Recreational Programs
Water Fun
Introduction to Aquatic Skills
This COED program is targeted at ages 5 to 7 who are not yet strong enough swimmers to join our Swim and Play programs. The Water Fun program is divided into two levels, with each practice of 45-minutes duration. Note that both levels may be combined at some pools. Each practice will include work on aquatic skills as well as free play to develop some basic water polo related skills. New players are welcome throughout the year. This program runs from mid-September to late May.
Water Fun I
For children both in 2017-2019 [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page] – Parents of younger/weaker athletes may be required to participate in the classes and be within arm’s reach of their child. This is not only for safety reasons but also, as a first-time introduction to the aquatic environment for some children, the parent’s presence helps provide a more comforting experience in the water. In this program, participants will learn basic water skills, providing a jump-start to the aquatic environment which will form a strong basis for the development of more advanced swimming skills. Game play will be used to build their confidence in the water.
Minimum requirements:
- No minimum skills requirement.
Water Fun I Practice Options:
- Richcraft pool – Mondays, 5:30pm to 6:15pm
- Sportsplex 25m (warm) pool – Fridays, 6pm to 6:45pm
- Sportsplex 25m (warm) pool – Saturdays, 5:30pm to 6:15pm
Water Fun II
For children born in 2017-2019 [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page] – At this level, participants will develop basic swimming skills. Building on the skills acquired in Water Fun I, this is where athletes will first experience the sport of water polo in a fun environment. A good fit for athletes who completed Swim Kids Levels 1 or 2, or the new city of Ottawa Yellow or Coral levels.
Minimum requirements:
- The child must be comfortable in the shallow-end without a parent and without a flotation device.
Water Fun II Practice Options:
- Richcraft pool – Mondays, 6:15pm to 7pm
- Sportsplex 25m (warm) pool – Fridays, 6pm to 6:45pm
- Sportsplex 25m (warm) pool – Saturdays, 5:30pm to 6:15pm
How to Register for this Program:
- Log into the RAMP Registration System and select the desired Water Fun practice.
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Swim & Play
Strengthen Swimming and Water Polo Skills
This COED program brings two incredible sports together! It 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 water safety, flutter kick, whip kick, eggbeater, front crawl, backstroke, basic breaststroke, diving, strength and endurance, ball handling and basic tactical skills. This program provides our athletes the required strength, technique and confidence required for the next level program, I Love Water Polo. Stronger athletes may be given the opportunity to compete in U12 or U10 tournaments. New participants are welcome throughout the year. This program runs from mid-September to late May.
The Swim and Play program is divided into two levels:
- Swim & Play I (born in 2014-2018) is for athletes who still need to refine their front crawl and backstroke skills, learn basic breaststroke, or learn basic eggbeater. A good fit for athletes who completed Swim Kids Levels 3 or 4, or the new city of Ottawa Red or Magenta levels [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page].
- Swim & Play II (born in 2014-2017) is for athletes who are ready to refine their breaststroke and eggbeater, and build up their endurance. A good fit for athletes who completed Swim Kids Levels 5, 6 or 7, or the new city of Ottawa Purple, Navy or Aqua levels [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page].
Swim & Play I
Minimum requirements:
- Swim 25m (pool length) front crawl (no breath control required)
- Swim 25m (pool length) backstroke
- Swim 25m (pool length) flutter kick with a board (with breath control)
- Swim 25m (pool length) back flutter kick without a board (streamline)
The Swim & Play I program is available in two forms:
- S&P I – 2 weekly 90-minute practices + 1 game night
- S&P I Light – 1 weekly 90-minute practice + 1 game night. Registration in the Light program instead of the regular program requires prior approval (please contact us at info@titanswaterpolo.ca).
S&P I Practice Options:
- Richcraft pool* – Mondays, 5:30pm to 7pm
- St-Laurent pool – Tuesdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- St-Laurent pool – Thursdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- Richcraft pool* – Fridays, 6pm to 7:30pm
- Francois Dupuis pool – Saturdays, 4pm to 5:30pm
- Pinecrest pool – Saturdays, 6pm to 7:30pm (strongly recommended as 2nd weekly practice)
* athletes can only select one of the two Richcraft practices
S&P I Game Night:
- Sportsplex 25m pool – Sundays, 6pm to 7:30pm
How to Register for the S&P I Program:
Log into the RAMP Registration System and select the desired S&P I practice(s), the Game Night is automatically included.
Cost:
Our fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
What each athlete must provide: Each S&P I athlete must provide their own set of fins (suggestion: Speedo Switchblade Fin | GoSwim) and pull-buoy (suggestion: JR or SR PB). If purchasing from this site, use promocode TITANS2024.
What is extra: Participation in Tournaments.
Swim & Play II
Minimum requirements:
- Swim 50m (2 pool lengths) front crawl with breath control
- Swim 50m (2 pool lengths) backstroke
- Swim 25m basic breaststroke
- Basic knowledge of eggbeater
The Swim & Play program is available in two forms:
- S&P II – 2 weekly 90-minute practices + 1 game night
- S&P II Light – 1 weekly 90-minute practice + 1 game night. Registration in the Light program instead of the regular program requires prior approval (please contact us at info@titanswaterpolo.ca)
S&P II Practice Options:
- Richcraft pool* – Mondays, 5:30pm to 7pm
- St-Laurent pool – Tuesdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- St-Laurent pool – Thursdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- Richcraft pool* – Fridays, 6pm to 7:30pm
- Francois Dupuis pool – Saturdays, 4pm to 5:30pm
- Sportsplex Shallow-end – Saturdays, 6pm to 7:30pm (strongly recommended as 2nd weekly practice)
* athletes can only select one of the two Richcraft practices
S&P II Game Night:
Sportsplex Shallow-end – Sundays, 6pm to 7:30pm
How to Register for the S&P II Program:
Log into the RAMP Registration System and select the desired S&P II practice(s), the Game Night is automatically included.
Cost:
Our fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
What each athlete must provide: Each S&P II athlete must provide their own set of fins (suggestion: Speedo Switchblade Fin | GoSwim) and pull-buoy (suggestion: JR or SR PB). If purchasing from this site, use promocode TITANS2024.
What is extra: Participation in Tournaments.
I Love Water Polo (ILWP)
Focus on Strengthening Basic Water Polo Skills
In this COED program for ages 8 to 12 (athletes born in 2013-2016) [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page], swimming skills are refined, endurance is improved, and basic water polo skills are taught in a non-intimidating environment. This Program, held in the deep end of the pool, develops the required technical skills and endurance to prepare its participants to move up to our learn-to-compete program, the Academy. This program is a good fit for athletes who have completed Swim Kids Level 8 or higher, or the new city of Ottawa Seafoam, Green, Lime level or higher. Stronger athletes may be given the opportunity to compete in U12 or U10 tournaments. New participants are welcome throughout the year. This program runs from mid-September to late May.
Minimum requirements:
- Comfortable swimming in the deep end for an extended period
- Swim 100m front crawl with breath control
- Swim 100m backstroke
- Swim 100m breaststroke with good whip kick
- Treading water for 30 seconds (eggbeater preferable)
The I Love Water Polo program is available in two forms:
ILWP – 2 weekly 90-minute practices + 1 game night.
ILWP Light – 1 weekly 90-minute practice + 1 game night. Registration in the Light program instead of the regular program requires prior approval (please contact us at info@titanswaterpolo.ca)
ILWP Practice Options:
- Richcraft pool* – Mondays, 5:30pm to 7pm
- St-Laurent pool – Tuesdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- Walter Baker pool – Wednesdays, 7:30pm to 9pm
- St-Laurent pool – Thursdays, 7:15pm to 8:30pm
- Richcraft pool* – Fridays, 6pm to 7:30pm
- University of Ottawa pool – Fridays, 6:30pm to 8pm
- Francois Dupuis pool – Saturdays, 4pm to 5:30pm
- Sportsplex Shallow-end – Saturdays, 6pm to 7:30pm (strongly recommended as 2nd weekly practice)
* athletes can only select one of the two Richcraft practices
ILWP Game Night:
- Sportsplex Deep-End – Sundays, 6pm to 7:30pm
How to Register for the ILWP Program:
Log into the RAMP Registration System and select the desired ILWP practice(s), the Game Night is automatically included.
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
What each athlete must provide: Each ILWP athlete must provide their own set of fins (suggestion: Speedo Switchblade Fin | GoSwim) and pull-buoy (suggestion: JR or SR PB). If purchasing from this site, use promocode TITANS2024.
What is extra: Participation in Tournaments.
Rec House League
House league is a COED recreational program for born between 2006 and 2011. Have fun while learning basic skills, tactics and rules of the game. Emphasis is on fitness, fun and sportsmanship. Players get a weekly 90-minute practice. No water polo experience is necessary, but participants should be comfortable deep-end swimmers. New players are welcome throughout the year.
The program runs from September to June.
Weekly Rec House League Games:
- Sundays, Carleton University pool – 8pm to 9:30pm
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Junior House League
For those who just want to have fun
The Junior House League is a COED recreational program for ages 9 to 14 (athletes born in 2010-2015) [see Note 1 at the bottom of this page], conceived especially as a fun alternative for those who may not wish to, or cannot enroll in our Swim & Play II, I Love Water Polo or Academy programs. Learn new skills, tactics and improve your endurance while playing water polo games. Emphasis is on fitness, fun and sportsmanship. Players get a weekly 90-minute practice. New players are welcome throughout the year. This program runs from mid-September to late May.
Minimum requirements:
- Comfortable swimming in the deep end for an extended period
- Swim 75m front crawl with breath control
- Swim 75m backstroke
- Swim 75m basic breaststroke
- Treading water for 30 seconds (eggbeater preferable)
Junior House League Night:
- Walter Baker pool – Mondays, 6:30pm to 8pm
How to Register for the Junior House League:
- Log into the RAMP Registration System and select the Junior House League program.
Cost:
Our fees are outlined here.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Pick-Up Games
Pick-up games is a COED recreational program for ages 16+. Participants meet once or twice a week to play a pick-up game of recreational water polo. No formal training provided: participants warm-up, are divided into 2 equal-strength teams and scrimmage. Emphasis is on fun and sportsmanship. No water polo experience is necessary, but participants should be comfortable deep-end swimmers. New players are welcome throughout the year.
The program runs from September to May.
Weekly Pick-up Games:
- Mondays, Richcraft pool – 9pm to 10pm
- Wednesdays, Richcraft pool – 9pm to 10pm
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here. Note that individuals who register for this program are welcome to also attend the Learn-to-Play practices and/or the Semi-Competitive scrimmages at no additional cost, as long as these programs have spare spots for them.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Learn To Play
Learn to Play is a COED recreational program for those who prefer a non-intimidating, relaxed atmosphere where basic skills, tactics and the rules of water polo are taught in a positive environment that promotes fun team play and fitness. No water polo experience is necessary, but participants should be comfortable deep-end swimmers. New players are welcome throughout the year.
The program runs from September to June.
Weekly Learn To Play Session:
- Sundays, Carleton University pool – 6:30pm to 8pm
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here. Note that individuals who register for this program are welcome to also attend the Pick-up Games and/or the Semi-Competitive scrimmages at no additional cost, as long as these programs have spare spots for them.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Semi-Competitive
The Semi-competitive league is a COED program for experienced water polo players ages 18+ who enjoy a more intense water polo environment. New players are welcome throughout the year.
The program runs from September to June.
Weekly Semi-Competitive Session:
- Thursdays, Ottawa University pool – 9:15pm to 10:30pm
Cost:
Our current season fees are outlined here. Note that individuals who register for this program are welcome to also attend the Learn-to-Play and/or the Pick-up Games at no additional cost, as long as these programs have spare spots for them.
What is included: We provide all the water polo equipment (e.g. balls, caps, nets).
Parent-Child Water Polo
Parent-Child Water Polo Initiative: Swim Into Fun Together!
Discover a New Family Adventure! Looking for a unique and exciting way to bond with your kids? The Parent-Child Water Polo Initiative is here to make a splash! Join us in the pool for a fun, family-friendly program that introduces you and your child to the thrilling world of water polo. Perfect for beginners, this program is designed to make everyone feel welcome and confident in the water. No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure!
Why Join the Parent-Child Water Polo Initiative?
Fun for Everyone: Laugh, play, and learn together as a family.
Build Confidence: Kids develop water skills in a safe, supportive environment with YOU right by their side.
Family Bonding: Strengthen your connection through teamwork and shared achievements.
No Intimidation, Just Fun: Our beginner-friendly approach ensures everyone feels comfortable and included.
Affordable and Accessible: Quality family time that won’t break the bank.
What’s Included:
Weekly 60-minute sessions led by expert coaches from the Ottawa Titans Water Polo Club.
Fun games, drills, and activities to introduce basic water polo skills.
All equipment provided—just bring your swimsuits and smiles!
Program Details:
Age:
- Kids aged 5-13 AND their parent(s) or guardian(s). No prior experience required!
Weekly Sessions:
- Fridays, Richcraft pool – 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Cost:
- $55 (includes WPC/OWP membership fees – $26.79)
If you need more information please send e-mail to specialevents@titanswaterpolo.
Notes on Recreational Programs
Note 1 – Training spots may be given to athletes outside the target age range on a case-by-case basis depending on the age of the athlete, the athlete’s skills and the number of spare training spots. Please contact us at info@titanswaterpolo.ca BEFORE registering an athlete that is outside the specified range.