Manchester Sharks Water Polo

Established in July 2007, the Manchester Sharks are the North of England's first Gay and Lesbian Polo club. The team has been around for some years now as a valued aspect to Northern Wave Swim Club. It was decided that the team would be better suited running separate to Northern Wave; creating the birth of one of Manchester's youngest gay sports clubs.

Throughout the years the team has grown from a few men. The team has now grown from several quads, creating a world wide reputation; hosting international tournaments. We are also fully committed to building a women's team.

Manchester Sharks compete in a local league, attend and win in national and international tournaments and participate in some of the world's largest sporting events.

Everyone of our members is encouraged to reach their goals, whether this is fitness, fun or polo orientated. We try to improve your capability and win through excellent training within a gay environment.

The Manchester Sharks are a friendly bunch, and we endeavour to make all new players welcome. If you are interested you can meet us first at Taurus Bar, Canal Street or contact us:

Email: Info@ManchesterSharks.co.uk

Our main training takes place every Thurday at Mile Platting Leisure Centre, Varley Street. M40 8EE

We ask that you turn up at 18.45 for a 19.00 start.

Please note that we train in a deep water pool (no shallow end), therefore you should be a reasonable swimmer. Any form of swimwear is suitable, however this is polo, so you might want to consider tighter fitting swimwear.

The Manchester Sharks are committed to building a women's team.

The women's team is currently developing, we very much welcome all new players - even if you have never played the sport before. Even if you have no idea of the rules we will teach you it all from scratch with our great coach Lorraine.

We have specific women-only events at the Manchester Aquatics centre. Of course, women are always welcome to come to our main training sessions on a Thursday night.