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Programs

A Pathway for Every Player

From Flippa Ball at Year 2 through to senior state league. Whatever the age, whatever the level — there's a place for your player at New Wave.

Our Programs

A Pathway for Every Player

Whether your child is new to the water or chasing national selection, New Wave has the right program.

Flippa Ball and junior training
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Flippa Ball Academy

Introduction to water polo for primary school aged kids. Water polo swim techniques, basic skills, and fun games with experienced coaches. Perfect for active kids who love the pool and a good ball game.

Year 2–6Boys & Girls
New Wave junior girls team poolside
U12–U18

Junior Competition

WA Junior League (WAJL) across U12, U14, U16 and U18. Training builds game skills, teamwork, fitness — and friendships for life. Pathway to Australian Youth Championships and WA State teams.

U12U14U16U18Boys & Girls
New Wave senior player in the pool
18+

Senior State League

Women's and Men's teams in the WA Senior League (WASL). E Grade Women — Premiers 2025/26! Beginners and experienced, everyone welcome.

WomenMenAll Grades
The Journey

From First Splash to State League

One club, every stage. Here's how a player grows through New Wave — from Flippa Ball, into junior competition, and on to our senior teams and the road to national championships.

NEW WAVE WATER POLO CLUB · SOUTH PERTH The Player Pathway From first splash to state league — one club, every stage. WA Club of the Year 2025 GIRLS BOYS Teams split after U12 FLIPPA BALL Years 2–6 · girls & boys U12 Girls & boys U14 U16 U18 U14 U16 U18 SURGE Women's · WASL TIDAL Competitive · WASL ROLLERS Social · WASL MIXED · YEARS 2–6 TO U12 JUNIOR COMPETITION · WAJL SENIORS · 18+ ROAD TO AYC Australian Youth Championships Junior nationals · U14–U18 CLUB TRIALS Sep 2026 · internal MAGURA CUP Dec 2026 MELVILLE DUKE Jan 2027 STATE CHAMPS Late Jan 2027 AYC Brisbane Apr 2027 Also on the pathway: 13&U National Development Carnival (NDC) — Tasmania, every July.

Which Age Group Is My Child?

Junior age groups are set by birth year. Here's where your child fits for the upcoming season.

12s
Born
2015 & 2016
14s
Born
2013 & 2014
16s
Born
2011 & 2012
18s
Born
2009 & 2010

Younger players start in Flippa Ball (school Years 2–6). Not sure which group suits your child, or have a question about eligibility? Email juniors@newwavewpc.com.au.

Developing the Whole Athlete

New Wave Performance Development Pathway

A structured approach to developing the positive mindset, skills, habits and life outcomes of all our athletes — in the pool and beyond.

01

Game Skills

Building life-long fitness, coordination and confidence, one skill at a time.

02

Rules & Game Knowledge

Understanding the game sharpens strategy, insight and planning skills in and out of the pool.

03

Game IQ

Sharpen decision-making, build problem-solving, adaptability and smart risk-taking for life.

04

Leadership

Develop the communication, compassion and leadership skills to succeed in the pool and in life.

05

Resilience

Have the knowledge to navigate set-backs as lessons in grit, recovery and focus.

06

Self Mastery

Training the mind as much as the body: time management, motivation and self-discipline.

07

Community

Join more than a team or club; be part of a network built on gratitude and giving back.

Designed to connect into the Water Polo WA Performance Program (WAPP) to support all members to build the skills that unlock their potential.

Ready to Join the Wave?

Registrations for 2026/27 open August/September. Register your interest now and we'll be in touch.

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