June 29th - July 5th 2026, MALTA

Train with Olympic and World champions!

Reserve Your Spot

WATER POLO

SUMMER

CAMP

June 29th - July 5th 2026, MALTA

Train with Olympic and World champions!

Reserve Your Spot

TRAIN WITH CHAMPIONS

MILOŠ ĆUK

Two times Olympic gold medalist and multiple European and World champion with the Serbian national team. A key member of Serbia’s golden generation, he remains an active professional player competing at the highest level of European club water polo and the Champions League.

BORIS VAPENSKI

European and World Championship medalist with the Serbian national team. An experienced international player, he has competed for top European clubs and in the Champions League, known for his strong offensive play and tactical awareness.

MARKO ORLOVIĆ

Experienced international water polo coach and former professional player. During his coaching career he won multiple league and cup titles and helped develop players such as Miloš Ćuk and Boris Vapenski during their early years in VK Vojvodina and Serbian youth national teams.

TRAINING CAMP 2026

TRAINING POOL

Training sessions take place at the Birżebbuġa ASC Water Polo Pitch, an outdoor pool located directly on the waterfront of Pretty Bay in Malta. Home to one of Malta’s historic water polo clubs, the facility regularly hosts club training sessions and competitive matches. The open-air setting offers athletes a true Mediterranean water polo environment, where they can train in conditions similar to those used in many international competitions.

ACCOMMODATION

Participants of the Way of Waterpolo Summer Camp will stay at the CA Sand Dune Hotel in Birżebbuġa, a modern beachfront hotel located just steps from the sea. Young athletes will be accommodated in comfortable triple rooms, all equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. The camp includes full-board accommodation, with three daily buffet meals providing balanced nutrition and a safe, comfortable environment for rest, recovery, and team activities.

LOCATION

The Way of Waterpolo Summer Camp takes place in Birżebbuġa, a seaside town in southern Malta located about 13 km from the capital city Valletta. Known for its sandy beach Pretty Bay, the town is a popular destination for both locals and visitors. With its Mediterranean atmosphere, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage, Birżebbuġa offers an inspiring setting where young athletes can train, develop their skills, and experience the spirit of water polo.

Camp Package Includes

  • Accommodation with full-board meal plan (three buffet meals per day)

  • Airport transfers on official arrival and departure dates

  • Professional dryland conditioning sessions

  • Water polo training sessions in the pool led by experienced coaches

  • Organized excursions to Malta’s most iconic locations: Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian’s and St. Peter’s Pool

  • Live experience of Maltese water polo culture with attendance at local summer league matches

  • Each athlete receives a welcome camp pack (T-shirt, water polo cap, and swimwear)

  • plane tickets to and from Malta are NOT INCLUDED

Available Add-Ons

  • English language learning program

  • Boat excursion around the Maltese islands

  • Additional excursions and activities outside the standard camp program

  • Airport transfers outside the official camp arrival and departure dates

CAMP SCHEDULE

June 29 – Monday

  • Arrival and hotel check-in (depending on flight arrival time)

  • Welcome meeting with all camp participants at the hotel

  • First group training session in the pool (2 hours)

June 30 – Tuesday

  • Breakfast and morning pool training (2 hours)

  • Free time and tour of the local area

  • Dryland training followed by pool training (2 hours)

July 1 – Wednesday

  • Breakfast, dryland training, then pool training (2 hours)

  • Visit to popular tourist areas of Malta: Sliema and St. Julian’s

  • Evening training / scrimmage with a local team

  • Attendance at a local summer league match

July 2 – Thursday

  • Breakfast and morning pool training (2 hours)

  • Trip to one of Malta’s famous swimming spots:
    St. Peter’s Pool

  • Dryland training followed by evening pool training

July 3 – Friday

  • Free morning (no training)

  • Visit to Valletta, the capital city, with free time to explore

  • Dryland training followed by a training match

July 4 – Saturday

  • Dryland training followed by pool training (2 hours)

  • Free time and relaxation at the beach

  • Evening visit to a summer league water polo match and a short trip to Paceville

July 5 – Sunday

  • Open day depending on flight schedules

  • Optional light training session (up to 1 hour)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This camp is designed for ambitious young water polo players both boys and girls (14 years old and older) who want to improve their skills, understanding of the game, and overall performance in a professional environment.

    • Train with Olympic & World Champions

    • High-level, structured training program

    • International environment

    • Personalized development approach

    • Unique training location by the sea

    • Each athlete receives a welcome camp pack (T-shirt, water polo cap, and swimwear)

  • The official language of the camp is English. However, our coaches also speaks Italian and Serbian, ensuring clear communication for all participants.

  • Yes — parents are welcome to stay in Malta. We can assist with hotel reservations, either in the same hotel or nearby.

    Athletes stay at CA Sand Dune Hotel in Birżebbuġa, in triple rooms, combining comfort with a team-oriented atmosphere.

    Malta is known as a safe and welcoming destination for young athletes and international visitors.

  • Participants receive 3 daily buffet meals designed for athletic performance, recovery, and energy.

  • For detailed pricing and availability, please contact us directly. We will provide all necessary information and assist you with the registration process.

  • The program focuses on elite-level water polo development, including:

    • Individual work in water and dryland training

    • Position-specific techniques

    • Emphasis on correct execution of movements

    • Game situations and decision-making

  • Selected excursions listed in the program are included in the camp price.

    Additional activities (such as boat tours) can be organized upon request and are not included in the base price.

  • Malta International Airport, located near Valletta, is approximately 10 minutes by car from the hotel.

    The pool is only 2 minutes walking distance from the hotel, through a scenic park and beach area, creating a unique training environment.

  • Yes. Each participant receives personalized recommendations and a development program for continued work after the camp. We also offer the possibility to stay in touch throughout the year to support ongoing improvement.

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