2026-2027 season

Program Details

The Calgary Seawolves offer programming for athletes born between 2009 and 2020. Programs range from introductory swimming and water polo instruction to competitive team training.

The regular season runs from September 2025 to April 2026.

Practices begin the week of September 14.

*Schedules are subject to change due to circumstances beyond the club’s control, including pool closures, facility availability and changes to allocated pool space. Any schedule changes will be communicated through TeamSnap.

BLUE FOUNDATIONAL AND GREY performance TEAMS

Beginning with U12, athletes will be placed on either a Blue Foundational team or a Grey Performance team based on their September assessment. This structure allows coaches to plan training that is appropriate for each athlete’s current skill level and development needs.

Blue Foundational Teams

Blue teams focus on foundational water polo skills, swimming technique and endurance. These teams provide athletes with the instruction and experience needed to continue building confidence and progressing in the sport.

Grey Performance Teams

Grey teams focus on conditioning, water polo skill development and competitive strategy. These teams are intended for athletes who are ready for increased training expectations and competition.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND PRACTICE SCHEDULES

sWIM LIKE A DOLPHIN (BORN 2019–2020)

Swim Like a Dolphin offers a fun introduction to swimming and water polo for our youngest athletes. The program focuses on water confidence, swimming fundamentals and introductory water polo skills through age-appropriate activities.

The program has increased from one weekly practice to two 45-minute practices per week.

Fall Session

September 15–December 3, 2026

Practice Schedule

Tuesdays: 4:15–5:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

Thursdays: 4:15–5:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

A separate Winter Session will run from January to March 2027. Registration for the Winter Session will open in December.

Swim Like a Dolphin athletes may also have the opportunity to participate in optional Pups Fest events. Additional Alberta Water Polo and Water Polo Canada coverage will be required to participate. Information about upgrading coverage will be provided before the first event.

PUPS (BORN 2017–2018)

Pups provides young athletes with an engaging introduction to water polo while continuing to develop swimming ability, water confidence and foundational water polo skills.

Pups athletes may participate in Pups Fest events, which bring U10 athletes from Calgary-area water polo clubs together for fun, unofficial games played under relaxed rules.

Season

September 15, 2026–end of March 2027

Practice Schedule

Tuesdays: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

Thursdays: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

U12 BLUE – FOUNDATIONAL (Born 2015-2016)

The U12 Blue Foundational program focuses on foundational water polo skills, swimming technique and endurance. Athletes will continue developing their confidence, teamwork and understanding of the game in a supportive training environment.

Birthdates

January 1, 2015–December 31, 2016

Season

Week of September 14, 2026–mid-April 2027

U12 Blue Boys Practice Schedule

Mondays: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Foothills Aquatic Centre

Wednesdays: 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Foothills Aquatic Centre

Thursdays: 8:30–9:30 p.m. Optional Swim Training (Recommended)
MNP Community & Sport Centre

Saturdays: 8:00–9:30 a.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

Sundays: Varying times between 6:00–8:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre

U12 Blue Girls Practice Schedule

Tuesdays: 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

Thursdays: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Shouldice Aquatic Centre

Sundays: Varying times between 6:00–8:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre

U12 GREY – Performance (Born 2015-2016)

The U12 Grey Performance program focuses on conditioning, water polo skill development and competitive strategy. Athletes will train in a more competitive environment while continuing to develop the technical and tactical skills required for games and tournaments.

Birthdates

January 1, 2015–December 31, 2016

Season

Week of September 14, 2026–mid-April 2027

Practice Schedule

U12 Grey boys and girls practise together.

Tuesdays: 7:30–9:00 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre – Dive Tank

Thursdays: 8:30–9:30 p.m. Optional Swim Training (Recommended)
MNP Community & Sport Centre

Fridays: 7:30–9:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre – Dive Tank

Sundays: Varying times between 6:00–8:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre

U14 BLUE – FOUNDATIONAL (Born 2013-2014)

The U14 Blue Foundational program helps athletes strengthen their swimming technique, endurance and core water polo skills. Training emphasizes continued development, confidence and a stronger understanding of team play.

Birthdates

January 1, 2013–December 31, 2014

Season

Week of September 14, 2026–mid-April 2027

Practice Schedule

U14 Blue boys and girls practise together.

Thursdays: 8:30–9:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre – West Pool

Fridays: 8:00–10:00 p.m. - Combined Practice with Performance
MNP Community & Sport Centre – North Pool

Sundays: Varying times between 6:00–8:30 p.m. - Combined Practice & City League with Performance
MNP Community & Sport Centre

U14 GREY – performance (Born 2013-2014)

The U14 Grey Performance program focuses on conditioning, advanced water polo skills and competitive strategy. Athletes will prepare for higher-level competition through increased technical, tactical and physical training.

Birthdates

January 1, 2013–December 31, 2014

Season

Week of September 14, 2026–mid-April 2027

Practice Schedule

U14 Grey boys and girls practise together.

Wednesdays: 8:00–9:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre – Dive Tank

Fridays: 8:00–10:00 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre – North Pool

Sundays: Varying times between 6:00–8:30 p.m.
MNP Community & Sport Centre

U18 (BORN 2009–2012)

Due to anticipated U18 registration numbers, the Seawolves will not operate separate U18 practices during the 2026–2027 season.

U18 athletes will be assigned to either the U14 Blue Foundational or U14 Grey Performance practice group based on their experience, ability and assessment.

The club’s goal is to continue offering tournament opportunities by building combined rosters supported by eligible U14 and U18 athletes.

Birthdates

January 1, 2009–December 31, 2012

Season

Week of September 14, 2026–mid-April 2027

Practice Schedule

U18 athletes will follow the schedule of the U14 Blue Foundational or U14 Grey Performance practice group to which they are assigned.

2026-2027 season

Program Details

The Calgary Seawolves offer programming for athletes born between 2009 and 2020. Programs range from introductory swimming and water polo instruction to competitive team training.

The regular season runs from September 2025 to April 2026.

Practices begin the week of September 14.

BLUE FOUNDATIONAL AND GREY performance TEAMS

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS AND PRACTICE SCHEDULES

sWIM LIKE A DOLPHIN (BORN 2019–2020)

Fall Session

Practice Schedule

PUPS (BORN 2017–2018)

Season

Practice Schedule

U12 BLUE – FOUNDATIONAL (Born 2015-2016)

Birthdates

Season

U12 Blue Boys Practice Schedule

U12 Blue Girls Practice Schedule

U12 GREY – Performance (Born 2015-2016)

Birthdates

Season

Practice Schedule

U14 BLUE – FOUNDATIONAL (Born 2013-2014)

Birthdates

Season

Practice Schedule

U14 GREY – performance (Born 2013-2014)

Birthdates

Season

Practice Schedule

U18 (BORN 2009–2012)

Birthdates

Season

Practice Schedule

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