Volleyball knee pads
Our selection of Kneepads includes knee protection for volleyball players: Mizuno VS1, VS1 Ultra and Team, including children's models, Errea Tokyo, Tokyo France and Evolution, Asics Performance and Basic, Nike Streak and Essential, adidas Elite, Wilson Helix and Helix Pro, McDavid Flex-Force and Piu Adrenalina.
Dive into defence without fear.
Protecting the knees on the floor
In volleyball, defenders and receivers dive to the floor to save the balls: they fall to their knees, slide, and roll on the court. Knee pads cushion these repeated impacts and prevent scrapes and bruises. They consist of an elastic sleeve that fits the leg and a foam placed in front of the kneecap, which can be thicker or thinner. They also provide reassurance: a protected player dares to dive more.
Other protections
Volleyball protections also come in the following forms:
All protections are gathered on the protections page.
Thickness and position
The choice of foam depends on the position. Libero players and receivers, often on the floor, choose thick, enveloping foam, like the Errea Tokyo or the Wilson Helix Pro. Attackers and setters, who touch the floor less, prefer a more slim and discreet knee pad, like the Mizuno VS1, known for its low profile that doesn't hinder bending. The Mizuno Team, Asics Basic, and Nike Essential, versatile options, are suitable for casual play and younger players. The McDavid Flex-Force additionally provides joint support.
Size and maintenance
The knee pad is selected based on the circumference of the knee or thigh, according to the brand's guide: if it's too tight, it cuts off circulation; if it's too loose, it slips during play. The foam should stay well centered in front of the kneecap, with the leg bent. The children's models Mizuno Team fit young players. Some knee pads are sold individually, others in pairs: check before ordering. They should be washed at a low temperature, in a mesh bag, and air-dried to preserve elasticity.
Great deals
Good deals can also be found in the great deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The key times of the year come in a steady order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back-to-school period.
Frequently asked questions
How do you choose the size of your volleyball knee pads?
Measure the circumference of your knee, with your leg straight, at the middle of the kneecap, then refer to the brand's guide. The knee pad should stay in place without slipping during dives or compressing the hollow of the knee.
Thick or thin knee pad: which one to choose?
Thick foam offers better protection for defenders and liberos, who often go to the floor. A thin knee pad, lighter and more discreet, is enough for attackers and setters, who touch the court less.
Are volleyball knee pads suitable for children?
Yes, and they are even recommended from the first sessions, when the child is learning to dive. A junior size with thick foam reassures them and encourages them to go for the balls.
How to wash volleyball knee pads?
Wash them regularly at thirty degrees in a mesh bag, or by hand, and let them dry flat. Sweat damages the elasticity of the sleeve and can lead to persistent odors.
Do volleyball knee pads work for other sports?
They are suitable for handball, especially for goalkeepers, for futsal, or for dance on the floor: anywhere you fall to your knees on a hard floor, the front foam prevents impacts and scrapes.
