12U Water Polo Program (Ages 11–12 · Born 2014 and under)

2025/2026 Season

Welcome to the 12U Program at HAWPC — part of one of the oldest and most respected water polo clubs in North America!

Since its launch in 2021, our 12U program has achieved outstanding success at Provincial Championships. The 2025/2026 season begins September 14, 2025 and runs through late May 2026, continuing our mission to build strong, confident, and skilled athletes.

🏊 Practice Schedule

Athletes may participate in 3–4 practices per week. Suggested training days are noted below to support a balanced development plan.

Weekly Practice Options

Monday – Hammerhead Swim (suggested)

🏠 Jimmy Thompson Pool | 1099 King St E, Hamilton

⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM

Tuesday – Team Practice

🏠 Brewster Pool | 206 Dewitt Rd, Stoney Creek

⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM

Wednesday – Hammerhead Swim (suggested)

🏠 Norman Pinky Lewis Rec Centre | 192 Wentworth St N, Hamilton

⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM

Thursday – Team Practice

🏠 Norman Pinky Lewis Rec Centre | 192 Wentworth St N, Hamilton

⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM

Saturday – Team Practice (recommended for all)

🏠 Jimmy Thompson Pool | 1099 King St E, Hamilton

⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday – Team Practice (recommended for all)

🏠 Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre | 254 North Park St, Brantford, ON

⏰ 3:30–5:00 PM

Additional practice days may be added and will be highlighted to help athletes maximize their development.

🏆 Competition & Tournaments

12U athletes will compete in:

Local Tournaments (4–5 events)

OWP Sanctioned Events. Typical tournament fees per year range between $500-600.00.

Provincials and Nationals – charged separately when applicable

💵 Program Fees

Fee Type Amount

Program Fee $1,100.00

OWP Insurance* $72.00

Tournament Credit Volunteer Fee $200.00

*OWP Insurance is estimated and may vary slightly (±$5)

The Tournament Credit Volunteer Fee is applied to offset tournament fees, or credited once your family completes 4 hours of volunteer service during the season.

Note: Tournament costs will be communicated as events are scheduled. Brantford game days will be free to our athletes while travel tournaments, Provincials, and Nationals will be billed separately.

❓ Questions?

Please contact us through the website for support with registration, schedule planning, or general program info. We’re here to help your athlete succeed!