Volleyball Net Height Finder
Find the official volleyball net height for girls, boys, men, women and coed play, by age, in feet and meters.
How high is a volleyball net?
The official net height is 7 ft 11 5/8 in (2.43 m) for men and 7 ft 4 1/8 in (2.24 m) for women. Girls use the women's height from about age 13, and boys use the men's height from about age 15. Younger players often use a lower net of 6 ft 6 in to 7 ft.
How to use the volleyball net height finder
Pick girls, boys, women, men or coed.
For youth players, choose the age.
Get the net height in feet and meters.
Measure at the center of the court, from the floor to the top of the net.
Volleyball net height chart
| Group | Net height | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Men (high school, college, adult) | 7 ft 11 5/8 in | 2.43 m |
| Women (high school, college, adult) | 7 ft 4 1/8 in | 2.24 m |
| Boys 15 and up | 7 ft 11 5/8 in | 2.43 m |
| Boys 13 to 14 | 7 ft 4 1/8 in | 2.24 m |
| Girls 13 and up | 7 ft 4 1/8 in | 2.24 m |
| Girls and boys 11 to 12 | 7 ft | 2.13 m |
| Girls and boys 10 and under | 6 ft 6 in | 1.98 m |
| Coed | 7 ft 11 5/8 in | 2.43 m |
| Reverse coed | 7 ft 4 1/8 in | 2.24 m |
These follow USA Volleyball and US high school standards. Youth clubs and rec leagues can set lower heights for young players, so ask your league.
Volleyball net height for middle school
Most middle school girls play at 7 ft 4 1/8 in, the same as high school. Some leagues use 7 ft for 6th grade. Middle school boys usually play at 7 ft 4 1/8 in, then move to the men's height in high school.
Beach volleyball net height
Beach volleyball uses the same heights as indoor: 7 ft 11 5/8 in for men and 7 ft 4 1/8 in for women. For backyard games with kids, a lower net makes the game much more fun. Portable nets with adjustable poles let you change the height in seconds.
Volleyball net and court size
| Indoor | Beach | |
|---|---|---|
| Court size | 59 × 29.5 ft (18 × 9 m) | 52.5 × 26.25 ft (16 × 8 m) |
| Net width | 32 to 33 ft | 28 to 30 ft |
| Net depth | about 3 ft (1 m) | about 3 ft (1 m) |
How to measure net height
- Use a long tape measure or a marked measuring pole.
- Measure from the floor straight up to the top of the net, at the center of the court.
- Check both ends too. They should be the same height, and never more than 3/4 inch (2 cm) higher than the center.
- Tighten the net so the top band is straight and does not sag.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the volleyball net height for women?
7 ft 4 1/8 in (2.24 m) for high school, college and adult women.
What is the volleyball net height for men?
7 ft 11 5/8 in (2.43 m) for high school, college and adult men.
What is the volleyball net height for high school girls?
7 ft 4 1/8 in, the same as women's volleyball.
What is the volleyball net height for 12 and under?
Usually 7 ft, and 6 ft 6 in for 10 and under. Leagues can set their own height.
Is beach volleyball net height the same as indoor?
Yes. Men play at 7 ft 11 5/8 in and women at 7 ft 4 1/8 in.
What net height is used for coed volleyball?
Coed uses the men's height, 7 ft 11 5/8 in. Reverse coed uses the women's height.
