Whether you are new to beach handball or just need a refresher of the rules, our eight-step guide to the greatest sport on sand gives you the perfect at-a-glance guide to how to get started.
Beach handball is a sport for everyone and a discipline that is quick and easy to understand. However, if you're in the mood to find out more about the finer points of the rules, click here for the complete Rules of the Games, as outlined by the International Handball Federation.
See you at the beach!
Philosophy
The philosophy of beach handball is based on the principles of fair play.
Fair play means:
Respect the health, integrity and body of the players.
Respect the spirit and philosophy of the game.
Respect the flow of the game, but never tolerate an advantage taken by violating the rules.
Promoting the spirit of true sportsmanship and pursuing the cultural and athletic mission of the event.
Beach handball is...
- Fair
- Spectacular
- Athletic
- Team spirit
- Beach festival = summer + sand + sun
- Family-friendly
- Exciting
- Dynamic
According to the philosophy of beach handball (attractiveness of the game – two teams playing as much as possible in full strength), any infringements awarded during the play shall be against players as individuals and not team fouls.
