Section 3: Playing Area
- Sand court: 10m × 10m FIAS-spec compacted-but-soft sand area
- Minimum sand depth: ~30 cm
- Marked boundary tape or cord
- Shaded competitor and official rest areas adjacent to court
Section 3: Playing Area
Beach Sambo (FIAS)
🏛️Official — FIAS
What is playing area in Beach Sambo?
Verdict
Sand court: 10m × 10m FIAS-spec compacted-but-soft sand area; Minimum sand depth: ~30 cm; Marked boundary tape or cord
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the shaded rest areas adjacent to the court are optional, which leads to arguments about their necessity. Actually, these shaded areas are a crucial part of the playing area specification, directly impacting players' comfort and recovery during matches.
Send this to your friend — argument over.
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Rules sourced from International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Beach Sambo Rules · Governed by FIAS · Last verified: May 2026