Beach Volleyball Clinics
Drills for Skills. Master the platform and the Handset. Get your hitting timing and hand contact dialed in. Join us for a fun and engaging beach volleyball clinic at Sorrento Beach led by Stu Cornutt and Mark Beltran (PHD- Perfect Hand Dig). Designed for developing players, this clinic focuses on building confidence, improving fundamental skills, and learning how to play smarter in real game situations.
Coach Mark - Specializing in platform passing and defensive hand digs.
Coach Stu - Specializing in hitting, Jump Serving, blocking, Transition defense, and hand setting
These extensive playing and coaching backgrounds provide athletes with additional perspectives, personalized feedback, and high-level instruction. Together, they create a supportive, positive, and challenging environment where players can develop both their skills and confidence.
Athletes will participate in skill-focused drills, high-repetition training, and live gameplay designed to translate directly into match performance. Sessions emphasize ball control, passing, serving, movement, communication, and game awareness while encouraging players to compete, learn, and have fun.
Whether you're new to beach volleyball, transitioning from indoor volleyball, or looking to strengthen your foundation, this clinic provides an excellent opportunity to train with experienced coaches and develop the skills needed to succeed on the sand.
Details
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 4 PM - 6 PM
Location: Sorrento Beach
Cost: Get 4 sessions for $120. Use as a credit any time for the Thursday Clinic.
Thursday Beginner and Intermediate Beach Volleyball Clinic – Sorrento Beach
Drills for Skills. Master the platform and the Handset. Get your hitting timing and hand contact dialed in. Join us for a fun and engaging beach volleyball clinic at Sorrento Beach led by Stu Cornutt and Mark Beltran (PHD- Perfect Hand Dig). Designed for developing players, this clinic focuses on building confidence, improving fundamental skills, and learning how to play smarter in real game situations.
Coach Mark - Specializing in serving, platform passing, and defensive hand digs.
Coach Stu - Specializing in hitting, blocking, jump serving, transition defense, and hand setting
These extensive playing and coaching backgrounds provide athletes with additional perspectives, personalized feedback, and high-level instruction. Together, they create a supportive, positive, and challenging environment where players can develop both their skills and confidence.
Athletes will participate in skill-focused drills, high-repetition training, and live gameplay designed to translate directly into match performance. Sessions emphasize ball control, passing, serving, movement, communication, and game awareness while encouraging players to compete, learn, and have fun.
Whether you're new to beach volleyball, transitioning from indoor volleyball, or looking to strengthen your foundation, this clinic provides an excellent opportunity to train with experienced coaches and develop the skills needed to succeed on the sand.
Details
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Sorrento Beach
Mondays 4pm to 6pm: North Beach, Intermediate Clinic with Coach Stu
$40 per session
Intermediate Beach Volleyball Clinic with Coach Stu
If you are ready to make the jump to competitive 2s, this clinic is for you. Each session focuses on the three pillars of competitive 2s: blocking, defending, and siding out, so you leave every Monday with tools you can immediately apply in matches.
What We Work On:
Sharpening offensive and defensive skills. Focusing on setting. Hitting, footwork and approach, decision-making, defensive positioning, blocking/peeling, and reading the hitter. Siding out with serve receive, setting, and attacking as a team, beach strategy, and communication for 2-person play. Shot selection and ball control under pressure and environmental elements. Footwork and transition specific to 2s.
Clinic Details
Day/Time: Mondays 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Location: North Beach, Santa Monica
Format: Small group, intermediate players
Price: $40 per session
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Zuma Beach Clinics with Mark Beltran
Sundays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $50 per person
Train with one of the most experienced coaches in the game at Zuma Beach. Led by Mark Beltran, these clinics are designed for athletes looking to improve their fundamentals, elevate their volleyball IQ, and compete with more confidence.
With over 35 years of coaching experience in both indoor and beach volleyball, Mark has worked with players at every level—from beginners to high-level competitors. A former defensive specialist at the University of Southern California, he later served as an assistant coach for the USC Men’s Volleyball program under Hall of Fame coach Bob Yoder, contributing to multiple national championship teams.
Mark’s coaching focuses on strong defensive systems, detailed skill development, and game awareness. His sessions are structured, high-rep, and built to help players improve quickly while understanding how to apply their skills in real game situations.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your technique, improve your movement on the sand, or gain a competitive edge, these clinics provide a focused and supportive training environment.
Private & Small Group Lessons with Meng Bak
Take your game to the next level with fully customized training designed around your specific needs and goals. Each session with Meng is tailored to the athlete, providing targeted feedback, detailed instruction, and a clear path for rapid improvement.
Lesson Options:
1 Hour Private Lesson: Send us a message
90 Minute Private Lesson: Send us a message
Small Group (3–8 players, 90 min): $50 per player
Meng Bak brings over a decade of coaching experience and a global perspective to the court. With more than 13 years in volleyball, he has worked with athletes at every level—from beginners to collegiate players—helping them build strong fundamentals, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game.
His coaching journey has taken him internationally, including time in Phuket, Thailand, where he expanded his experience in beach volleyball and worked with athletes from diverse backgrounds. This global exposure allows him to communicate effectively, adapt his coaching style, and connect with each athlete in a meaningful way.
In the U.S., Meng has contributed to successful high school and club programs, including his time at Bellevue High School, where he helped the team reach five consecutive district championship finals. He has also coached with Northwest Juniors and played a key role in developing the beach volleyball program at Northwest University, eventually serving as head coach.
Known for his positive energy and ability to simplify complex skills, Meng creates an environment where athletes can improve quickly while still enjoying the process. His coaching emphasizes strong fundamentals, game awareness, and building confidence through repetition and competition.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine advanced skills, Meng is committed to helping you reach your full potential on and off the court.
Drills for Skills. Master the platform and the Handset. Get your hitting timing and hand contact dialed in. Join us for a fun and engaging beach volleyball clinic at Sorrento Beach led by Stu Cornutt and Mark Beltran (PHD- Perfect Hand Dig). Designed for developing players, this clinic focuses on building confidence, improving fundamental skills, and learning how to play smarter in real game situations.
Coach Mark - Specializing in platform passing and defensive hand digs.
Coach Stu - Specializing in hitting, Jump Serving, blocking, Transition defense, and hand setting
These extensive playing and coaching backgrounds provide athletes with additional perspectives, personalized feedback, and high-level instruction. Together, they create a supportive, positive, and challenging environment where players can develop both their skills and confidence.
Athletes will participate in skill-focused drills, high-repetition training, and live gameplay designed to translate directly into match performance. Sessions emphasize ball control, passing, serving, movement, communication, and game awareness while encouraging players to compete, learn, and have fun.
Whether you're new to beach volleyball, transitioning from indoor volleyball, or looking to strengthen your foundation, this clinic provides an excellent opportunity to train with experienced coaches and develop the skills needed to succeed on the sand.
Details
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 4 PM - 6 PM
Location: Sorrento Beach
Cost: Get 4 sessions for $120. Use as a credit any time for the Thursday Clinic.