Pathway to Development

If you're wondering how your rowing is likely to progress, please take a look at our development model below which is meant to explain an athlete's advancement through a pathway supporting a healthy sport experience based on their physical, mental and emotional level and potential for growth. The path differs based on age - with youth rowers moving directly onto team programs where learning to row is incorporated into the coaching, while adult rowers attend a dedicated Learn to Row program before joining one of our adult programs. Anyone who wants to try our free Adaptive (handicapped athletes) program, and/or a parent or caregiver, should contact the adaptive coach directly.

STAGE ONE

LEARN-TO-ROW
A foundational program with a focus on the fundamentals and learning the basic principles of technique. 
Program: Youth Learn to Rows are incorporated into our team practices. New youth rowers attend practices with the rest of the youth team, but for the first few days (more if needed) are given extra attention by a second “learn-to-row” coach to help them grasp the basic skills they need to fully participate with the rest of the team. By immersing them with the team they have a good idea if rowing is for them and can simply choose to continue on to Stage Two by joining the Team full-time. Adult Learn to Rows are scheduled based on demand and include weekday or weekend sessions. Private lessons for both youth and adults are also offered.
Pre-requisite: None.

STAGE TWO

CONTINUE LEARNING TECHNIQUE AND BEGIN LEARNING TO TRAIN
For athletes who want to join a team, we offer organized training options focused on fun. This stage focuses on developing technical skills needed for safety and competency, and then furthering development through challenges with an emphasis on enjoyment of the sport, the healthy benefits for participation and socialization over competition. 
Programs offered: Youth Team , Adult Recreational, and Adaptive. 
Pre-requisite: Learn-to-Row or equivalent experience. Ages 12+
Practice: Typically three to six times per week. 
Racing: Limited.

STAGE THREE

LEARN AND TRAIN-TO-COMPETE
As rowers progress, we offer more focused training. Athletes continue to refine skills, increase strength and conditioning, apply skills and strategies from practice to competition and focus on the process of learning and developing from competitive experiences. Athletes compete for the fun, healthy and social aspects of the sport. 
Programs offered: Youth Team , Adult Competitive, and Adaptive.
Pre-requisite: A stage two program and/or coach's consent. Ages 12+
Practice: Typically six times per week. 
Racing: Regular scrimmages and two races per season.