ABOUT

Santa Barbara
Water Polo Club

Santa Barbara Water Polo Club is a highly regarded, nationally recognized program known for developing fundamentally strong, competitive, and well-rounded athletes with a high water polo IQ. Through a consistent system of structured development, our athletes are introduced early on to the skills they will continue to refine and build upon throughout their careers.

Mission

By empowering athletes to excel both in the pool and beyond, Santa Barbara Water Polo Club fosters a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. We welcome athletes of all levels to join our community, where expert coaching, passionate teamwork, and a love for the game come together to create a truly unforgettable experience. Through competition, hard work, and mutual support, we inspire our members to reach new heights—in water polo and in life.

Philosophy

At Santa Barbara Water Polo Club, we believe in teaching strong fundamentals while providing athletes with consistent opportunities to grow through level-appropriate games and tournaments. We strive to create a healthy, supportive team environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship—encouraging humility in victory and grace in defeat. Our coaching approach develops each athlete’s individual skills, knowledge of the rules, and understanding of team strategy, while also modeling competitiveness grounded in integrity. Above all, we aim to help our athletes build confidence, resilience, and self-esteem that will serve them both in and out of the pool.