Pathways
Your journey in water polo starts here.
Water polo offers opportunities for everyone - from those taking their first steps in the pool through to athletes aspiring to represent Victoria and Australia.
At Water Polo Victoria, our pathways are designed to support participants at every stage of their journey. Whether your goal is to develop your skills, compete at the highest level, become a coach or referee, or simply stay involved in the sport, there is a pathway for you.
Your Journey Starts here
Beginner
New to polo, Interested in starting a new sport?
Check out our Social Programs.
Social Polo
Social Polo runs in February and October - either on Friday nights or Sunday Afternoons
Club Land
Participated in our Social Program(s) and would like to take it further and participate in our competitions, visit our Club Finder page to join a club.
13&Under
Participated in our "Come and Try" sessions and would like to know more, visit our Club Finder page to join a club.
Club Land
Join your local club to stay involved and be part of the ever growing water polo Community - Visit our Club Finder page for more details.
15&Under
Participated in "Come and Try" or found out about the sport through School, friends or family and would like to know more, visit our Club Finder page to join a club.
Club Land
Join your local club to stay involved and be part of the ever growing water polo Community - Visit our Club Finder page for more details.
17&Under
Participated in "Come and Try" or found out about the sport through School, friends or family and would like to know more, visit our Club Finder page to join a club.
Club Land
Join your local club to stay involved and be part of the ever growing water polo Community - Visit our Club Finder page for more details.
Water Polo Victoria (WPV) Academy and Development Program underpins the state’s performance pathway and plays a key role in preparing Victorian athletes for State Team representation, National Age Group Programs (NAGP), Senior National Programs and long-term high-performance success.
The WPV Academy and Development Program delivers a structured, athlete-cantered training environment that focuses on technical excellence, tactical development, physical preparation, and holistic athlete growth. Aligned with the WPA x WPV Testing Matrix, athletes participate in regular monitoring across a range of water polo-specific and athletic performance tests. Attendance, standards, values, and selection in NAGP squads are all incorporated into individual athlete profiles and progression.
