REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW!
*Deadline for any changes to your registration is July 20th, 2025
We’re back! Attendance has grown over the years, but we still are a group of friends playing water polo on a sunny day in the middle of a lake. It’s also a fine weekend get-away to Canada’s water polo paradise. Don’t expect a tournament. Water polo games will happen on both Saturday and Sunday at Ruby Lake on the Sunshine Coast where the water quality has a reputation to be clean, clear, turquoise and warm. The local water polo club, Sockeye Water Polo, does most of the hosting and organizing. Beyond water polo, the weekend is a great escape from the city for all kinds of outdoor, Sunshine Coast fun. It's a family friendly event where adults and kids of all ages have a great time
FAQ
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We’ve simplified things even further this year for you! We have bundled food and registration together to make it easier for registration. Just read on below, register your group, and pay in our store!
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We have simplified our registration process this year to include our Saturday Night Social Dinner, and the Continental Sunday Breakfast.
Adult Player Registration: $100
Adult Non Player Registration: $60
Child Non Player Registration: $40
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There are a variety of accommodations available at Ruby Lake. Resort. They can be contacted at info@rubylakeresort.com.
Camping at the resort is also an option. See our online store to purchase!
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Camping is available to anyone who would like to stay for a cost of $50 per person for the duration of the event. That includes up to 2 days of camping if you’re staying with us the Friday, and Saturday evenings!
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There are two general categories of play: “Advanced” and “Intermediate”. Don’t worry, you will find the right fit for your level of excperience and conditioning
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No, this is a friendly event where teams will be spontaneously organized on each day of the event to create a balanced level of competition
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This year we will be hosted by Ruby Lake resort who will provide catering for the event. We have received great feedback from years past and we will ensure that are plenty of food options for meat lovers, and vegetarians alike!
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Absolutely! Bring your family and enjoy the Sunshine Coast.
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Absolutely! Please use our contact form to reach out and we will be able to find a way for you to help!
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You have until July 20th, 2025 to make any changes to your registration or order. Contact Us Directly
One of the best water polo events on the west coast…
Location
Water polo will take place at Ruby Lake which is on the left side of Highway 101 after an 80 minute drive from Langdale. Ruby Lake is a 50 minute drive past Sechelt. Ruby Lake Resort is on the right side of the Highway, very close to the lake.
Check the ferry schedule, and get a reservation; the latest Saturday ferry to catch is at 10:40am to make the 2pm water polo action on the islets.
Aside from water polo, there's lots of other cool things to check out: Skookumchuck Rapids, hiking, mountain biking, lakes, beaches, and breweries. Ruby Lake is a great place to explore with a stand-up paddleboard. Arrive Friday and start having fun.
Fair Warning: Darren will aggressively try to
sell you a gorgeous and ultra-fast HYPR Hawaii paddleboard. He is relentless, and only somewhat annoying on this topic.
Water Polo
WATER POLO ACTION
1:00pm on Saturday (Aug 23) water polo at the 2 islets; easy
600m swim from dock or boats/boards to get people there
10:30am on Sunday (Aug 24) water polo at Dan Bosch Park
Advanced and intermediate skill level of play are set-up
Games are more like a scrimmage rather than a tournament.
The ‘ref’ is on a surfboard and no complaining or whining is allowed. Out-of-bounds is a relative concept
Accommodations
1. Resort Accommodations: Book a ‘Safari tent’ or ‘rustic cabins’ at Ruby Lake Resort
Two nights is minimum stay. You can’t initially book these online. Contact the resort first, and tell them you are with water polo and they can unblock whatever accommodations you request.
Contact the resort directly: 604-883-1112 or info@rubylakeresort.com
2. BYO Tent: This option is available for purchase on our website. Please complete the registration online! The tenting cost is $50 per person for up to 2 nights of camping (Friday and Saturday nights). There are no discounts for single night camping.
3. Local B&B’s: Lots around, but reserve early.
Food & Drink
The Saturday Social Dinner is an essential part of the Sunshine Coast Summer Classic. This is an opportunity for everyone to break bread, have a drink, and share stories about their glory days in water polo.
This year we will be hosted by the Ruby Lake Resort catering group.
Saturday Dinner Catered by Ruby Lake Resort.
Sunday Continental Breakfast: Hosts will also provide coffee, juice, muffins.
Lunches, you are on your own. Local food outlets have deli sandwiches, pizza, burgers, etc. If you arrive a day early, the Italian restaurant right at the Ruby Lake Resort is quite good.
Registration is Open
FIRST REGISTER USING THE FORM BELOW
THEN PURCHASE YOUR ITEMS IN OUR STORE!
REGISTER HERE FIRST…then pay in our store!
Ready to Play?
Player registration this year also includes the Saturday Dinner and Sunday Breakfast!
Bringing Kids with you?
Children (12 years or younger) registration this year also includes the Saturday Dinner and Sunday Breakfast!
Adults that aren’t playing!
Registration this year also includes the Saturday Dinner and Sunday Breakfast!
Bringing Your Own Tent?
Don’t forget to add tenting to your check out! Tenting is $50 PER PERSON for up to 2 nights tenting (Friday, Saturday)
