball: Smaller and less sticky than an indoor handball, designed for easy gripping with one hand.

🎯 Objective:

Score goals by throwing the ball into the opposing team’s net. The team with the most points at the end wins.

🔄 Format:

• Played in two sets. If each team wins one set, the game goes to a shootout—which is like a trick-shot contest where players often do spins or dives to score.

💥 Cool Stuff:

• Stylish plays = extra points. A 360° spin shot or an alley-oop-style shot called “in flight” goal scores 2 points instead of 1.

• It’s common to see flips, dives, and lots of flair—it’s part of the sport’s vibe.

• Goalies can score and often do, especially with quick throws across the court (worth 2 points).

⚖️ Vibe:

Beach handball is super dynamic, fun, and a bit flashy. Think of it as a mix of strategy, athleticism, and creativity, all while running and diving on sand.

Want to see how it looks in action?