Passing
This is done with the ball contacting the forearm under control, and balances with the hands either in the scoop position, fingers interlaced or the fist inserted.
Teaching keys: Wrists together
         Face the ball
         Get to the point of contact before ball
         Pass to target

Serve:
Underhand: This is done by holding the ball in your left hand with palm up over your left leg which is slightly in front.  You contact the ball with the meat part of your right hand toward the target.

Overhead:  With the left lead forward the left hand holds the ball out in front with palm up at shoulder level.  The right elbow is behind your head and drawn back, the left hand then tosses the ball up and your right hand smacks the ball with the meaty part.

Overhead Pass or Set:
 The set is done by receiving the ball above head level, with the hands in a bowl shape.  The receiver then gives with the ball and pushes it in the desired direction.
Teaching keys: Hands up early
         Bowl shaped hands
         Face the target
         Extend and pray

Attack or Spike:
The spike is done by running, jumping and hitting the ball near the net.   It is executed  by hitting the ball above the net downward into the opponents court.   The jump requires both feet together with the jump vertical and the palm of the hand strikes the ball.
Teaching keys: Run-accelerate to the jump
         Jump-jump off both feet and throw your hands up
         Hit- contact the ball at a point high and in front of you

 

Blocking:
 Blocking is done by watching the attacker and attempting to block his/her spike by reaching over the net.  The blocker should leave the floor slightly after the attacker, extend their arms and spread their fingers.
 Teaching keys: Hold hands high
          Front the hitter
          Keep eyes open
          Surround the ball with the hands
          Press the ball to the middle of the opponents court
 

Pictures are from Volleyball Steps to Success by Viera and Ferguson
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