Cal Boys Water Polo Winter Camp
- Day
- Male
- Winter
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14, 2025
Come Join Us This December!
USSC is proud to partner with Cal Water Polo Head Coach, Kirk Everist, this winter 2025 to bring you the Cal Water Polo Winter Camp! The camp will be held on the beautiful UC Berkeley campus, located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay with the central campus resting on 178 acres in Berkeley, California. Campers will train each day at UC Berkeley's Spieker Aquatics Complex, one of the newest and finest outdoor facilities in the United States.
Come join the Bears this winter won their third straight NCAA championship last December, capping off a 24-5 season. It was Cal's record 17th national title and third three-peat. The focus of the program will be in-water instruction on the fundamentals of the game. Fundamental passing, shooting, team and individual defense along with tactical discipline and individual aspects of the game will be discussed. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with the top players and coaches in the country.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Instruction by Cal Men's Water Polo coaching staff and current players
- Low camper to instructor ratio
- Daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages
- Position Specific Training for Drivers, Shooters, Goalies & 2 Meter Offense & Defense
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director/Head Coach Kirk Everist
Directing the Cal Water Polo Camp this summer is, Kirk Everist, the Cal Head Men's Water Polo Coach.
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Assistant Coach Jakov Belamaric
Jakov Belamaric completed his first season as a Cal assistant coach in 2022, a national championship-winning season which saw the Golden Bears post their highest win percentage (.920) in 30 years.
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Assistant Coach Iosefa Tuiasau
After spending the last two years as an assistant coach for the Pacific men’s and women’s water polo programs, Sefa returns to his alma mater where he joins his former head coach Kirk Everist as the newest member of the three-time defending champs’ coaching staff.
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Camp Details
This winter, Cal is offering one session of Day Camp (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) for Middle School and High School campers ages 12-18. Camp will take place each day at the Spieker Aquatic Complex that was just host to the 2022 NCAA Championship, where the Bears became back-to-back National Champions.
2025 OVERVIEW
- Dates December 13-14
- Age Group: 12-18
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Check-In: 8:30-9:00am at UC Berkeley's Spieker Aquatics Complex.
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Skills Camp Program: The Skills Camp program is designed for middle school and high school players (Ages 12-18). This program is designed to provide youth players with the fundamentals, latest drills, in-water scrimmages and position specific training (Divers, Shooters, Goalies and 2 Meter Offense & Defense) essential for improvement.
CAMP ADDRESS
Spieker Aquatics Complex
2301 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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PARKING
Parking is available in the RSF Parking Garage as well as metered street parking. Please be aware of parking restrictions.
CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Saturday, December 13th to Sunday, December 14th
- Check-in: will take place between 8:30-9:00am at Spieker Aquatics Complex.
- Check-out: camp ends at 4:00pm each day.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camps t-shirt and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water polo suit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Spieker Aquatics Complex
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
Instruction will emphasize:
- Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets.
- Goal Setting sessions
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Items:
- Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
- Backpack
- Water Polo Suit
- Rubber Caps
- Googles
- 2 x Towels
- Hat or Visor
- Sandals/Flip Flops
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
- University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsTRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Due to University and NCAA Policies, we are not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED
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SPIEKER AQUATICS COMPLEX
The Spieker Aquatics Complex is located on Bancroft Way, between Dana St. and Ellsworth St. Upon your arrival, campers are placed in groups with other swimmers that have similiar abilities and goals. Our camp staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, keeping in consideration your experience and desire to improve.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Dec. 13 - Dec. 14, 2025
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Reviews & Testimonials
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I would highly recommend the camp
November 21, 2023 -
Excellent!
The coaching staff is always excellent ... knowledgeable, fun, patient, instructive. The skills learned are different from year to year which is huge. The coaches provide physical and verbal explanations for what they are learning which increases knowledge of the game.
July 19, 2019 -
Excellent!
The coaching staff is always excellent ... knowledgeable, fun, patient, instructive. The skills learned are different from year to year which is huge. The coaches provide physical and verbal explanations for what they are learning which increases knowledge of the game.
July 19, 2019
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I can't wait to come back next year!
It was so awesome to be coached by such high level coaches and players. They were very encouraging and made it a lot of fun. I learned some new things and will definitely put them to use on my club and high school teams. I can't wait to come back next year!
June 30, 2018 -
I can't wait to come back next year!
It was so awesome to be coached by such high level coaches and players. They were very encouraging and made it a lot of fun. I learned some new things and will definitely put them to use on my club and high school teams. I can't wait to come back next year!
June 30, 2018 -
Cal has a camper for life!
Cal water polo camp is very well balanced with targeted instruction in the pool and fun outside of the pool. The coaching and tips my son received have been invaluable. Upon returning to his club, his coaches noticed an improvement in skill and confidence. Cal has a camper for life.
June 28, 2017 -
Positive experience!
My son had a great time, and it was a very positive experience for him! We would have enrolled him for longer period or for more sessions if they were offered!
June 28, 2017 -
Coaches were all FANTASTIC!
Our son learned a ton about playing goalie. He has much more confidence since this camp. He had a great time! The highlight of his camp was blocking a coach's shot during the scrimmage. He said he thought the shot broke his wrist, but he's really proud that he did it. Coaches were all FANTASTIC! Our son will be back next year.
June 28, 2017 -
Cal has a camper for life!
Cal water polo camp is very well balanced with targeted instruction in the pool and fun outside of the pool. The coaching and tips my son received have been invaluable. Upon returning to his club, his coaches noticed an improvement in skill and confidence. Cal has a camper for life.
June 28, 2017 -
Positive experience!
My son had a great time, and it was a very positive experience for him! We would have enrolled him for longer period or for more sessions if they were offered!
June 28, 2017 -
Coaches were all FANTASTIC!
Our son learned a ton about playing goalie. He has much more confidence since this camp. He had a great time! The highlight of his camp was blocking a coach's shot during the scrimmage. He said he thought the shot broke his wrist, but he's really proud that he did it. Coaches were all FANTASTIC! Our son will be back next year.
June 28, 2017 -
Amazing!
This camp was amazing. All of the player/coaches and coach/coaches were positive and engaging with both the campers and the parents. The training was age and skill-level appropriate and challenged the boys to bring their games to the next level. Several of our players attended and their performance at JO qualifiers the following weekend demonstrated the new and improved skills they had learned.
June 24, 2017 -
Amazing!
This camp was amazing. All of the player/coaches and coach/coaches were positive and engaging with both the campers and the parents. The training was age and skill-level appropriate and challenged the boys to bring their games to the next level. Several of our players attended and their performance at JO qualifiers the following weekend demonstrated the new and improved skills they had learned.
June 24, 2017 -
Unforgettable experience!
As a water polo coach / Dad I was extremely impressed with Cal water polo camp. It started the moment my wife dropped my son off. Jeff introduced himself and asked for her name, without looking at the camp roster he knew my son's name. Any apprehensions my wife had about dropping her 11 year old son off at camp for the week were gone within a minute of meeting Jeff. Any time we talked to our son during the week all he could talk about was how much fun he was having, how great the players and coaches were, and how much he was learning. On Friday when I picked him up I went a little early so I could watch. They were scrimmaging and Kirk was coaching their group. He was hands on, stopping play to explain technique, strategy, awareness, and having fun with the kids at the same time. What an incredible time our son had, he can't wait to go back next year. Thank you Kirk, Jeff, and all the coaches (Cal Players) for giving our son an unforgettable experience.
June 24, 2017 -
Learns something new each camp year!
A huge highlight of the camp was that my child was able to use the new State of the Art Legends Aquatic Center for their Summer 2017 camp experience. He also got personal instruction from Coach Everest and Asst. Coach Jeff, of the CAL collegiate team, and from the collegiate players. It was a very well run camp with an emphasis on having fun, improving their skill set and knowledge of the game of water polo. At the end of the camp each child received a 2016 CAL Water Polo Championship poster. My son attended the 9 AM - 5 PM day camp for the second year in a row and he learns something new each camp year.
June 23, 2017 -
Learns something new each camp year!
A huge highlight of the camp was that my child was able to use the new State of the Art Legends Aquatic Center for their Summer 2017 camp experience. He also got personal instruction from Coach Everest and Asst. Coach Jeff, of the CAL collegiate team, and from the collegiate players. It was a very well run camp with an emphasis on having fun, improving their skill set and knowledge of the game of water polo. At the end of the camp each child received a 2016 CAL Water Polo Championship poster. My son attended the 9 AM - 5 PM day camp for the second year in a row and he learns something new each camp year.
June 23, 2017 -
The coaches were fantastic!
My son had a great experience at Cal Berkeley WP camp. The coaches were fantastic, and my son learned a lot of new skills while having fun too. We will definitely be coming back next year.
July 1, 2016 -
Fantastic instruction!
Great camp! There was lots of good food and fantastic instruction from not only the Cal Water Polo team, but from the Cal Coaches themselves! It was the highlight of my son's summer!
June 30, 2016 -
Great experience!
I would highly recommend this camp to anyone who loves water polo or wants to experience what water polo is all about. The instructors are awesome, the program is fun yet informational. Getting to meet new friends. Watching the Cal Men Water Polo game inspired the kids even more. It is well organized and my kid enjoyed every moment of it. Thanks for giving him a great experience.
June 30, 2016 -
Fantastic instruction!
Great camp! There was lots of good food and fantastic instruction from not only the Cal Water Polo team, but from the Cal Coaches themselves! It was the highlight of my son's summer!
June 30, 2016 -
Great experience!
I would highly recommend this camp to anyone who loves water polo or wants to experience what water polo is all about. The instructors are awesome, the program is fun yet informational. Getting to meet new friends. Watching the Cal Men Water Polo game inspired the kids even more. It is well organized and my kid enjoyed every moment of it. Thanks for giving him a great experience.
June 30, 2016 -
Unforgettable camp!
This camp was organized and really fun. My son said the food was great and hanging out with the players was THE BEST!!! The friendly coaches, good WP instruction, great ratio of coaches to campers, and facility at Cal Berkeley made this an unforgettable camp!
June 29, 2016 -
Very hands-on!
This camp is a very helpful experience. All of the coaches are very hands-on and provide great examples of how to apply the new information gained. I will be coming back next summer!
June 29, 2016 -
Top Notch!
This camp was excellent at grouping quality boy players with very high quality coaches & staff. The facilities were top notch and so were the coaches! Right level of intensity.
June 29, 2016 -
Unforgettable camp!
This camp was organized and really fun. My son said the food was great and hanging out with the players was THE BEST!!! The friendly coaches, good WP instruction, great ratio of coaches to campers, and facility at Cal Berkeley made this an unforgettable camp!
June 29, 2016 -
Very hands-on!
This camp is a very helpful experience. All of the coaches are very hands-on and provide great examples of how to apply the new information gained. I will be coming back next summer!
June 29, 2016