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Canberra Water Polo Academy is a sports club located in Canberra, Australia. The club offers a range of programmes and competitions for water polo players of all ages and skill levels.
One of the programmes offered by the academy is the Junior Dolphins programme. This programme is designed for kids aged 7-13 who are interested in trying the sport of water polo. The Junior Dolphins programme provides a fun introduction to the sport and focuses on basic skill training and modified games. It aims to improve children's swimming ability and water confidence in a team sport environment.
The only requirement to join the programme is that the child can swim 25 metres freestyle.
The Junior Dolphins sessions are held at various locations in Canberra, including Stromlo Leisure Centre, CISAC, and ANU Pool. The sessions are held at different times throughout the week to accommodate different schedules. The programme is especially suitable for young athletes who have completed swim school programmes and are looking to utilise their swimming ability in a team sport.
In addition to the Junior Dolphins programme, Canberra Water Polo Academy also runs tournaments and competitions for players of all ages and levels. The academy offers tournaments that cater to different age groups and skill levels. These tournaments provide an opportunity for players to compete and further develop their water polo skills.
The Canberra Schools Competition organised by the academy aims to give a fun introduction to water polo for players with varying experience. The competition is divided into primary school and high school divisions, with each division running during different terms of the school year. The competition provides a platform for students to represent their schools and compete against other schools in the region.
Canberra Water Polo Academy is committed to providing a healthy environment for kids to get fit, make new friends, and develop their water polo skills. The academy follows the traditional custodians of the land, the Ngunnawal people, and respects their culture and contribution to the community.