"Southern California's premier beach volleyball learning organization"


- Volleyball Magazine 2006

"a staple for learning beach volleyball in Southern California."

- Volleyball Magazine 2001

"When you're serious about playing, you train with Steve Ijams."

"I'm both a player and a coach, and what Steve Ijams has helped me to do is break down the game to its basic parts.  I've gained a much better  understanding of the 'little things' that carry you to victory in a game since I started taking classes with him."

- Jared Y .

"the ability to break down vast amounts of volleyball knowledge"

"Steven is one of those rare people in life who has a gift and has chosen to pursue it fully. He is an extraordinary coach, armed with the ability to break down vast amounts of volleyball knowledge into fun and meaningful lessons. But even more remarkable is the atmosphere he creates on the court.  He is a master motivator and demands your best, and at the same time, the genuine care and respect for his students is what sets him apart."

Glenn D.

"He has the unique ability to analyze how individual players learn"

As a an active participant in Steven Ijams’ advanced volleyball classes, jump training program, and private lessons, Steven’s passion for the sport shines through each and every minute I am with him on the court, inspiring me to reach a new level of fitness and play.  He has the unique ability to analyze how individual players learn…once Steven figured me out, he used his immense amounts of volleyball experience and knowledge to create a learning environment that I could reach my full potential in.
 His natural talent for breaking all parts of the game down into small, meaningful parts has changed my game completely!  Ijams has also worked with me on strengthening my mental game, and in doing so, has increased my self confidence both on and off the court.  The intensity he brings to the game keeps me coming back week after week.  Training with Steven has motivated me to reach new limits both as an athlete and a volleyball player.   
Blankets of Love & Respect for South Bay Volleyball,

Dara  M.

"I have gotten so much stronger"

I have often heard of your Jump Training class as "pretty hard core" and have witnessed envious results from friends who took your class. I really wanted to try it but was intimidated that I wouldn't be able to keep up. (I am 5'0" 98 lb and pushing 48). When you offered your Pre Jump Training class, I thought it would be a good way to try it without a long commitment. I am so glad I did because I have gotten so much stronger and my endurance has improved so much that my previous workouts at the gym, that seemed so tiring before, became so easy that I have increased my overall workout. I didn't think I could make it through the first few training sessions with you but your no nonsense attitude made me forget about excuses and just concentrate on my workout. Your positive encouragement gave me the motivation to continue when I wanted to give up. You knew my limits and I trusted your signals. I feel very proud that I actually completed your crazy but fun training. Thank you! I feel great!

Jenny Y.

"I recommend this program to anyone who is serious about changing their body"

After participating in all segments of the 2006-7 jump training sessions, I saw dramatic improvement of my strength, endurance and agility on the volleyball court and the ski slopes.  As a coach, Steven is mindful of individual ability levels and pushes each person to overcome their perceived limits in order to get results.  He establishes a supportive environment, in which class participants compete with themselves against the sand, hills, and stairs.   I recommend this program to anyone who is serious about changing their body and wants a variety of challenging workouts that mix strength, core work and plyometrics in a fun atmosphere!

Keron M., former college athlete and MD

"every part of my game has improved, and I play with much more confidence"

I played my first few CBVA tournaments in the fall of 2008, and I got my world rocked every time, I was so out of my league. After training with Ijams all winter, I came out at the beginning of the 2009 season and got my 'A' the very FIRST tournament!

The training I received with Ijams was absolutely the difference maker, 100%. Under his coaching, every part of my game has improved, and I play with much more confidence and aggressiveness.

Ijams is much more than just a 'teacher'- I am proud to call him my 'coach'. He pushes his players to dream big and expect big things of themselves. This past year has ben a life-changing experience for me, and I have huge amounts of love and respect for Steven Ijams - as a coach, an athlete, and stellar human being. I'm looking forward to the year ahead, and continuing to improve my game, under his guidance. Next stop: 'AA', baby!!

Natalie Y.

"I swear it was the jump training that saved me!!"

Honestly, I have to admit it felt pretty good to be at a World Championships and be able to hang with the main group.  :)

AND, when I got off the bike and started the second run, my gluts were SCREAMING!!  I'm talking way worse than any jump training class x100!!  But by a 1/2 to 1 mile into the run, I felt great.  Many many many others were saying they were cramping the entire run - their glutes and hamstrings never loosened.  I suggested they try jump training!!  (Honestly - I did!  I got many strange looks and "what's jump training??", but I swear it was the jump training that saved me!!)

So, you were right.  Competing for Team USA was an experience I will never, ever forget!!!

Elizabeth Z .

"how happy I am to have found your program"

Steve, I want to express to you how happy I am to have found your program. I have always enjoyed Volleyball, but was never passionate about the sport until I was introduced to beach by a prior coach. I feel as if I have found my element. I have to admit there are times, after your sessions, that I find myself crying because it feels so good to have finally found myself within the sport. I want to know about the opportunities after your program. I would love nothing more than to play tournaments. I know I have a long way to go, but that is my ultimate goal. Please help Steve. I won't disappoint you. Can't wait 'til thursday! See you soon...

lil :)