Ithaca Water Polo is a not-for-profit club that organizes adult and youth water polo programs in Ithaca, NY.
The Ithaca Water Polo Masters Program is made up of local adults, former college players, current local college athletes, and alumni from the Ithaca Water Polo youth program. Our co-ed team includes players of all ages. We train together a couple of times a week to stay in great shape while having a lot of fun. Most of our practice time is spent in lively scrimmages, with only a short warm-up beforehand.
The Ithaca Water Polo Youth Program offers fun, skill-focused sessions for area youths ages 6 and up. Players work on developing strong fundamentals, with emphasis on ball control, passing, shooting, and short scrimmages. Our goal is to help young athletes build confidence, improve their skills, and enjoy the sport in a positive environment.
We warmly welcome new players — no prior water polo experience is required. However, strong swimming skills are essential. Scroll below for more information!
At Ithaca Water Polo, all positions are volunteer-based, and no one gets paid. Everything we do happens because people who love the sport step up and make it better for everyone. (That someone could be you!)
Swim suit and a towel! Water polo is played with a competitive swim suit and you'll find it much easier to play the sport in one...but any suit you're comfortable in is welcome.
Get registered here and added to the email notification list.
Questions? Contact Art at:
Youth Program Schedule:
January through April 2026:
Our latest youth session is underway! This session is running on Sundays from April 19, 2026 through May 17, 2026. Register for this youth water polo session via Ithaca Youth Bureau’s Community Pass.
June through August 2026:
Youth practices will be held Monday evenings from 5:45-6:45 (Level 1) and from 6:45-7:45 (Level 2) at ITHACA SWIM CLUB, 124 Uptown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, Ithaca NY.
Get notified of all future sessions by getting on the Ithaca Water Polo Email Registration List.
Youth WP Level 1: COED ages 6-11. Held entirely in the shallow end of the pool or, if held in the deep end, noodles are allowed. This program gives girls and boys, ages 6 to 11, a chance to experience swimming and water polo! The program will focus on several essential skills such as flutter kick, eggbeater, front crawl, backstroke, strength and endurance, ball handling and basic water polo tactical skills. Fun scrimmages will be part of each practice. This program provides our athletes with the required strength, technique and confidence required for the next level program.
Minimum Requirements:
-must be able to swim one pool length front crawl (no breath control required)
Youth WP Level 2: COED ages 8 to 14. Held entirely in the deep end of the pool. Swimming skills are refined, endurance is improved, and basic water polo skills are taught in a non-intimidating environment. Practices include skill sessions and scrimmages. Develops the required technical skills and endurance to prepare participants for the next phase of competition (stay tuned for additional offerings!).
Minimum Requirements:
-must be able to swim two pool lengths front crawl (no breath control required)
-must be comfortable in deep end for an extended period
-must be able to tread water for 30 seconds (eggbeater preferred)
Swimming ability and confidence vary widely among children at these ages. Please contact Coach Art (ithacawaterpolo@gmail.com) if you’re unsure of which program is the right fit for your child.
Adult Masters Schedule:
January through April 2026:
Adult practices are being held Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 PM at ITHACA HIGH SCHOOL POOL, 1401 N Cayuga Street, Ithaca NY.
June through August 2026:
Adult practices are held Monday evenings from 7:30-9 PM at ITHACA SWIM CLUB, 124 Uptown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, Ithaca NY.
If you plan on attending or simply want to try it out, PLEASE get on the Ithaca Water Polo Email Registration List. Practices can sometimes get canceled and you'll want to be informed!
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