Our beach volleyball calendar offers a range of events for athletes ready to take their next step in the sport, whether that’s through school competition, representing their region, or joining the GJ Gardner Homes New Zealand Beach Tour. The season begins with the NZ Junior Beach Tour #1 in Mount Maunganui, followed by the Interprovincial Championships (IPC) and a mix of junior and senior competitions across Karapiro, Auckland, Christchurch, and Mount Maunganui. Highlights include the Futures tournament in Mount Maunganui, the NZ Open for both junior and senior divisions, and the New Zealand Secondary Schools Beach Volleyball Championships (NZSSBVC), providing opportunities for athletes at all levels to compete, develop, and showcase their skills on the sand.
NZSS Beach Volleyball Championships 2026
Date: 15th - 17th December 2026
Location: Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
Weekend #1
Date: 15th January - 17th January
Location: Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
Weekend #2
Date: 22nd January - 24th January
Location: TBC
Weekend #3
Date: 12th February - 14th February
Location: Lake Karapiro
Weekend #4 Finals
Date: 19th February - 21st February
Location: Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
Futures
Date: 4th February - 7th February
Location: Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
NZJBT #1
Date: 18th-19th December 2026
Location: Mount Maunganui Main Beach, Tauranga
NZJBT #2
Date: 20th - 22nd January 2027
Location:Tbc
NZ Junior Open
Date: 19th - 21st February 2027
Location: Mount Maunganui Main Beach, Tauranga
Date: 14th January 2027
Location: Mount Maunganui Main Beach, Tauranga
Date: 11th January - 13th January
Location: Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
More Information To Come
If you or your business is interested in aligning with one of New Zealand’s premier beach volleyball events and having your brand showcased to a growing national and international audience, there are a range of partnership opportunities available. From on-site branding and digital exposure to athlete and event activations, partnering with us offers a unique platform to connect with an engaged community, celebrate sporting excellence, and be part of an iconic summer series on Aotearoa’s beaches.
To explore partnership opportunities, please contact Ella at ella@volleyballnz.org.nz
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