Registration for our upcoming Fall Session will be available on our website beginning Thursday, August 14. The Fall Session begins Tuesday, September 2. Details on the upcoming session are below.
We will also be hosting a Pre-Season Training Camp open to all 12U and 14U Boys who are current USWP members Aug 19-27. Registration is open now. For more information and to sign up CLICK HERE.
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On the heels of another incredible year at the age group level, with two top 5 finishes at National Junior Olympics, we are excited to get back to the pool deck as we continue to develop our athletes, programming, and community as one of the premier club programs in the country.
At Mission WPC, we take a holistic approach to the training and development of our athletes. Throughout the course of each session, athletes will be challenged both physically and mentally, and will be encouraged to continuously call forward the best version of themselves. Along with teaching fundamental skills and tactical concepts in the sport of water polo, we also make space to explore the practice of goal setting, what it means to be a great teammate, the mental game, time and systems management and the importance of academic success, as well as proper nutrition and the benefits of good sleep for high performing athletes.
Below you find detailed information on our upcoming Fall Session. Should you have any follow up questions, pleases don’t hesitate to contact Coach Barnea (email) at your convenience.
FALL PRE-SEASON TRAINING CAMP
Mission WPC will be holding a Fall Pre-Season Training Camp on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, August 19-27. The training sessions are designed to provide athletes with an opportunity to give Mission WPC a try and to get back in the swing of things as we prepare to get back to full time training and competition during our upcoming Fall Session.
Workouts will be held from 5:30-7:00 pm (12U) & 7:00-8:30 pm (14U) at the JSerra Aquatic Center and are open to all 14U and 12U boys with current USWP Membership.
All athletes must register in order to participate. Registration for our upcoming Fall Session is not required to participate, and enrollment by any new member will not count against the Week 1 trial we provide for all new athletes at the beginning of the Fall Session.
If you have any questions regarding the pre-season training or our upcoming Fall programming please email Coach Barnea.
CLICK HERE for more information and to register.
FALL SESSION DATES
September 2-November 9, 2025
Space in our upcoming Fall Session will be limited to accommodate no more than two 12U boys’ team and two 14U boys’ teams.
PRE-SEASON MEETING
Date: Wednesday, August 27
Time: 5:15-6:00 pm
Location: Bleachers, JSerra Catholic High School Aquatic Center
The pre-season meeting is designed to provide families with the opportunity to meet our coaching staff, get some detailed information regarding the upcoming session, and answer any questions you may have.
REGISTRATION
Registration for our upcoming Fall Session will be available via our website beginning Thursday, August 14.
EVALUATION PERIOD
Mission WPC committed to providing quality programming, so space will be limited. Should demand in programming exceed our capacity, we will use the first week of practice to evaluate athletes before finalizing the roster for the remainder of the Fall Session.
PRIORITY REGISTRATION
Priority registration for returning families remains valid during each annual competition cycle (Fall through Summer) so long as athletes are participating in consecutive sessions.
While Mission WPC provides year-round programming, we support athletes and families taking sessions off to focus on other activities. Prior participation with Mission WPC will be considered as a part of the selection process during Evaluation Periods, but priority registration is only available for athletes who are participating in consecutive sessions.
USA WATER POLO MEMBERSHIP
No player will be allowed to participate in any practice, scrimmage, or game unless he is registered with United States Water Polo. Prior to submitting Mission WPC Fall Session registration all athletes must meet the following USA Water Polo Membership requirements:
- Gold Level USWP membership.
- USWP membership affiliated with Mission Water Polo Club #35012.
- USWP membership valid through 12/31/25.
- Valid DOB Verification through USWP.
- Headshot uploaded to USWP account.
To register or renew with USWP click here.
AGE GROUPS
This Fall, Mission WPC will be offering programming for 12U & 14U boys only. Age Groups are determined by an athletes age as of August 1, 2026.
Note: Athletes who are in 8th grade, but will be 16U during the 2025-2026 competition season, are eligible to participate in the 14U programming during the 2025 Fall Session.
SESSION DUES
Session dues will be charged Monday, September 8, following our Week 1 Evaluation Period.
Session dues covers all costs related to seasonal practice and can be paid in full or in 3 installments. Payment options are selected during the registration process. For those selecting to pay in installments, Fall Session dues will be charged on September 8, September 29, and October 20.
Additional Participation Fees will be charged for games and tournaments.
FREE TRIAL
All new members can take advantage of our 1-week free trial. All new athletes are automatically enrolled in the free trial. Any family deciding not to continue past the first week must submit their withdrawal via email to Coach Barnea by Saturday, September 6, 2025.
SIBLING DISCOUNT
Additional siblings are 10% less than the regular season dues. The Sibling Discount is applicable to training seasons only and are not applicable for tournaments or special events.
GAME/TOURNAMENT FEES
Additional game and tournament fees will be emailed out the week leading up to competitions and each family is responsible for signing up and paying the Participation Fee prior to the event. The additional fees will cover tournament entry fee and coach expenses which include game fee, travel, per diem, and lodging, if necessary. Approximate game fees for local games are estimated at $75-80 per day. Costs for games may increase based on an increase in tournament entry fees and on the number of athletes participating. Families that do not pay their Participation Fee in advance will be charged an additional 5% fee and will be billed automatically the week following competition.
REFUND POLICY
Payments for new and returning members will be processed Monday, September 8, following the Week 1 Evaluation Period. Once payments have been processed, refunds will not be given.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Providing financial assistance to families in need is a priority for Mission WPC, and while we are still in the process of formalizing our scholarship application process, families who may need financial assistance should contact Coach Barnea (email) to discuss current options and ways Mission WPC can help support.
FUNDRAISING
As our program continues to grow and develop fundraising will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of our athletes and our entire program. Throughout the year Mission WPC will hold fundraising events that will allow us to provide additional enrichment programs for all athletes, invest in equipment and infrastructure, provide meaningful financial support for our coaches, and provide scholarships for families in need. We thank you all in advance for your support in our mission to provide the highest quality program for our athletes and families.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
PRACTICE SCHEDULE UPDATES
Due to on campus events at JSerra and holidays during the season, there are some weeks where the practice schedule will change. Please check the Master Calendar for week by week updates.
MANDATORY PRACTICE EQUIPMENT
Athletes must bring the following to all practices:
- Suit
- Goggles
- Athletic Shoes
- Water Bottle
- Bar/Snack
- Bag or Backpack
- Notebook & Pencil (link)
- Warm Up/Activation Band #1 Light Blue (link)
- 14U Athletes Only: Lower Body Warm Up Band – Yellow/Thin (link)
- 14U Athletes Only: Weight Belts - Red (link)
MANDATORY GAME UNIFORM
- Mission WPC Team Suit (link)
- Mission WPC Team Shirts – White & Black (link)
- Black shorts/pants
- Khaki shorts/pants
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Athletes are encouraged to attend all practices and competitions. We understand that conflicts arise on occasion, and when they do, we ask families to communicate athlete availability so we can plan accordingly. Should an athlete need to miss practice we ask that you email the head coach of your son's age group as soon as you know he will be unable to attend.
Attendance for practices and games are tracked by the coaching staff. Team placement, playing time in certain competitions, and priority registration for future session can all be impacted by athletes who are unable to consistently attend practices and games.
To help in that planning process for our upcoming season game schedule, all families should submit their availability for games and competitions prior to the start of the season using the Competition Availability Form linked below. Should your plans change once you have submitted your avialability, please email Coach Barnea
2025 Fall Competition Availability Form – CLICK HERE
EVENT & COMPETITION SCHEDULE
*Participation in USWP Champions Cup based on qualification. Details on the qualifying tournament are still TBD. Updates will be provided as soon as they become available.
PLAYING TIME POLICY
Playing time will vary from athlete to athlete and from game to game, but we aim to provide all athletes with meaningful opportunities to contribute to the team’s success. Factors such as player’s ability, attitude, effort, practice attendance, roster size, and level of competition can all have an impact on playing time.
There will be certain games, such as SPA League games, where our focus will be on providing balanced playing time for all athletes in attendance. There will be other games and tournaments, such as Championships and Qualifying Tournaments, where playing time will not be as balanced, especially as tournaments progress.
Coaches will work to clearly communicate playing time expectations prior to, and during competitions, and we encourage dialog on the subject with athletes and parents should there be questions that arise along the way.
TEAM PLACEMENT
There will be changes to competition rosters, especially during the first half of each session, as coaches assess and evaluate athletes. Criteria for each athlete's team placement is based on, but not limited to: attitude, effort, performance, ability level, experience, position, age, and prior participation with Mission WPC. As each session progresses, and athletes are moved between rosters, coaches will do their best to communicate those changes in advance. Any athlete or parent with questions about their team placement should arrange a time to meet and talk with their coach.
COMMUNICATING WITH COACHES
We believe in strong and open lines of communications between coaches and families. Questions from athletes and parents will arise and coaches will always be there to listen and provide feedback and answers. We simply ask that any parent who has questions or would like to have meaningful dialog with any of the coaches, do so by emailing the coach in advance to set up a time to meet.
COMMUNICATION TO FAMILIES
Each week during the season families will receive emails with general reminders on practice and competition schedule, upcoming events, and general program updates. Along with our weekly announcements, parents will be added to age group specific and team specific WhatsApp messaging groups which we use to communicate reminders and any last minute updates.
CODE OF CONDUCT
To ensure a positive and enriching experience for all members of our club, we have established a Code of Conduct that outlines the behavioral expectations for both athletes and parents/guardians.By adhering to these principles, we aim to create a culture that encourages healthy competition, positive interactions, and lifelong learning. We believe that every athlete's journey is enriched when they are surrounded by teammates, parents, and coaches who share these values.To view detailed information on our Athlete and Parent Code of Conducts click here
MISSION WPC TEAM GEAR
Mission WPC has partnered with Kap 7 to provide all our team gear. Team suits, and t-shirts are kept in stock at Kap 7 and can be purchased at any time via our online Team Shop.
All athletes are required to have a team suit, and two team shirts (white and black). All other gear is optional.
Additional Team Gear can be purchased year round and shipped directly to your home through our dedicated Kap 7 Fan Store.
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