Canoe Polo Programs for Communities

The Victorian Youth Polo Academy (VYPA) is offering programs for community groups, aquatic facilities and members of the public to come and try Canoe Polo.

These programs can be run for local aquatic facilities, general members of the public or groups within the community.

One-Off Sessions

Intended as a ‘come and try’ experience, these sessions allow everyone to experience canoe polo for the first time in a one-off, obligation-free environment. Starting initially with an introduction to the equipment and rules of the sport, these sessions will teach the fundamental skills involved in canoe polo with the emphasis on fun and engaging activities. Sessions will conclude with a number of short, fast-paced games.

Social Sporting Competitions

Intended to develop out of a one-off session, VYPA offers the opportunity to run a number of small regular sessions that allow everyone to jump in a boat and participate in social and friendly matches. These sessions are perfect as a 4-session social competition run over a month allowing players to develop over the month without committing to a long-term activity. Fortnightly sessions or seasons running for multiple months are all possible for our programs. Feel free to get in touch and we can tailor something to suit your needs perfectly.

Why should I get involved in Canoe Polo?

Canoe Polo as an activity offers many benefits. On an individual level, it teaches and develops kayaking skills, encourages leadership ability and development, and promotes health benefits associated with increased aerobic ability, cardiovascular health, and can increase mental focus and reduce stress.

Offering an alternative to other team sports, Canoe Polo fosters teamwork and communication within an inclusive sporting environment that caters to participants of all abilities, boosting the self-esteem and confidence of participants who take on this fun new challenge.