Northumbria’s Water Polo club consists of 1x Men’s & 1x Women’s team who compete in weekly fixtures in BUCS.
Despite the high level of competition, the club are very friendly and welcoming and always keen to take on new members whether you have played the sport before or not. Based out of Sport Central’s 25m pool, the club have access to coached sessions throughout the week including use of the sauna and steam room. The sessions vary between predominantly water polo based & swim only.
On top of all the fun you will have in the pool, you will enjoy a variety of social events organised by the club making it the perfect opportunity to play the sport you love while having a great time and making new friends.
Water Polo had a very successful season in 2023/24, with the Women's 1st team completing a double in BUCS by winning Northern 2B and the Northern Conference Cup. The Women's 1st team were also shortlisted for Team of the Year award in the annual Northumbria Sport Awards. The Men's 1st team also reached their respective Northern Conference Cup Final.
Please note the 2024/25 season has now concluded. Information on membership prices and training times for 2025/26 season will appear here in due course.
Students enquiring about joining the club in 2025/26 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram. Equipment can be provided by the club for new students where required. 2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase following Big Week of Sport in September. Speak to the club at Sports Fair on 24th September for more information or email them as below.
Water Polo memberships in 2024/25:
"COMPETE"
Venue: Sport Central Pool (25m)
Mondays 19:00-20:30
Thursdays 19:00-20:30
Fridays 16:00-17:00 (Additional swim only session across 3 lanes)
Please note, BUCS Fixtures take place on Wednesday afternoons.
This membership offers regular coached sessions and includes opportunities to take part in BUCS fixtures. Protective equipment will be provided by the club for new students.
"TRAIN"
Venue: Sport Central Pool (25m)
Mondays 19:00-20:30
Thursdays 19:00-20:30
Fridays 16:00-17:00 (Additional swim only session across 3 lanes)
This TRAIN membership offers the opportunity to take part in the Water Polo coached training sessions, without access to any BUCS competitions. Membership will be capped at 10.
Key Contacts for 2024/25:
Club President: Rafferty Brown
Men's Captain: William Sey
Women's Captain: Lily Haurat
The Water Polo club is supported by our dedicated Club Development Officer Jade Featherstone.
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