Programs
Mission
The mission of Pride Water Polo Academy is to deliver premier instruction in the sport of water polo through an open club system as well as the Pride Academy in an effort to develop competitive teams and maximize the potential of each athlete. The primary objective is to develop each participant as both an athlete and a young person.
Development
The Pride Water polo Academy is committed to the development of each athlete regardless of age or ability level. All of the Pride programs are open to athletes that range in experience from novice to advanced.
Pride is dedicated to developing athletes in the following areas- technical fundamental skills, tactics, conditioning, and general knowledge of the game. In addition, the coaching staff pledges to develop each participate both as an athlete and as a young person.
USAWP Requirements
Participation in Pride Water Polo Academy at any level including the free week trial requires a current membership in USA Water Polo. Please use the Pride Water Polo Club ID number when registering for USAWP or changing club affiliations: Club ID Number (25981).
USAWP Age Groups
12U Boys and Girls- 12 or younger by August 1st, 2017
14U Boys and Girls- 14 or younger by August 1st, 2017
16U Boys and Girls- 16 or younger by August 1st, 2017
18U Boys and Girls- 18 or younger by August 1st, 2017
Session Dates
Fall
Boys and Girls Age Group Session (September 1 – November 20)
Winter
Boys and Girls Age Group Session (November 28 – February 26)
High School Boys Session (November 28 – February 26)
(Winter Break December 16 – January 3 – No Practices)
Spring
Boys and Girls Age Group Session (February 27 – May 14)
High School Boys Session (February 17 – May 14)
Summer
Boys and Girls Age Group Session (May 15- July 31)
High School Boys Session (May 15-July 31)
High School Girls Session (May 15- July 31)
Program Levels
SPLASHBALL MIXED
Prides’s Splashball program is designed to introduce the sport of water polo to children between the ages of 5 and 9. The program teaches some of the basics of water polo to first time players while focusing on teamwork, fun and sportsmanship. Although some basic swim skills are required, players can stand on the bottom of the pool.
Session Fee $100
Splashball Head Coach: Michael Radka: michaelradka@gmail.com
18U and 16U Boys and Girls (High School)
A water polo program focused on skill building and tactics. This program is open to all level players from novice to advanced. The Pride coaching staff offers a water polo curriculum developed by the Technical Director to enable each athlete to reach their full potential.
Session Fee $550
Women’s Program Director: Kendra Klein- Please contact Kendra with any questions you have about our women’s program at kendraklein1@gmail.com
14U Boys and Girls (High School & Middle School)
The 14U program is focused on fundamentals technical skills and basic game tactics. This program is open to all level players. The Pride coaching staff delivers a curriculum developed by the Technical Director to build a fully developed foundation of ball skills, body positioning, basic tactics, and conditioning.
Session fee $450
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12U Boys and Girls
The 12U program is focused on an introduction to the game, basic water polo skills, fundamental technical skills, and foundational tactics. The coaching staff provides a fun atmosphere for young athletes to learn the basics.
Session fee $450
12U Age Group Coordinator: Sherry Meinhart- Please contact Sherry with any questions you have about the program at meinhartfamily@gmail.com
10U Mixed
This program includes foundational skill building and swim stroke development for players new to Water Polo. Players are also taught team tactics and experience various player roles to deepen their understanding of the game.
Session fee $400
10U Mixed Age Group Coordinator: Sherry Meinhart- Please contact Sherry with any questions you have about the program at meinhartfamily@gmail.com
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The Pride Water Polo Academy accepts applications for financial assistance but cannot guarantee that all requests for scholarship and financial aid grants will be accepted. Application for financial assistance must be submitted for each session as part of session registration and will be evaluated by the Board of Directors. Click here for more information.
