FAQ's About CWPC

FAQ’s About CWPC
(updated 2/24/09)

• Who is eligible to play for Cleveland Water Polo Club?
• I have never played water polo before. Can I learn to play?
• I have played water polo before, but I am no longer in good physical shape. Can I still play?
• How much does it cost to join? What fees are involved?
• When and where are practices?
• How competitive or how skilled is CWPC?
• How can I learn more about CWPC?

Q:Who is eligible to play for Cleveland Water Polo Club?
A: Our membership is made up of men and women ranging in age from 16 to 50+ who live in Northeast Ohio, including Greater Cleveland, Akron and Canton.

Q: I have never played water polo before. Can I learn to play?
A: CWPC in 2009 is offering a Spring Clinic. See here for details.

Q: I have played water polo before, but I am no longer in good physical shape. Can I still play?
A: CWPC members vary in level of conditioning, but the nature of water polo is such that fitness is a benefit to players. However, we encourage prospective members to observe a practice session to gain a sense of their ability level.

Q: How much does it cost to join? What fees are involved?
A: CWPC assesses quarterly dues. Dues for winter 2009 are $100 and tournaments are typically $25 for a weekend tournament that includes four games.

CWPC also requires membership in American Water Polo, a governing body for water polo which provides insurance coverage and administrative support.

Q: When and where are practices?
A: First it is best to join our email list and to keep track of communication at clevelandwaterpolo.com as factors such as events and weather can affect pool availability.

Days and times can change throughout the year, however sessions are held at:

Cleveland State University, Robert F. Busbey Natatorium – 2420 Chester Avenue, Cleveland 44115

Hathaway Brown School, Butler Aquatic Center – 19600 North Park Blvd., Shaker Heights 44122

Q: How competitive or how skilled is CWPC?
A: CWPC is a new and growing club with members ranging in skill level from novice to former NCAA Division I water polo athletes. The main purpose of the club is to have fun, however the team strives to compete with master’s clubs nationally.

Q: How can I learn more about CWPC?
A: Please contact our club president, Kevin Ziegler by email at Kevin@clevelandwaterpolo.com.