volleyball game FACILITIES Playing Area

volleyball game FACILITIES Playing Area

PART 2 SECTION 1: GAME
CHAPTER 1
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

1	PLAYING AREA	1 See Rules
	The playing area includes the playing court and the free zone. It shall be rectangular and symmetrical.	! 1.1, D1a, D1b
1.1	DIMENSIONS	D2
	The playing court is a rectangle measuring 18 x 9 m, surrounded by a free zone which is a minimum of 3 m wide on all sides.	I

The Competition Area

Relevant Rules: 1,1.4.5,1.4.6,4.2.1,4.2.3.1,15.4.4,19.3.2.7,21.3.2.1,21.3.3.1,23.1,24.1,25.1,26.1

The free playing space is the space above the playing area which is free from any obstructions.
The free playing space shall measure a minimum of 7 m in height from the playing surface.
For FIVB, World and Official Competitions, the free zone shall measure a minimum of 5 m from the side lines and 8 m from the end lines.
The free playing space shall measure a minimum of
12.5 m in height from the playing surface.

1.2.1	The surface must be flat, horizontal and uniform. It must not present any danger of injury to the players. It is forbidden to play on rough or slippery surfaces.
	For FIVB, World and Official Competitions, only a wooden or synthetic surface is allowed. Any surface must be previously approved by the FIVB.
1.2.2	On indoor courts the surface of the playing court must be of a light colour.
	For FIVB, World and Official Competitions, white colours are required for the lines. Other colours, different from each other, are required for the playing court and the free zone.	1.1,1.3
1.2.3	On outdoor courts a slope of 5 mm per metre is allowed for drainage. Court lines made of solid materials are forbidden.	1.3

The Playing Court: