Marko Polo Water Polo 

Bečej, Serbia Summer Base Camp

 

Location: Bečej, Serbia

Dates: Flexible arrival between June 5 – July 30, 2026

Duration: 5-day base camp (with optional daily extensions)

Program Overview

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Experience world-class training in the heart of Serbia’s water polo tradition. Our base camp in Bečej combines elite-level coaching, comfortable accommodations, and authentic cultural immersion to give athletes the ultimate environment for growth and performance.

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• Base Camp Package: 5 days – $525 per athlete

• Extend Your Stay: $85 per additional day

 

Optional Excursions

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Enhance your experience with cultural day trips to Serbia’s most famous cities:

• Belgrade (Capital City) – $150: Visit the magnificent St. Sava Church, explore the Nikola Tesla Museum, and walk through the historic Kalemegdan Fortress overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers.

• Novi Sad (Cultural Hub) – $100: Discover the Petrovaradin Fortress, stroll through the charming downtown area, and visit the historic Novi Sad Synagogue.

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Sample Daily Schedule

Time                                             Activity

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8:00 AM                                 Breakfast

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM          Water Polo Training

12:30 PM                                Lunch & Rest

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM            Training / Conditioning / Video Review

6:30 PM                                 Dinner

Evening                  Recovery, team activities, or cultural outings

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Pricing & Inclusions

Base Price (5 days): $525
• Hotel accommodation at Club 4 Rooms (shared rooms)
• Three daily meals
• Two daily training sessions with professional coaching staff
• Local transportation (pool transfers and airport shuttle)

Additional Days: +$85 per day (If you’d like to extend to a 6-day camp, the cost will be:
$525 (base 5 days) + $85 (1 extra day) = $610 total)

 

Athlete Gear Add-Ons

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• Official Camp Swimsuit Boys – $45  Girls- $85​​

• Official Camp T-Shirt – $25
• Bundle (Swimsuit + T-Shirt) – Boys -$65  Girls- $100

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Optional Excursions

Enhance your experience with day trips to two of Serbia’s most famous cities:

• Belgrade (Capital City): $150
• Novi Sad (Cultural Hub): $100

(Excursions include transportation, guided tour, and cultural activities.)

Travel Information

• Arrival/Departure Airport: Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG)
• Ground transportation to Bečej provided by camp staff
• Parents are welcome to accompany athletes (separate pricing available)

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What’s Included

✔️ Hotel stay in Bečej
✔️ Three meals daily
✔️ Professional water polo coaching & training sessions
✔️ Airport transfers and local ground transportation

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 Not Included!

❌ International airfare
❌ Personal spending money
❌ Travel insurance (recommended)

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College Coaching Exposure

Athletes will also receive guidance and mentorship from college-level coaching staff, providing insight into:

• Training standards and expectations of NCAA programs

• The college recruitment process for U.S. universities

• Skills and habits needed to succeed at the next level

This unique exposure helps players prepare for opportunities beyond high school while connecting them to potential pathways for college water polo.

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Registration

Spaces are limited and will be confirmed on a first-come basis.

🌐 Register online: markopolowaterpolo.com/camp
📧 Email: markopolowaterpolo@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +1 (941) 529-7709