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Ready to try something new in the pool? Join the City of Santa Monica’s Introduction to Water Polo class, a dynamic program designed for novice youth players eager to learn the sport in a fun, supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, participants will engage in structured workouts that build endurance, sharpen swim technique, and develop essential water polo skills. From ball handling and passing to game fundamentals, terminology, and competitive strokes — this program sets young swimmers up for success in the world of water polo. Prerequisites for this class includes: 100 yards of continuous swimming, 25 yards of backstroke, 25 yards of breaststroke, 25 yards of head up front crawl, and 1:30 minutes of treading water. Each player will be evaluated on the first day of the program to ensure participants have adequate swimming abilities.
No class meeting on September 19, 2026
CANCELLATION OR REFUNDS:REFUNDS FOR COMMUNITY CLASSES, BEACH HOUSE CLASSES, COMMUNITY AQUATICS- A $15.00 processing fee applies for each activity refunded. Request must be made in writing to the program supervisor in person or by fax (310) 450-5076, mail or email at aquatics.mailbox@santamonica.gov Refunds will be issued only if requested within one day after the first class meeting.
REFUNDS FOR DUPLICATE/MULTIPLE ENROLLMENTS resulting from multiple registration submissions (at one or more registration sites including online) will be subject to a $15.00 processing fee each activity refunded.
Stay home if you are sick. Unfortunately, absolutely no refunds will be given for any missed classes. Substitution of participants not allowed.Participants are strongly encouraged to arrive and depart in swim attire and avoid using the changing room when possible.
Credit Card and E-Check Convenience Fee UpdateOn October 27, 2020, the Santa Monica City Council adopted a resolution to pass off credit card / debit card convenience fees from the credit card processor to the customer. These convenience fees were previously absorbed by the City, with ActiveNet convenience fees set at 2.95% of the amount of the transaction. This change took effect on January 1, 2021.
For detail information please visit: https://www.smgov.net/departments/clerk/agendas.aspx City Council Meeting: October 27, 2020 Agenda Item: 3.E
FA Type
Optional Community Classes/Aquatics
Location
601 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Instructor
TBA TBA
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