Get Better at Beach Volleyball

About Get Better at Beach Volleyball

Learn high level techniques, tactics and mindsets from the best coaches and players in the game.

Publisher

Mark Burik & Brandon Joyner

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Jan 2022

Latest episode

3 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

175 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Jun 2026

   EP #175: From NCAA to AVP: Delaney Peranich on Beach Volleyball, Team Chemistry & Mental Performance

   In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, host Mark Burik welcomes Delaney Peranich, a new member of the Better at Beach team. They discuss Delaney's recent experience at the AVP Florida tournament, the dynamics of playing in shallow sand, and the adjustments required in defense and offense. The conversation shifts to coaching styles, particularly focusing on Todd Rogers' influence on Delaney's development as a player. They explore the importance of details in training, the challenges of speeding up the game, and the transition from indoor to beach volleyball. Delaney shares insights on the benefits of playing multiple sports and the intensity of NCAA beach volleyball, concluding with a discussion on team dynamics and competition at Cal Poly. In this conversation, Delaney Peranich and Mark Burik explore the dynamics of volleyball, focusing on the importance of team chemistry, communication, and the role of film review in player development. They discuss the transition from college to professional play, highlighting the challenges and adjustments required in a less structured environment. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding player personalities and the impact of effective communication on performance. In this conversation, Delaney Peranich and Mark Burik discuss the importance of building a supportive team, making mental adjustments in competitive play, and the significance of breathing techniques for performance. They explore mindset and communication strategies that enhance teamwork and individual performance, as well as the value of focused practice over just playing games. The discussion emphasizes the mental aspects of volleyball and how athletes can improve their game through self-awareness and effective communication. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK (https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkpcdrillbook) to level up your game OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP (https://www.betteratbeach.com/virtualtraining?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkvirtualtraining) & WORKOUTS (https://www.betteratbeach.com/workout?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkworkout) AND GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH 🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now! (https://www.betteratbeach.com/merch?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkmerch) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Better at Beach Podcast 02:13 Delaney's Experience at AVP Florida Tournament 03:09 Dynamic Play in Shallow Sand 06:13 Adjustments in Defense and Offense 10:11 Coaching Styles and Todd Rogers' Influence 12:01 Focus on Details in Training 13:02 Speeding Up the Game: A Personal Challenge 18:02 Transitioning from Indoor to Beach Volleyball 20:10 The Benefits of Playing Multiple Sports 25:33 The Intensity of NCAA Beach Volleyball 27:34 Team Dynamics and Competition at Cal Poly 28:37 The Thrill of Team Dynamics in Volleyball 31:15 The Importance of Communication and Chemistry 34:37 Understanding Player Dynamics and Personalities 36:41 The Role of Film Review in Player Development 42:34 Adapting to Professional Volleyball 49:36 Transitioning from College to Professional Play 56:30 Building a Supportive Team 59:24 Mental Adjustments in Competitive Play 01:01:33 Breathing Techniques for Performance 01:05:20 Mindset and Communication Strategies 01:09:09 Learning from Past Experiences 01:14:17 Focused Practice vs. Just Playing

2. 

   24 Apr 2026

   EP #174 The Craziest Way Someone Got Hired (Driving 22 Hours Uninvited!) 🤯🏐

   What would you do to land your dream job? In this episode, Brandon sits down with Bryant Huff—one of Better at Beach’s most popular coaches—to hear the insane story of how he got hired. Bryant didn’t wait for an answer. Instead, he woke up at 4 AM on Christmas Day, drove 22 hours straight to Florida, and waited on a bench just to prove he belonged on the coaching staff. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK (https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkpcdrillbook) to level up your game OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP (https://www.betteratbeach.com/virtualtraining?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkvirtualtraining) & WORKOUTS (https://www.betteratbeach.com/workout?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkworkout) AND GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH 🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now! (https://www.betteratbeach.com/merch?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkmerch) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Better Beach Podcast and Coaches 02:22 Bryant's Journey to Beach Volleyball 06:40 The Impact of Better at Beach Camps 12:30 Transitioning from Camper to Coach 16:40 Coaching Experience and Growth 20:29 Balancing Coaching and Playing 25:23 Wrestling Background and Its Influence 31:33 Discipline and Motivation in Sports 33:44 Advice for New Players

3. 

   11 Apr 2026

   EP #173 How the World’s Best Beach Volleyball Players Move: Footwork, Timing & Defensive Positioning

   summary In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, hosts Brandon Joyner and Mark Burik delve into the critical aspects of footwork and balance in volleyball, particularly focusing on serve receive and defense. They discuss upcoming camps, the importance of participant feedback for continuous improvement, and the necessity of immediate change for high performers. The conversation also highlights the significance of body positioning and engagement during play, drawing insights from high-level players. The episode concludes with a celebration of reaching 100k subscribers on YouTube, emphasizing community and shared success. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK (https://www.betteratbeach.com/pcdrillbook?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkpcdrillbook) to level up your game OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP (https://www.betteratbeach.com/virtualtraining?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkvirtualtraining) & WORKOUTS (https://www.betteratbeach.com/workout?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkworkout) AND GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH 🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now! (https://www.betteratbeach.com/merch?utm_source=kajabi&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep156&utm_content=linkmerch) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Footwork and Balance 06:03 Upcoming Camps and Community Engagement 12:12 Feedback and Continuous Improvement 17:54 The Importance of Immediate Change 21:57 Analyzing High-Level Defense 39:02 Conclusion and Celebration of Milestones

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

18,834,052

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

52 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 75 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

79

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

85

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