Camps & Clinics
LEARN FROM TWO OF THE BEST COACHES IN THE COUNTRY!
MERRILL MOSES
Merrill was named the Pepperdine University Men's Water Polo Head Coach in 2024 after serving as the Associate Head Coach for seven years. He is a 3x U.S. Olympian, Olympic Silver Medalist, USA Water Polo Hall of Fame Inductee he is considered by many as the best goalie the U.S. has ever had.
During his collegiate career, Merrill was named an All-American and was part of Pepperdine's 2017 NCAA National Championship team where he helped the Waves win their first ever national championship in a 8-7 overtime victory over USC.
DUSTIN LITVAK
Dustin is the Princeton University Men's Water Polo Head Coach. He has led the men's team for 6 seasons and has made 4 appearances at the NCAA National Championships during his tenure. Prior to Princeton Dustin spent five years working with the UCLA men's and women's teams as an assistant coach. While there the men's team won the NCAA National Championship and the women's team won the MPSF Championship and finished 2nd in the NCAA National Championships.
when
June 7 - 8
There will be two sessions, one for Middle School players and separate one for High School players.
High School Players
Saturday, June 7: noon - 2:15pm
College Coach Talk: 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Sunday, June 8: 7:45am - 10am
Middle School Players
Saturday, June 7: 3:15 - 5:30
Sunday, June 8: 10am - 12:15pm
Cost
Registration fee for the 2-day camp is $395
Where
Chelsea Piers Stamford
1 Blachley Rd
Stamford, CT
USA Water Polo Membership
All players must be current members of USA Water Polo.
If you have not had a USA Water Polo membership in the past, you can register for a 2 week free trial membership on the USA Water Polo website. Please make sure that the membership is in effect for the dates of the clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should my child wear?
Girls should wear a water polo suit (or a one piece swim suit if you don't have one yet). Boys should wear a speedo (preferred) or jammers. Players with long hair should have their hair up in a hair tie and a swim cap.
What should my child bring?
Please bring goggles, a filled water bottle and towel.
What is the minimum skill required?
Open to any and all. Recommend one year of water polo experience.
How do we get to the pool?
Please enter the Chelsea Piers facility through the main entrance and enter the pool from the Aquatics desk. To get there, go past the CP Membership office, turn right and go down to the end of the hall past the gymnastics area. Turn right and at the end of the hall turn left into the Aquatics entrance.
Can I watch the camp?
Parents are able to watch the camp from the viewing deck on the Mezzanine level.
2025 Spring Clinic
Ready to take your water polo skills to the next level?
We are excited to welcome back Princeton Head Coach Dustin Litvak and 3x U.S. Olympian and Pepperdine Head Coach Merrill Moses to this year's CT Premier Spring Clinic on June 7 & 8. Join us for an action-packed clinic designed for middle and high school players with one year or more of playing experience looking to improve their game! Whether you're refining your fundamentals or looking to develop advanced techniques, this clinic will help you sharpen your fundamentals and develop advanced techniques that will set you apart in the pool.
This clinic provides a unique opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and compete with fellow players in a supportive and fun environment. Get ready to grow your skills, boost your confidence, and leave the pool feeling like a champion.
Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your water polo game. Sign up now and make a splash heading into summer season! Space is limited!
One year or more playing experience recommended.