Training Programs

In-person training services designed to develop water polo athletes through structured coaching, skill assessment, and competitive preparation.

Our Programs

Comprehensive Athlete Development

From skill assessment to training, our programs provide a complete pathway for water polo athletes at every level.

6-8 Academy

6-8 Academy

Development program providing comprehensive training for serious water polo athletes.

  • Olympic-level coaching staff
  • Water polo-specific strength & conditioning
  • 2.5 hours daily intensive pool training
  • Video breakdown & virtual reality
  • Personalized college recruiting consulting
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6-8 College Series

6-8 College Series

Competitive tournament series bringing together top talent for high-level match play.

  • Showcase individual talent — independent of club
  • Games livestreamed to all U.S. college coaches
  • Full performance & testing data exposure
  • Weekend events in the U.S. & internationally
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6-8 Challenge

6-8 Challenge

Water polo's first standardized skill testing to benchmark athlete performance and track progress. The 6-8 Challenge is run by certified coaches at the Academy, College Series & other 6-8 camps and clinics globally.

  • 6 field player and 6 goalie standardized tests
  • Regional and global benchmarking by age group
  • Progress tracking & comparison
  • Video improvement series to improve results
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6-8 Academy

The 6-8 Academy is our flagship training program, designed to develop water polo athletes through a comprehensive curriculum created by Olympic champions.

Our Academy combines technical skill development, tactical understanding, physical conditioning, and mental preparation to create well-rounded athletes ready for the highest levels of competition.

  • Year-round training programs with seasonal focus areas
  • Small group sessions for personalized attention
  • Integration with 6-8 Platform for progress tracking
  • Direct mentorship from professional athletes and coaches
  • College recruitment guidance and exposure opportunities
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6-8 College Series

The 6-8 College Series is a competitive showcase program featuring weekend events where athletes demonstrate their skills to college coaches from 45+ NCAA programs.

Athletes complete the 6-8 Challenge assessment, compete in scrimmages scored with Game Desk technology, and receive a +/- Performance Indicator to measure their impact.

  • Weekend showcase events across multiple US locations
  • Skill assessment and team creation based on ability level
  • Live game stats tracked with 6-8 Game Desk
  • Direct exposure to coaches from 45+ NCAA programs
  • Individual +/- Performance Indicator for every athlete
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6-8 Challenge Athletes

The 6-8 Challenge

The 6-8 Challenge is a standardized skill assessment test that provides athletes with objective measurements of their abilities across key water polo skills.

Results are benchmarked against national averages, giving athletes and coaches actionable insights for targeted improvement.

01 12.5 Meter Sprint
02 Medicine Ball Hold
03 Radar Gun Throw
04 Two Buoy Drill
05 Vertical Jump
06 Obstacle Course
07 25m Breast Sprint
08 Four Corners
09 Eight Touch
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