LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET
WATER POLO CLUB
Founded 2016

 About Us
History:
We may be young... but we are making an impact.
Established in September 2016...

Club Mission Statement:

Water Polo:
Barnet Water Polo Club is affiliated to Swim England (Amateur Swimming Association).
To provide a structured, sustainable, water polo opportunity for every member to reach their full potential. 
A progressive program to develop youth through primary and secondary school ages to senior and masters age groups are envisaged with competition in LYG, London League and clear pathways toNational Age Groups, National League and International Representation.

Swimming:
The Barnet Water Polo Club runs Barnet Swim School, offering Friday, Saturday and Sunday  swimming lessons.
Please note, Barnet Swim School teaches children from 4.5 years to adult swimmers.
We offer small classes to provide greater individual attention and continued development for your child. The lessons are for all abilities, from non-swimmers to those who need to develop confidence and competence in the water.
The Barnet Water Polo Club Swim School is committed to providing the best teaching for your child. The lessons follow the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme. This offers a structure for progression within a fun environment.
Once swimmers have completed stage 7 they are offered the opportunity to enrol in to our Academy squad, which can then lead onto our Water Polo Squad programme and progress to London Youth Game , Academies , National Age Group . Those with the potential and enthusiasm are encouraged to consider entering our competitive squads which can involve training and entering Leagues and tournaments.

Aram Eidipour

Swimming and Water Polo Coach


 A Life in the Water and Beyond Borders


Few names resonate as strongly in Iranian aquatic sports as Aram Eidipour, a man whose passion for swimming and water polo has not only shaped his own life but inspired countless others across two continents.


Born in 1972 in Mahshahr to a proud Bakhtiari family with deep roots in Iran’s oil heartland, Aram was the youngest among five brothers and two sisters. His earliest memories are of splashing in the local pool with his brothers — Mehrab, Mehrzad, — all national swimmers themselves, and the late Mehrdad who was encouraged and teaches all 3 brothers and was older . It was inevitable that the water would become his second home.


At just four years old, Aram tasted victory for the first time, winning his first local championship medal — a small moment that lit a fire that would never fade. By 17, he broke Iran’s 100-meter butterfly national record, ending a seven-year drought in the event and keeping his name at the top until 1993.


But Aram’s story didn’t stop at the swimming lanes. Drawn to the thrill of teamwork and tactics, he dove headfirst into water polo — becoming one of Iran’s youngest national players. His debut came at the 1990 Asian Games in Beijing, and over the next decade he proudly wore the national colors in over 100 international matches, including the 1992 Asian Championships in Japan, the 1994 Asian Games in Hiroshima, and the 1998 World Championships in Perth, Australia.


One of his proudest moments came at the 1995 Asian Championships, where Iran claimed bronze — defeating powerhouse South Korea for the first time since 1974. When the national team captain was injured at the 1998 Asian Games in Thailand, Aram’s leadership shone through as he stepped up as captain, steering the team through tough matches with unwavering resolve.


Driven by a desire to grow both personally and professionally, Aram moved to London in 2001, continuing his studies at the National Academy of Sports Medicine while balancing family life and sport. There, he added new chapters to his story. In 2002, he played for London Hammersmith Penguin Water Polo Club win the British Water Polo Championship (BWPL)— lifting the Premier League trophy for the first time in the club’s history and earning a place in the European League in Malta.


But medals and records have never defined Aram alone. His true legacy is in giving back. Over the last two decades, he has earned multiple coaching qualifications from Swim England and the STA, mentoring young athletes in swimming and water polo at all levels — from local schools to regional squads and even assisting with the Iranian men’s national team at the 2014 Asian Games.


In 2016, he founded Barnet Water Polo Club and then North London Water Polo at 2020, determined to build a home for the sport in his community. Under his guidance, the club has grown rapidly, producing competitive U14, U17,U19 and Senior teams and contributing to Barnet Copthall Swimming Club.


Aram also serves as Head Coach for London Orca, an LGBTQ+ aquatics club, championing inclusion in sport. His influence extends to regional and national levels — in 2019, his London U16 team won gold at the Inter-Regional Championships, a testament to his dedication to nurturing young talent.


Yet despite his busy life, Aram never loses sight of what matters most — family and community. He remains a bridge between Iran and the UK, proudly raising his own children to embrace both their British and Iranian heritage. For him, the medals may tarnish, but the friendships, lessons, and joy of the water endure forever.


When asked about his journey, Aram simply says: “History never forgets the truth — and the truth is, sport can change lives. I hope the young athletes of Iran and Britain keep dreaming, keep training, and keep making history of their own.”


Today, from the pools of Mahshahr to the clubs of London, Aram Eidipour’s story is proof that a lifetime in the water can ripple out to change countless other lives — and that sometimes, the strongest bridges are built stroke by stroke, goal by goal, dream by dream.

Meet The Team

Rosalia Eidipour

Rosalia Eidipour

President

Welfare officer


CHILD WELFARE

The role of our swimming club welfare officer is essential as they provide the first point of contact for children, parents, and adults within the club who have a safeguarding or welfare concern.


Any immediate concerns for a member’s safety or welfare should be flagged to a member of Barnet Water Polo Club Executive or any of the coaches present so that it can be dealt with immediately.


Should you have a concern or worry about any member of the club whether it concerns child/adult welfare, poor practice, potential or alleged abuse then you MUST contact the clubs welfare officer and report your concern.


Confidentiality is maintained and information is only shared on a ‘need to know’ basis.


The welfare officer for the Barnet Water Polo Club is Rosalia Eidipour


She can be contacted via email: barnetwaterpolo@gmail.com


Swim England provides detailed information relating to Welfare.


Swim England can be contacted in the following ways:


Website address: www.swimming.org


Phone Number: 01509 618746 or 01509 618700


Address: Swim England, Institute of Swimming, Sportpark, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 3QF

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Wavepower

2020-2023

Swim England Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures 


Wavepower 2020-2023
Milad Yarahmadi

Milad

Junior Coach

From an early age Milad was participating in swimming and water polo competitions represented his team Abadan(NIOC), from aged 14 -18  Milad was Capitan of his home town (Abadan) and also he was invited to play for Iran youth U19 national team, Milad worked as assistant coach in his home club, Since Milad moved to London he was member of Otter and Barnet Water Polo team . In 2017 youth U15 London Region development tournament Milad was assistant coach, Currently, Milad is part of the development plan for Junior team at Barnet Water Polo Club.

 Join Us!

Ready to join?

To join our Club you'll need to complete the following steps: 

1) Print off and complete the Application for Membership form.
This asks for your contact details and next of kin. It also requires confirmation that you have read the Club Rules and agree to abide by them.
Annual registration fee is £10 sibling £5 to be paid in January each year.
joining fee £40 one off

2) Print off and fill in one of the following Swim England (ASA) registration forms:( ASA renewal in January each year)

ASA Category 2 & Multi Club membership - print and complete this form if you are intending to compete for the Club as a water polo player. 

Also use this form if you are already registered with the ASA for another club but wish to compete for Barnet as an additional club. You can check whether you already have Swim England (ASA) registration here. https://www.swimmingresults.org/membershipcheck/

Swim England (ASA) Category 1 & 3 membership - print and complete this form (ticking 'Category 1') if you do not intend to compete for Barnet Water polo Club. If you're not sure whether you will want to compete, use this form and we can upgrade your Swim England (ASA) category at a later date.

3) Payment to be submitted by term.

4) No refund or compensation is available for non attendance, for special circumstances please contact the club ,
for injury outside the club if payment has been submitted please obtain a medical certificate or a GP letter.
(Theory session will be advised to be attended)

5) Pool cancelation : The session will be rescheduled to a near available date.

6) Joining fee: If you leave and re-join you will be asked to pay the fee again.

7) Once submitted the term fee for an individual session is not possible to change it with different session day.

New Member:
New members will be required to pay the Joining fee and  Asa membership fee and club annual membership fee  as a lump sum. 

Resigning from the club:
If you are leaving the club please contact the club by email.

Re-Joining the club:
former members that have left for more than one term wishing to re -join the club will pay the joining fee and annual membership fee and ASA if not renewed. 

Temporary suspension:
You may apply to temporary suspension of your term subs by writing to the club. Example due to pregnancy ,relocation, personal circumstances.

Late Payment policy:
Failure to pay will result in:
After 7 days
A polite reminder, via email or text , will be sent by the Accounts Team.
After 14 days
Swimmer’s ability to train will be withdrawn.
After 30 days
An urgent request for payment will be issued in writing, asking for payment by return.
Membership may be suspended until that payment is made or a request for flexible
payment terms received. Failure to pay may result in termination of membership of
the Club with the vacant position being offered to another child.
After 60 days
No request for flexible payment terms will be considered after 60 days and
membership will be deemed to have terminated.
Termination of membership will be formally agreed by the Club’s Executive and the
member notified in writing to the address on record. No appeal against termination in
these circumstances will be available.

An administration charge of £10 may be imposed for any late, missed or partial
payments where no satisfactory explanation is given. Persistent offender’s
membership may be terminated at the discretion of the Executive.

Account details:

Sort Code:
20-29-47

Account Number:
90143049

Bank Name:
Barclays Bank plc

Payee Name:
BARNET WATER POLO CLUB 

Reference:
Your name

 
6) If you will be (or are likely to be) playing in the British Water Polo League you also need to complete an ASA Medical Declaration, even if you are not taking any medication. This needs to be sent directly to the ASA at the address given on the form itself. We recommend you keep a copy for your own records.


What happens next?

Please scan the two completed forms (Application for Membership and ASA Registration) and send them to Club Secretary.

Once we have received your payment we will process your ASA registration and send an email confirming that your membership is complete.

You may train with the Club while your registration is being processed, but you may not compete for Barnet Water polo Club until you receive confirmation from the Membership Secretary.


We look forward to you joining us soon!

For more information please contact the club:
barnetwaterpolo@gmail.com



POLICIES AND DOCUMENTS 
FOR INSURANCE PURPOSES:

If your child is under 10 yrs, please ensure a parent or responsible adult is present for the duration of their session. Children should not be dropped off at the pool then collected later unless they are over 10 years old.

For older children, parents should ensure they arrive 10 mins before the end of a session to collect their children. The club is not responsible for children in the changing rooms and after they have left poolside. please collect your children promptly.
Download Club Registration Form Parents Code Of Conduct Members Code Of Conduct Expulsion policy Swim England Registration (ASA)- CAT 1 and 3 Swim England Registration(ASA) - CAT 2 and multi club
                                                                               Find Us
Junior Session:
Saturday 4:00- 5:00pm



Barnet Copthall Leisure Centre
champions way, Hendon ,NW4 1PX
Junior Sessions :
Tuesday 8:30-9:30pm
Wednesday 8:45-9:45 pm
Friday 8:30-9:30pm 
 
Mill Hill Sport centre, Walker House,The Ridgeway, London,NW71QS
Junior Session:
Friday 8:30-9:30pm


Finchley Lido Leisure Centre
great north leisure park, Chaplin Square, London N12 0GL
Senior Sessions :
Saturday 5:00-6:00pm
 
 
Britannia Leisure Centre
Pitfield St, London N1 5FT 
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If you have any questions, please contact us by filling out the form below and we will get in touch with you shortly. Alternatively, you can email us at:
admin@barnetwaterpolo.com

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