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Ready to take the plunge and give water polo a try? You'll be amazed at the welcome you receive. Here are all the details for showing up to your first practice...
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Everything You Need to Know About Joining the Triggerfish!
So, you want to join the Triggerfish? We look forward to meeting you! Read this section thoroughly and everything will go smoothly!
New Member Practices - The First Sunday of Every Month:
If you're new to water polo or have only played casually before, you are welcome to come to the first Sunday practice of every month. While you might not have perfected eggbeater (or even know what it is!), as a new player you should be a confident swimmer who feels very comfortable in the water. Experienced water polo players can join at any time.
The Triggerfish is an adult team for those 18 years and older.
Those new to water polo may come to any other practice in a month but will be invited to watch a practice from the deck and wait until the first Sunday of the month before jumping in the water. This helps to ensure that you advance with other new players at the same time and maximizes the amount of coaching you will receive.
You are entitled to three trial practices, at $5 per practice, before we will ask you to make a decision about joining. Please bring exact change with you - we do not have the ability to make change on deck.
At your first practice, you will be asked for a completed registration form and waiver. This is important before you jump into the pool, because of how aquatic insurance works. Download and complete the forms below - or arrive at least 10 minutes early to make sure everything gets done.
What to Bring
You will want to bring the following with you to practice:
- Swimsuit: Your best choice for this game is a speedo, and water polo players tend to wear them tight (less to grab). However, feel free to show up in whatever swimsuit you feel comfortable in to start. You will be best served by a Speedo, TYR, or similar brand, either nylon or spandex mix. Go for a brief or squarecut suit if you are a guy, and a comfortable one-piece if you are a woman.
- Goggles: We use goggles only for swimming warmup. Goggles are a safety hazard when we are playing the actual game. Bring a pair with you, and be sure to keep close track of where you place them once warmup is over - it's easy to leave them behind otherwise.
But wait! I wear contact lenses! ... as do many of us. Because we do not go deep in the water, you will find your contact lenses survive just fine. If you can see properly without, that's okay, take them out - otherwise, leave them in so you can see the game, and bring an extra pair with you just in case there's a problem. We have had very few reports of contact lens issues in the pool.
- Towel: Yup. You'll definitely want one of those!
- Mouthguard: Competitive players usually wear a mouthguard, just to be cautious. Goalies always wear a mouthguard.
- Water Polo Caps: These are part of our team equipment, and will be available for use during each practice.
Jumping In: Orientation
One of our veteran players will provide you with a one-hour orientation. This is often one-on-one or with a couple other people who have arrived for their first night of practice.
 During the orientation, you will be introduced to the following:
- Water polo swim strokes and swimming drills - and
how they differ from regular swimming;
- Eggbeater (treading water), and how to jump in
the water;
- Ball handling technique: swimming with the ball,
and both wet and dry passing;
- How to properly defend: defensive positioning and techniques; and
- The basic positions in water polo.
After the hour orientation, we will watch the scrimmage, and describe for you the basic plays which are going on. If you are feeling brave, we will give you a cap so you can jump in and experience how much fun it is! Rest easy - we are very kind to new players.
We are very respectful of wherever you are at, coming in to your first practice. Rest as often as you like - only YOU know how much you can do your first time out. Be gentle on yourself! Let you brain take in as much as it can, and let your body gradually come up to speed. Let us know when you want to take a break - before you need it!
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Joining as a Full Member!
So, you've completed one, two, or three trial practices - and you are ready to jump in and join! You've had a blast, met some great people, and are learning an exciting and fun sport. And perhaps getting a good workout too?
So now it is time to join the Triggerfish! Most of the work is done for you - you have already filled out the necessary forms - we just need you to decide on whether you would like to be a quarterly or annual member.
Fees for the 2009-2010 season are as follows:
Regular
Annual Rate $452.49 plus $17.51 OWP Fee for a total of $470.
Quarterly Payment Rate $147.51, $130, $130, $110. (First quarter payment includes $17.51 OWP Fee.)
Student (Full-time)
Annual Rate $292.50 plus $17.51 OWP Fee for a total of $310.01.
Quarterly Payment Rate $101.51, $84, $84, $66. (First quarter payment includes $17.51 OWP Fee.)
Fees are due Sunday October 4, 2009. This includes annual payers or quarterly payers with post-dated cheques. Post-dated cheques should be dated for October 4, February 1, May 1, and August 1. Cheques can be given to Nancy, Brendan L, or Frank.
If you join at any other time of the year, your annual dues will be pro-rated depending on the date you become a member. Cheques are made payable to: Downtown Aquatics Corporation.
Important note: The Toronto Triggerfish have a policy whereby we provide services regardless of financial ability. If funds are the only thing preventing you from joining, please speak with Matt, Brendan L or Nancy in confidence, or send an e-mail to info@triggerfishwaterpolo.ca. We will explain how this policy works, so that you can jump right in!
Get in the Loop!
We keep in touch with everyone on the team by e-mail. To get on the e-mail distribution list, you need to register with the Triggerfish Yahoo Group. To do that, send an e-mail to info@triggerfishwaterpolo.ca and we'll send you an invitation to join the group. |
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Practice Schedule
Today: Thursday September 9: 9:00 - 10:00pm
U of T: Benson Pool
Beginners & Recreational Playyers
Friday September 10: 9:00 - 10:00pm
U of T Main Pool: South End
Advanced & Competitive Players
Practice Change:
Sunday September 12: 6:00 - 8:00pm
House League
U of T Main Pool : North End
Thursday September 16: 9:00 - 10:00pm
U of T: Benson Pool
Beginners & Recreational Playyers
Friday September 17: 9:00 - 10:00pm
U of T Main Pool: South End
Advanced & Competitive Players
For Directions to our practices, click
here.
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 11: 7:00-11:00pm
2010/2011 AGM – “Kings & Queens”
Murano Condo Party Room
37 Grosvenor (Bay & Grosvenor)
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