The IHF Beach Handball Working Group met from the 12th until the 15th of November in Thessaloniki, GRE. With the usual tempo and productivity , the Group discussed the development of Beach Handball and its impact in the World Games 2009 in Kaohsiung 2009. A common satisfaction was expressed by the Event and the Group is delighted with the results achieved on this Tournament. The development of the Sport prior to the 2010 Beach Handball World Championship that will be staged from 22nd till the 27th of June next year in Antalya, TUR was discussed, and dates for several Master Courses and Workshops in this regard were established. The Group reviewed the Rules of the Game coming in force on March the 1st 2010, and adopted the 4 years plan for this Olympic Cycle. The IHF 1st Vice President Mr. Miguel Roca Mas was also present on the meeting and gave his full contribution to the work of the Beach Handball Working Group