Programs & Fees
Vipers operates from September to August, divided into 3 seasons:
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- Fall: September to December
- Winter: January to April
- Spring/Summer: May to July
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Club registration fees are paid per season and are outlined below. Contact the Club Treasurer if you have questions.
Before your player attends their first practice, your player(s) must be registered. To complete registration, your player(s) must also be registered with Water Polo West and Water Polo Canada.
Please read the information below before registering your player(s):
1. Club Registration
- Registering two or more athletes in 11U or above: eligible for a 10% discount on the higher registration fee – enter the promo code: SIBLINGS2022 when registering the older sibling.
- Late registration: fees are pro-rated if registering after the season begins; email the Registrar for more information.
- Credit is not applied for missed practices, games, or tournaments.
2. Water Polo West /Water Polo Canada membership fees
Each player is required to pay a membership fee (which includes insurance) to Water Polo West (WPW) – the provincial governing body (PSO) – and to Water Polo Canada (WPC), the national governing body (NSO). Payment is made in September or when a player joins. Membership fees are not pro-rated. Membership fees for both Water Polo West and Water Polo Canada are valid until August 31, 2023.
3. Payment
- Club fees can be paid either by credit card or by e-transfer
- Water Polo West and Water Polo Canada membership fees must be paid by credit card
- Credit card information is entered once on the registration page and payments are automatically distributed; a 2.35% service charge will be added
Please choose from one of the following payment options for Club registration fees only:
Option 1 – payment by credit card
Option 2 – payment by e-transfer:
- If you opt to e-transfer the registration fees, please include the player’s full name
and program/team in the message (i.e., 9U/Splashball, 11U, 13U, 15U, or 18U) - E-transfer reg fees to: [email protected]
Questions?
For questions about payments, contact the club Treasurer
For questions about registration, contact the club Registrar
PARENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Our club is a parent-run organization: all families must volunteer for a minimum of 5 hours each season. DETAILS COMING SOON
9U/Splashball Program (2015 & younger)
Players practice in the shallow end of the pool. The coach-to-player ratio is low so athletes will receive the attention needed to develop. Players will learn ball handling, swimming with and without the ball, and the basics of the game.
An ability to swim across
the shallow end of the pool is helpful.
Practice Times
Spring / Summer (MAY – JUNE ONLY):
MAY: Sat. 5.15 – 6.30 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
JUNE: Sat. 4.00 – 5.00 pm (Kerr Pool, St George’s Senior Boys School)
Club registration fee: $105.00
Water Polo West membership fee: $17.00 (Division: Splash Polo) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $9.00 (Division: Splash Polo) Valid until August 31, 2023
11U (2013-2014)
Athletes will learn ball handling, swimming with and without the ball, and the basics of 
the game. The focus will be on developing basic water polo skills and building swimming endurance. The program prepares athletes for the next level, including participation in informal scrimmages and games.
Practice Times
Spring / Summer:
MAY:
Thurs. 7.15 – 8.30 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
Sat. 5.15 – 6.30 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
JUNE:
Sat. 4.00 – 5.30 pm (Kerr Pool, St George’s Senior Boys School)
JULY:
Thurs. 7.15 – 8.30 pm (Kerrisdale Pool) – TBC
Club registration fee: $125.00
Water Polo West membership fee: $39.54 (Division: Community) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $12.00 (Division: Community) Valid until August 31, 2023
13U (2011-2012)
Athletes practice in both the shallow and the deep ends of the pool. The ability to 
swim a length of the pool comfortably is important. They will learn ball handling, eggbeater, shooting, swimming with and without the ball, and the basics of the game.
Practice Times
Spring / Summer:
MAY:
Thurs. 8.30 – 9.45 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
Sat. 6.30 – 8.15 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
JUNE:
Wed. 8.45 – 9. 45 pm (Kerr Pool, St George’s Senior Boys School)
Sat. 4.30 – 6.00 pm (Kerr Pool, St George’s Senior Boys School)
JULY:
Thurs. 8.30 – 9.45 pm (Kerrisdale Pool) – TBC
Club registration fee: $190.00
Water Polo West membership fee: $39.54 (Division: Community) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $12.00 (Division: Community) Valid until August 31, 2023
15U (2009-20010)
Players will work primarily in the deep end of the pool. Ability to swim and tread water for extended lengths of time required. They will learn ball handling, eggbeater, shooting swimming with and without the ball, and advanced game strategy.
Practice Times
Spring / Summer:
MAY:
Wed. 8.30 – 9.45 pm (Kerrisdale Pool)
Fri. 7.30 – 10.00 pm (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
JUNE:
Fri. 7.30 – 10.00 pm (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
Sun. 8.15 – 10.15 am (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
JULY:
Sun. 8.15 – 10.15 am (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
Club registration fee: $200.00
Water Polo West membership fee: $39.54 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $40.00 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
18U (2006-2008)
Athletes practice at the Vancouver Aquatic Centre pool working primarily in the deep end 
of the pool. Ability to swim and tread water for extended lengths of time required. They will learn ball handling, eggbeater, shooting swimming with and without the ball, and advanced game strategy.
Practice Times
Spring / Summer:
MAY / JUNE:
Fri. 7.30 – 10.00 pm (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
Sun. 8.15 – 10.15 am (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
JULY:
Sun. 8.15 – 10.15 am (Vancouver Aquatic Centre)
Club registration fee: $225.00
Water Polo West membership fee: $39.54 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $40.00 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
Vancouver Masters (2005 and older)
Interested in continuing to play water polo? Come join us! Email: [email protected]
Water Polo West membership fee: $39.54 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
Water Polo Canada membership fee: $40.00 (Division: Provincial) Valid until August 31, 2023
Vancouver Vipers Water Polo Club – Player Code of Conduct
- I will play by the rules of water polo and respect my opponents.
- I will do my best to be a true team player. I will fulfill my commitments by participating in as many practices, games, tournaments, and club events as I can.
- I will remember that winning isn’t everything – that having fun, improving skills, making friends, and doing my best are also important.
- I will acknowledge all good plays and performances – those of my team and my opponents.
- I will remember that coaches and officials are there to help me. I will accept their decisions and show them respect.
- I will remember that this is a sport for all ages. I will use appropriate language and behaviors in the dressing rooms and at all facilities during practices, games, and club events.
Vancouver Vipers Water Polo Club – Parents Code of Conduct
- I/We will encourage my child and their teammates to abide by the rules and emphasize sportsmanship.
- I/We will support my child and their teammates with positive encouragement.
- I/We will show respect for all players, coaches, officials, club volunteers, and family members.
- I/We will refrain from public criticism of coaches, officials, opponents, and other club members. Feedback will be directed to the coaches and club executives in a private and constructive manner.
- I/We will remember that this is a team sport and the attendance of my child has a direct effect on the team. I will ensure attendance at as many games and practices as possible. If absences are unavoidable, I/we will provide adequate notice to coaches and/or team managers.