Little history about Underwater Hockey (sometimes called Octopus) was invented in the 1950s by the British Navy in order to keep their divers in shape and to improve their efficiency under water. It then became popularized in Australia before expanding across the world. The sport intertwines disciplines from both ice hockey and swimming in creating a competitive and fairly physical battle.

Rules of Underwater Hockey
Teams consist of 10 players with 6 players in the pool at all times. The remaining 4 act as rolling substitutes.
Games take place for two 15-minute halves with a 5-minute rest period in between halves.
Players generally cover zones rather than having positions, but formations do come into play.
Teams can also be split into attack and defense. Variations of midfield players have also been noted before.
Players can only score using the stick in their hands and cannot use any body parts to assist moving the puck. Players are prohibited from making contact with players unless they are in possession of the puck.

2023 Pacific Coast Underwater Hockey Championships

We are a co-ed group who love to play Underwater Hockey.  We have players of all levels from beginners to members of the US World team. We encourage new players to come out and try this exciting sport. You do not need any special skills to play, and we were all beginners at some point in the journey. The club has all the gear you will need. Simply wear a swimsuit and bring a towel and your adventurous spirit!

Our mascot, the Kraken, is the leviathan of the deep…feared by sailors and sea creatures alike. Beware! (We actually took our name from Kraken Rum but that is a tale for another time).

The club plays several times a week at the pools listed below. View our practice calendar on MeetUp

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