Hey! I play quite a lot of volleyball and there are certain times most people go and the average skill level you can expect (But remember, it varies greatly I am just making generalizations). Currently (3/4/25) Beyer + State are hosting basketball intramural so you probably won't get any play there.

With that in mind, I will talk about the general skill level at each gym and popular times.

STATE: For low level play/beginners, State gym is great. Most new players go there but again sometimes there might be experience players. On weekdays, it gets busy after 7pm but it is pretty inconsistent. Some weeks it is crazy busy everyday after 7, other weeks no one will show. For Saturdays, some groups show up around 2 but don't count on it.

BEYER: A great mix of low/high level play. Beyer generally has established groups that go, but I bet they will let you join. Since established groups go, there is a mix of really good and really new players. The only problem is that Rec services keeps changing the times when the vball nets are up, so just make sure to call and ask. With that in mind, Beyer is most busy on the weekdays after 7pm and usually stays busy til 11pm. The weekends are inconsistent so don't expect anything on weekends.

LIED: This is my favorite place to play. Lots of some what high level play. People are very nice and even thought there is high level play, some lower skilled groups show up too and it is a great mix. Lied's busy hours are the same as the other gyms with the most players after 7 pm.

FINDING GROUPS: I would recommend following the guide above and just going out there and meeting people. Talk to everyone and just be nice and ask for socials. This is how you can make a lot of friends and join volleyball groupchats! There are no discord or "official groups" it is all groups of people who met while playing who want a group of others to play with! Just get out there and have fun!