Frequently Asked Questions

Water polo is an exciting game with lots of moving parts. You probably have some questions. Hopefully you find the answer you are looking for here.

Water Polo General

Why water polo?

For many years now water aquatic sports like swimming have been known to be a great sport for one’s health. For those who would rather play with more teammates, water polo is the best option. Water polo has such a positive impact on kids and they learn discipline, time management, positives of a healthy lifestyle, teamwork, social skills and cultural exchange. This article from Swimming World has great testimonies: https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/why-play-water-polo/

Understanding the Game

We have rules and game play all fleshed out on our Game page: https://goldcoastwaterpoloclub.com/resources/understanding-the-game/

How to Play

We have a page dedicated to Tips n Tricks of the game, as well as How to Videos that we have available for you to view and learn more about the game play.

Gold Coast Specific

When can I join?

You may join during any season throughout the year. The year is split into 4 seasons and we run 3 one week mini-camps before Fall Season every year. Email us or stop by practice sometime and have a look at the players at work.

When is Water Polo Season?

Although high school and college play water polo in the Fall, club water polo is year round. Gold Coast is divided into 4 seasons: Fall (September-November); Winter (December-February); Spring (February-April); Summer (May-July). Gold Coast participates in the Ventura County Youth Water Polo League for Fall, Spring, & Summer games on Saturdays during their respective seasons. We also have 3 one week mini-camps before Fall Season begins to allow new players to check it out, as well as seasoned players to get more water time and specific instruction.

Age Groups

Gold Coast Water Polo Club is divided into 3 age groups: 14 and under; 12 and under; 10 and under. Age is determined by your age at the end of the season except for Junior Olympic teams, which are determined by age as of August 1st of the competition year. All ages compete in a bracket with other teams at their age level.

I want to sign up!

Check out our Current Schedule page for information on dates and seasons and signups.

What do I need to play?

Your player will be most comfortable wearing a water polo suit and will need goggles for warm up and a towel for after. Gold Coast has custom quality suits available for purchase at the beginning of each season. You can also find many at online retailers like Swim Outlet; Hardcore Water Polo; or Zumo.

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