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The aQuolley Concept
Our aim was to create accessible and enjoyable multifunctional aquatic sports courts for easy installation in shallow waters, offering exceptional shared, active recreation (‘aQuolley sports’) for family and friends.
Mission
‘aQuolley’ (from ‘aqua’ and ‘volley’, pronounced /ˈæk.wɒ.li/) is a platform for dynamic aquatic fun on mobile water sports courts. Our rally-focused gameplay fosters stronger human connections and celebrates shared joy. As the creators, we aim to integrate this unique offering into everyday leisure, enhancing these connections through our products and aquatic adaptations of beloved ball games.
The aQuolley Lineup
Six distinct water sports can be enjoyed on aQuolley courts, collectively known as ‘aQuolley sports’. Each of these sports has its own unique variations, rules, and competition formats. Due to its prevalence, only the rules for aquolley (water volleyball) are presented in detail on this site.
Aquolley
Water volleyball: an adapted version of volleyball played in water depths between 0.7 and 1.3 meters. It features adjustable court sizes, a net, and a special ball.
Water Futnet
This adapted version of futnet uses a special ball designed to bounce off the water’s surface. The volleyball net height can be adjusted to 1.1 meters, depending on the water depth.
Water Tennis
A variation of beach tennis adapted for water play, using beach tennis paddles and balls. The net height is adjusted to between 1.6 and 1.9 meters.
Water Badminton
Optimized for an aquatic setting, this version uses traditional badminton rackets and shuttlecocks, with the net set at a height between 1.6 and 1.9 meters.
Water Handball
Based on beach handball, this version is adapted for water with two goals and a special ball. Optional court lines dividing the playing area into thirds can be added if players wish to follow beach handball rules precisely.
Water Headball
Developed specifically for water play, this game uses two goals and a special ball. An optional center line can be used if participants prefer a version where field players cannot obstruct the opponent’s attack.
Experience the Thrill
Explore four compelling reasons favoring these engaging recreational water activities.
Fluid Family Fun
aQuolley recreational sports offer families and social circles unique opportunities for shared enjoyment. Within the aquatic setting, physical distinctions such as build, strength, and age become less prominent. Consequently, the most thrilling and delightful aspects of the game can be experienced in genuine teamwork alongside cherished companions. This profoundly novel and joyful communal experience resonates deeply with participants, creating enduring memories.
Play unites people
aQuolley transcends mere entertainment; it serves as a conduit, bridging divides between diverse individuals. In an age marked by increasing fragmentation, the act of playing cultivates ephemeral bonds capable of dissolving boundaries related to gender, nationality, and age group. The shared exhilaration inherent in the game can act as a catalyst for nascent friendships and imbue established relationships with new depth and understanding.
Train Without Strain
Discover the benefits of an invigorating, full-body workout that remains gentle on muscles and joints. Adjustable court settings cater to groups of various sizes, enabling progressive intensity levels. All this occurs with minimal risk of injury, within an inherently enjoyable and stimulating environment. This unique approach can even ignite unexpected motivation among families and friends, fostering a shared enthusiasm for fitness.
Future Favors Water
With rising global temperatures, summer activities increasingly gravitate towards water. The advent of aQuolley transforms even a spontaneous dip into memorable communal recreation. The court installed for Hotel Balaton, Siófok, in 2023 achieved remarkable success; guests readily embraced it, often playing from dawn until dusk. This enthusiastic response has been consistently replicated elsewhere.
Meet the Players
Participation welcomes individuals of every age, gender, and skill level.
While the aquatic setting itself holds inherent allure, aQuolley’s distinct virtue lies in empowering every individual to contribute meaningfully as part of the team.
A Place for Everyone
In aQuolley, even people with very different abilities can easily find their place on the team. The rules are designed to encourage many people to join in and enjoy the fun of the sport. aQuolley helps create communities where everyone feels welcome and comfortable.
Where Ages Unite
The design of aQuolley’s rules and playing environment encourages participation from all age groups. This means different generations can share the excitement of the sport, playing together or competing against each other in both casual games and serious tournaments.
Mixed Teams Shine
In aQuolley, it hardly matters if teammates are male or female. Husbands can truly play with wives, friends with friends, sisters with brothers. The main point is always enjoyment and the shared experience, even during competitions. This focus on inclusivity is why mixed-gender games are consistently the most popular format.
The Magic of Water
Water’s inherent resistance significantly diminishes physical disparities among players. Consequently, factors like individual strength or speed become far less critical in aQuolley. This unique equalizing effect, native to the aquatic environment, imbues the game with an intrinsic fairness and markedly enhanced enjoyment, contrasting sharply with its land-based counterparts.
The Rules System
Aquolley (water volleyball) competitions are structured using two key components: a multilevel rule system and an eligibility criteria framework. The rule system manages gameplay across categories, and the eligibility framework determines participant qualifications. The Aquolley rule system comprises hierarchical rule sets, each building upon the previous, to comprehensively cover all match formats.
Base Rules
The foundation of the rule system is the Base Rules. These rules dictate point-by-point gameplay, including how points, sets, and matches are won or lost. The Base Rules are adapted from volleyball to accommodate aquatic play and ensure a level playing field.
Discipline Rules
Aquolley (water volleyball) features six disciplines. Discipline Rules specify team sizes, on-court player numbers, and court dimensions for each discipline, with adjustments for water play. These rules also govern timeouts and substitutions, and specify suggested net heights relative to water depth.
| DISCIPLINE | PLYRS+SUBS | AREA | TO | SO | PS |
| Singles | 1 | 8×4 m | 1 | – | – |
| Doubles | 2+1 | 9×4 m | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Triples | 3+2 | 10×5 m | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 4-Team | 4+2 | 11×5 m | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 5-Team | 5+2 | 12×5 m | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 6-Team | 6+3 | 12×6 m | 3 | 3 | 3 |
TO = Timeouts per Set; SO = Substitution Occasions per Set; PS = Players per Substitution Occasion
Proposed Net Heights
| WATER DEPTH | WOMEN | MIXED | MEN |
| 0,7 – 0,9 m | 2,35 m | 2,4 m | 2,45 m |
| 0,9 – 1,1 m | 2,45 m | 2,5 m | 2,55 m |
| 1,1 – 1,3 m | 2,55 m | 2,6 m | 2,65 m |
Base Rules
The foundation of the rule system is the Base Rules. These rules dictate point-by-point gameplay, including how points, sets, and matches are won or lost. The Base Rules are adapted from volleyball to accommodate aquatic play and ensure a level playing field.
Discipline Rules
Aquolley (water volleyball) features six disciplines. Discipline Rules specify team sizes, on-court player numbers, and court dimensions for each discipline, with adjustments for water play. These rules also govern timeouts and substitutions, and specify suggested net heights relative to water depth.
| DISCIPLINE | PLYRS+SUBS | AREA | TO | SO | PS |
| Singles | 1 | 8×4 m | 1 | – | – |
| Doubles | 2+1 | 9×4 m | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Triples | 3+2 | 10×5 m | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 4-Team | 4+2 | 11×5 m | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 5-Team | 5+2 | 12×5 m | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 6-Team | 6+3 | 12×6 m | 3 | 3 | 3 |
TO = Timeouts per Set; SO = Substitution Occasions per Set; PS = Players per Substitution Occasion
Proposed Net Heights
| WATER DEPTH | WOMEN | MIXED | MEN |
| 0,7 – 0,9 m | 2,35 m | 2,4 m | 2,45 m |
| 0,9 – 1,1 m | 2,45 m | 2,5 m | 2,55 m |
| 1,1 – 1,3 m | 2,55 m | 2,6 m | 2,65 m |
Category Rules
Disciplines are delineated by gender composition into women’s, men’s, and mixed categories. Although single-gender team categories are possible, aquolley’s core concept emphasizes mixed team play. Given singles are not mixed, this yields eleven distinct match categories. Category Rules specify adjusted court size (area) and the minimum number of female players required on the court for the duration of each match.
| CATEGORY | PLAYERS | SUBS | AREA | NET* | REQUIREMENT |
| Women’s Singles | 1 | 0 | 6 x 3 m | 2,45 m | Women only |
| Men’s Singles | 1 | 0 | 8 x 4 m | 2,55 m | Opent to all |
| Women’s Doubles | 2 | 1 | 6 x 4 m | 2,45 m | Women only |
| Mixed Doubles | 2 | 1 | 8 x 4 m | 2,5 m | Min. 1 woman |
| Men’s Doubles | 2 | 1 | 9 x 4 m | 2,55 m | Opent to all |
| Women’s 3-Team | 3 | 2 | 8 x 4 m | 2,45 m | Women only |
| Mixed 3-Team | 3 | 2 | 9 x 4 m | 2,5 m | Min. 1 woman |
| Men’s 3-Team | 3 | 2 | 10 x 5 m | 2,55 m | Opent to all |
| Team of 4 | 4 | 2 | 11 x 5 m | 2,5 m | Min. 1 woman |
| Team of 5 | 5 | 2 | 12 x 5 m | 2,5 m | Min. 2 woman |
| Team of 6 | 6 | 3 | 12 x 6 m | 2,5 m | Min. 2 woman |
*Proposed net height is calculated assuming a water depth of 0.9-1.1 m.
Rules Additions
Open Gender Categories
To maximize participation, “men’s” categories are open to all genders. This means that while teams comprised solely of men are permitted, teams of any gender composition are also welcome.
Team Composition Benefit
Teams composed entirely of individuals from one or more of the following groups – female, males under 16, or over 55 – can have one additional player on the court. This benefit is not cumulative.
In a Men’s 3-Team aQuolley competition, here are some examples: A team of three female players would be permitted to have a fourth female or male under 16 or over 55 player on the court. Similarly, a team made up of three players entirely from males under 16, or over 55 would be permitted to have a fourth female or male under 16 or over 55 player on the court. Additionally, a family team of three that includes a 65-year-old grandpa, a grandma, and a 39-year-old mother would be permitted a fourth player, so the 13-year-old grandson may join his family instead of being excluded from the joy.
For complete details, please refer to the document available for download at the bottom of this page.
Eligibility Criteria System
An eligibility criteria system, supplementing the multilevel rule system, determines participation in specific competitions. This system comprises three classes: Player Grouping, Affiliations, and Tournament Types. All team members must meet these criteria to compete.
PLAYER GROUPING
Age and skill levels for balanced competition. This subsection outlines the age and skill-based groupings that ensure fair competition and appropriate skill matching. It explains how players are categorized to create balanced and engaging matches.
Age Groups
Players are categorized into age groups to ensure that they compete against others of similar physical development and experience.
- Youth: Under 16; designed for younger players, focusing on development and fun.
- Junior: Under 25; targets young adults, bridging the gap between youth and adult play.
- Adult: 25-55; the standard age range for most competitive play.
- Senior: Over 55; allows older players to compete in a suitable environment.
- Open: All ages; competitions where players of any age can participate together.
Skill Groups
Players are categorized into skill groups based on their demonstrated ability and experience, ensuring that matches are competitive and engaging.
- Beginner: Self-assessment, excluding past winners; for those new to Aquolley, promoting learning and participation.
- Intermediate: Self-assessment, limited advanced players per team; for players with some experience, ensuring balanced teams.
- Advanced: Active or recently active volleyball players; for highly skilled players, maintaining a high level of competition.
- Open: All skill levels; competitions where players of any skill level can participate together.
AFFILIATIONS
Affiliations define the organizational connections that determine team and player eligibility, ensuring appropriate representation.
- Open: Participation is unrestricted; all individuals and teams are welcome.
- Club: Teams must be affiliated with a recognized Aquolley club.
- Corporate: Teams consist of employees from a specific company.
- Community: Teams are built from family members or those within a close social circle.
TOURNAMENT TYPES
Tournament types establish the competition structure to suit various competitive and social preferences.
- Standard: Tournaments follow official Aquolley rules.
- Regional: Tournaments use official rules with adjustments to accommodate local preferences or conditions.
- Random Team: Teams are formed randomly at the event, typically using modified rules.
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The aQuolley STORY
The aQuolley concept: a platform and its origin story in adapting volleyball for aquatic play.
The aQuolley Sports
Ball games playable on aQuolley courts
Games and rules
aQuolley games and rules
Earning with Courts
How venues can make money with aQuolley
Venue Profit Methods
How venues can make money with aQuolley from a different point of view
The SHOP 1.
Courts, brands and how to order
The SHOP 2.
Courts, brands and considerations
TEch Specs
Specialized information
TEch Specs 2.
Technical information
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions