What we’re about
Do you want to socialize with other amazing young professionals like yourself? Do you want to be part of an incredible social circle? Smiley Social is the solution. We come together to partake in all sorts of activities such as Soccer, Volleyball, Movies, Tennis, Ping pong, Badminton, Pickleball, Yoga, Running, Hiking, Fitness, Frisbee, Picnic, Travel, Volunteering, Live music, Dancing, Kickball, Karaoke, Partying, and much more.
Smiley Social is a volunteer-run, nonprofit group that seeks to increase the overall happiness level of our community through offering a range of high-quality social events.
Smiley Social rules:
Smiley Social Rules Link
By becoming a member of Smiley Social Meetup group or taking part in any activities hosted by the group on any platform, You accept the terms and conditions stated in the link below:
Smiley Social Liability Document Link
Happiness is contagious! Please join the group and come to our events with a big smile.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- MP-Sand Volleyball: BB/A -Crystal City - 10 MaxCrystal City Sand Courts , Arlington, VA
Cost: Free
Court Type: Outdoor Sand
Level: adv beginners+/intermediate (B+/BB/A)
Transportation: Parking will be right by the Sand Courts, behind the courts and there is even garage parking close to the courts.
What to bring: at least 3 bottles of water, and a ball if you have one.
MAX: 10 players per net. (1 Net)
Season: For the winter season, try to bring some layers for the cold and maybe even sand sox.
Restroom: Restrooms are across the street by the restaurants.Skill Level:
- If you want to know your level, please see the link below:
Smiley Social Volleyball Levels
YouTube:
The games may be recorded and uploaded to our channel here:
Let the host know if you have issues with this ahead of the event.
https://www.youtube.com/@mp02626Grass volleyball rules that we use:
- The host expects you to be there on time and leave on time. If you need to come late or leave early, please let the host know ahead of time.
- Bringing your dog is welcomed and encouraged.
- No Absolute Beginners or C-Players
ATTENDANCE:
Player Selection: Regulars > League Members > Skills (BB>B) > Smiley Attendance Ratio > New Members
The host takes attendance very seriously. Please remove yourself from the event (if you can't make it) as early as possible to allow others to join. You will be marked as a no-show if you don't show up to the event.
1 no-show means you will be removed from the group. See the rules below. - MP-Learn Volleyball 101 for Beginners Week 3Ben Brenman Volleyball Courts, Alexandria, VA
Cost: Free
(If you enjoy the free class and would like to donate to the coach, you can do so here via Venmo, @mpineyro26)
What to bring: Please bring a ball with your name and drinking water.
At least 7 total for the event to happen.Are you new to sports, want to learn a new sport, or want to improve in volleyball? Here is your chance! Volleyball is a growing sport here in the DMV. The host will teach you basic volleyball skills that will allow you to get better at or learn a new sport. The host will take you through a 4-week program that will make you feel better about how you play and your volleyball confidence.
*New Group Chat: Because of the amount of crypto scammers out there, only people who ask to be added in front of me will be added.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/FhLXZY2kvjRBC8mSsXW8Ms*Our YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@mp02626Game Plan:
Week 1: Underhand Server, Game Basics, Rules, and Defensive Positions
Week 2: Platform, Receive/Passing (1), Receive/Communication (6)
Week 3: Serving overhand, Set, Set, Set
Week 4: Spiking/Blocking- The plan is to do drills for 60 minutes and 60 minutes of playing to apply what we learned. The times might change if the hosts feel more drill time is needed.
- If you missed week 1, let the host know so he can give you a quick tutorial on the basic rules.
Important Videos:
Week 1
101 Basics
Volleyball Rules:***
Week 2
Receive/Pass***
Week 3
Setting
Setting
Spin Set***
Week 4
(W4) 3 Step Approach: https://youtu.be/4hTPaeJQzEs?si=9gC3ae-jIVuvsH-I&t=35
(W4) Spiking - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIdN4eYCc2A
(W4) Blocking - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CSQARq6JC8FAQ:
I missed the first week, can I still attend week x? Yes, any week is a good week to learn and practice.
I am taking another beginner's volleyball class; can I attend this one? Yes
I am more advanced than a beginner; can I attend week x? Yes, come and practice at whatever you are weak in.
Can I bring a friend? Yes
Can I come even if I don't have a ball? Yes, but we recommend a ball so you can use it while you are here, and you practice with your ball.
Why is it called 10x instead of 101? Every time we teach a cycle of 4 weeks, we rename the class to 10x+1 to keep track of how many classes the host has done this year. Resets every year.
- Doubles Volleyball - Competitive BB+/A LevelBluemont Park Disc Golf Course, Arlington, VA
Let's get together to play some competitive coed doubles volleyball.
COST: FREE
Court Type: Outdoor grass
Skill Requirements:
Minimum skill level to attend is BB with strong passing skill (If you are a BB player, make sure you are comfortable playing against A/AA players)Attention:
- This event is NOT on a first come-first serve basis and players with higher skill level and players who can bring a net/ball will get priority over others on the wait list.
- Please note that some attendees may not meet the expected skill requirements as we rely on self-reported skill level and this is a competitive event where winning matters, so we strongly encourage higher-skilled players to team up together and try to win every games in this event and become the champions of the day.
- Each person must help set up and take down one net but avoid helping with more as some nets should be left unset for those arriving late to set.
