European Aquatics Water Polo Referees and Delegates Education ClinicCompetition season 2024-2025Zagreb (CRO), 6th – 8th September 2024 This Education Clinic is particularly important in respect to the new structure of European Aquatics Water Polo and in respect of the new composition of EA TWPC, Delegates and Referees Commission (EA DRC) as well as for “Pool of WP Delegates registered candidates” from which Delegates will be selected to be on duty at games on the EA WP Calendar. At the same time, the Clinic will present the latest instructions and applications of the Water Polo Rules which need to be applied during the competition season 2024/2025. All representatives of the EA TWPC, EA DRC and EA WP Department strongly believe that it is essential to address these queries in a clear and precise way and share the conclusions to the Referees and Delegates which will officiate at the games on upcoming competition season. For this reason, European Aquatics Water Polo Technical Officials educational clinic 2024 for Delegates and Referees is organized to discuss and clarify all new situations and guarantee a start of the competition season with the most uniform application of the rules. All the Delegates (EA TWPC, EA DRC and Pool of WP Delegates registered candidates) as well as the Referees, at the EA Referees list 2024, are invited. The Clinic conclude with an online WP Rules test for all participants (in presence and online). The WP Rules test is prepared in collaboration with WWR and link to access the WP Rules test (with username and password) will be sent to all Referees at the EA Referees list 2024 and Delegates (EA TWPC, EA DRC and Pool of WP Delegates registered candidates) who will officiate in the competition season 2024/2025. Completed Registration process including payment of Registration fee, attendance at the Clinic (in presence or online) and successful passing of the WP Rules Test is an obligation for appointment to the games. The platform for the WP Rules test will be open for the period 8th – 15th September and each Referee/Delegate may repeat the test in case of failure. We hope that this Clinic will be useful for all the participants and stay at your disposal for anypossible questions. Kind regards,European Aquatics

Open Water Swimming Clinic | Officials JudgesFriday 10 until Sunday 12 January 2025 Officials on the World Aquatics Judges list who want to officiate at any European Aquatics Championships 2025 (Senior and Junior) it is mandatory to follow the Open Water Clinic (online). For Officials who are NOT on the list but want to become certified by European Aquatics. It is mandatory to follow the Open Water Clinic (online) and pass online test afterwards.

FOR EA ACADEMY TEST: The test will be open from the 21st of february till the 28th of February 2025 The test can be taken only 1 time per participant The test should be finished in 1 session Participants can use the ARTISTIC SWIMMING MANUAL FOR JUDGES, TECHNICAL CONTROLLERS, REFEREE AND COACHES in force as from 15th January 2025 and WORLD AQUATICS COMPETITION REGULATIONS in force as from 1st January 2025. There will be a total of 25 questions: 20 TRUE/FALSE questions + 3 MULTIPLE CHOICE (with only 1 correct answer) and 2 VIDEOS of figures:1st figure is LONDON and 2nd figure is FLYING FISH if you are a National judge ( who was not on the 2024 WA judge's list ) who wants to enter the EA Academy pathway for judges, you need to obtain 80% of correct answers in order to pass the test ( = max. 5 mistakes ). Upon fulfilling the required criteria * you will then be able to judge as a SHADOW JUDGE in European Junior Championships and/or in European Youth Championships and get an EA evaluation. if you are not on the current bronze/silver,/gold level of WA but were a WA judge who was on the 2024 list with category A or G and didn't pass the WA online exam, you need to obtain 92% of correct answers in the EA online test order to pass it ( = max. 2 mistakes ). You will then be able to judge in European Standalone Championships 2025 and/or European Junior Championships 2025 and get an EA evaluation. if you are a WA judge on the bronze/silver/gold level but have not succeeded the 2024 WA online exam, you need to obtain 92% of correct answers in the EA online test order to pass it (=max. 2 mistakes ). You will then be able to judge in European Standalone Championships 2025 and/or European Junior Championships 2025 and get an evaluation. * The required criteria for judging in EA competitions and the EA Academy pathway will be sent to the European Federations

Spyros Gianniotis (GRE)

Concept ProgramEuropean Aquatics Water Polo Referees Advanced Certification Clinic for the competition season 2024-2025 1. Opening and Welcome – Mr. Antonio Silva, EA President2. Impeding and Simulation – Mr. Dejan Perisic, EA Technical Officials Manager Water Polo3. Refereeing Women’s waterpolo – Ms. Stavroula Kozompoli, EA DRC Member, WA TWPC Secretary4. Center forward and Center defender – Mr. Boris Margeta, WWR Chaiman, WA and EA Referee5. Penalties, aggressive play and violent action – Mr. Andy IM Hoepelman, EA DRC Chairman6. Questions and answers7. Conclusions and closure – Mr. Andy IM Hoepelman, EA DRC Chairman

This webinar marks the first in a planned series aimed at supporting athletes in enhancing their media presence, including effective engagement on social media, interviews, and television appearances. Additionally, we aim to provide insights into transitioning to careers in the media sector post-athletic career. We are pleased to announce a distinguished lineup of speakers for this edition: Nick Davies, European Aquatics Communications Director Andy Jameson, TV commentator Nick Hope, TV reporter Andreas Georgiou, European Aquatics Social Media Manager Leonie Beck, Open Water Athlete Emma Garcia, Artistic Swimming Athlete The provisional agenda is as follows: Opening Social Media Section TV/Interview Section Commentary Section Q&A

With a vision and ambition for the multifaceted development of modern educational demands, by providing high-level organizational services, we present European Aquatics Digital Education Platform (DEP) User Manual. This platform manage the European Aquatics Official Learning Center for Educational programs, lectures, seminars, workshops, and congresses with utmost professionalism and expertise. In this platform, all the education programs will be developed flexibly, accessible, and tailored to the needs of the EA community, achieving all the goals: Enhancing the education and development of officials, coaches, athletes, parents, referees, delegates and EA staff. Ensuring easy access to quality educational material and resources. Create a user-friendly, efficient, and engaging educational portal that caters to the unique needs of each role within the EA. Promoting lifelong learning, personal growth, and professional development. The Digital Education Platform manages and provides in all forms: Live “In-Person” | Classes, Amphitheatre, Congresses Halls Synchronous E-Learning Live Online Asynchronous E-Learning 24/7 Recorded On Demand  

To ensure high standards of the European Aquatics events through the advancing performance of referees’ and judges’ in competitions the Diving Officials System (here and after - DVO System) has been worked thoroughly and updated. To transit from 2024 in 2025: all Diving Officials in the EA DVO List are compulsory to pass Educational Refreshment Clinic/Courses prior to be nominated to European Aquatics Diving competitions officiating requirements for practical expertise – assessment records will be applied together with Educational certification in 2025 DVO's entered as Judges to the Eindhoven Diving Cup 2025 will benefit participating on-site from theirs judging skills evaluations participants registered on-line will pass theoretical certification and their assessments gained 2022-2024 will cover practical part of certification corresponded to the Levels' criteria, mentioned in DVO System. LECTURERS:Anna Sorokina    TDC ChairpersonArne Tellefsen    TDC Vice-ChairmanKlaus Dibiasi    TDC Secretary GeneralGeorgia Fyrigou Consolo    TDC Officials sub-committee Head On-line test for the Officials will take place online after the Clinic*** Program and speakers are tentative and could be amended in case of necessity

All World Aquatics certified swimming officials wishing to participate in European Aquatics events during 2025 must attend this important clinic, either in-person or via the online facility, details of which will be announced in due course. Officials who do not participate in this clinic may not be eligible to be appointed to one of the EA swimming championships in 2025.

Dear Friends, Hereby, we have the pleasure to inform you that the European Aquatics will organize European Aquatics Water Polo Referees School 2025. The School will be organized by European Aquatics Academy, as part of the Water Polo Technical Officials certification program in 2025. This edition of the school will be organized in two parts. The first part will be online, with the presence of the highest-level representatives of European Aquatics, European Aquatics Education Academy and European Aquatics Water Polo experts as lecturers on 10th of May 2025. The second part will be organized onsite, in Istanbul (Türkiye), from the 22nd – 25th of May 2025 in cooperation with the Turkish Water Polo Federation. This School is open to new candidates, who want to become International Referees   and Federations may present all those having at least one year of experience as referee, at the highest National level and who have the intention to be nominated to the European Aquatics Referees List and officiate at international competitions in the future. The entire school/program will consist of a theoretical and a practical part. The first part will be dedicated to theoretical preparations and the second part consists of a theoretical and a practical education as the final evaluation.  The course consists of a part dedicated to the correct interpretation and application of the Water Polo rules & Regulations, ethics, behavior, and history. Moreover, a Water Polo Rules test as well a practical examination will be done. All candidates, who successfully pass the school will receive the European Aquatics Basic certification level which gives the opportunity to achieve an Intermediate certification level during the season 2025/2026 and to be appointed at the European Aquatics Water Polo competitions as Referees during that season.

We are glad to invite you to the WP CLINIC REFEREES & DELEGATES 2023 that will take place on September 2, 2023 in Barcelona (ESP). The Clinic is especially important with respect to the new World Aquatics Water Polo rules applied from 2023 and in anticipation to the start of the new season of European Club Competitions 2023-2024. National team competitions are already played under the new rules that led to several queries about their application in different situations.From the Technical Water Polo Committee (TWPC) we believe that it is essential to address these queries in a clear and precise way and share the conclusions to the group of referees and delegates. For this reason, we are organizing this LEN WP CLINIC REFEREES & DELEGATES 2023 to discuss and clarify all new situations and guarantee a start of the season with the most uniform application of the rules. All the delegates as well as the referees (recommended 2 per country) are invited. We hope that this Clinic will be useful for all the participants and stay at your disposal for any possible questions.Kind regards,TWPC

The world of Aquatic sports is a dynamic and demanding environment where precision, fairness, and composure are essential. Officials, delegates, referees, and judges play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity, spirit, and smooth operation of competitions. Their responsibilities go beyond the mere application of rules; they must navigate high-pressure situations, make split-second decisions, and communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and fellow officials. In this context, the role of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and psychology becomes crucial. Understanding Emotional Intelligence (EI) Emotional Intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own emotions, while also being able to perceive, interpret, and respond appropriately to the emotions of others. It is a critical skill for sports officials, as it directly impacts decision-making, conflict resolution, and effective communication. The core components of EI include: Self-awareness: Recognizing one’s emotions and understanding their impact on decisions and behavior. Self-regulation: Managing emotions in stressful situations to maintain objectivity and fairness. Motivation: Maintaining focus, persistence, and a positive attitude, especially during challenging moments. Empathy: Understanding the perspectives and emotions of athletes, coaches, and spectators. Social skills: Communicating effectively, resolving conflicts, and building trust within the sports community. The Psychological Demands on Aquatic Sports Officials Aquatic sports officials are often required to perform under immense pressure, facing: Time-sensitive decisions: Decisions made within seconds can significantly impact the outcome of a competition. High-stakes environments: International competitions bring together diverse cultures and languages, necessitating heightened communication and cultural sensitivity. Conflict management: Disagreements and emotional reactions from athletes, coaches, or spectators require calm and effective responses. Mental fatigue: Long hours of focused attention can lead to cognitive exhaustion, making psychological resilience essential. The Impact of Emotional Intelligence in Aquatic Sports Emotional Intelligence is not just a soft skill; it is a fundamental competency that influences various aspects of officiating, including: Decision-making under pressure: Officials with high EI remain calm, objective, and consistent in their decisions. Communication and teamwork: Effective communication with colleagues, athletes, and coaches fosters mutual respect and cooperation. Conflict resolution: Emotional Intelligence enables officials to de-escalate tense situations and maintain a positive atmosphere. Professional development: Continuous development of EI contributes to personal growth, enhanced performance, and professional credibility. This seminar will provide participants with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to enhance their Emotional Intelligence and Psychological skills. Through interactive sessions, real-life scenarios, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to maintain composure, communicate effectively, and make sound decisions in the fast-paced world of aquatic sports. By investing in these essential skills, officials, delegates, referees, and judges will contribute to the integrity, fairness, and positive atmosphere of every competition they oversee.  

Dear sports friends,In accordance with the European Aquatics Development strategy and in cooperation with the EA Academy, European Aquatics will organize a Water Polo Development Camp, on June 24-30, 2025 in the hotel Aqualife, Kranevo, Bulgaria. The total cost per person (players, coaches, officials) is 900 euros (this price includes accommodation, airport transfer, a gift for each participant, medical care, world-renowned WP educators).

Dear Friends, Hereby, we have the pleasure to inform you that the European Aquatics will organize European Aquatics Diving Officials School 2025.  The School will be organized by European Aquatics Academy, as part of the Diving Technical Officials certification program in 2025.   This edition of the school will be organized in two parts.   The first part will be online, with the presence of the highest-level representatives of European Aquatics, European Aquatics Education Academy and European Aquatics Water Polo experts as lecturers on 26th of April.   The second part will be organized onsite, Bergen (Norway), from the 30th of April – 2nd of May 2025 in cooperation with Bergen Diving Club.   This School is open to new candidates, who want to become International Officials   and Federations may present all those having at least Two year of experience as Judge at the highest National level and who have the intention to be nominated to the European Aquatics Officials List and officiate at international competitions in the future.    The entire school/program will consist of a theoretical and a practical part. The first part will be dedicated to theoretical preparations and the second part consists of a theoretical and a practical education as the final evaluation.