Barcelona International Water Polo Academy

BIWPA

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We offer water polo players and teams from all over the globe a chance to train and play in one of the water polo capitals of the world: Barcelona, Spain.

Facts & Figures 2022

2,300+ athletes

Have taken part in our programs

35 countries

Players and teams from all over

26 programs

Spain, United States, Puerto Rico

Who we are

BIWPA is an international water polo academy based in Barcelona, Spain, that combines high performance water polo and academic studies for student-athletes from different parts of the world.

Additionally, BIWPA offers water polo camps, team training trips, tournaments, and formation courses for coaches.

2020-21 Recap

Academy

The best combination between high performance water polo and academic studies in Barcelona. We target athletes aged 14 to 18 years old who are looking to combine their high school studies with training and competition opportunities abroad. We also offer gap year, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs for older athletes.

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Team Training Trips

We offer teams around the world a chance to train in Barcelona's top facilities, compete against local club teams and enjoy the city's culture and gastronomy. Groups of all types and levels are welcome: national, college, high school and clubs.

Live the experience

Water Polo Camps

Water polo camps for young players aged 11 to 16 years old in Barcelona, United States and other locations. An opportunity for campers to improve the fundamental aspects of water polo, meet players from around the world and have a blast. Available in winter, Easter and summer.

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Coaches Institute

The Coaches Institute is an academy where we provide training, education and tools to coaches from around the world. Learn alongside our coaching staff during one of our programs or explore the online courses available.

Learn from the best

Our Tournaments

HaBaWaBa Spain - Lloret & Tarragona
January 2 - 4 and March 23 - 26, 2024

Masters Cup - Lloret de Mar
May 31 - June 2, 2024

Beach Water Polo - Palamós
August 30 - Sep 1, 2024

Next Generation Cup - Sabadell
September 20 - 22, 2024

Technical Corner

A free video training platform for water polo coaches and athletes to learn the fundamental drills and individual skills. A tool with training techniques featuring professional and semi-professional athletes along with feedback from our Academy coaches.

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