Our Middle School level program is a scaled down and age level appropriate introduction to the sport of Olympic Rowing or Crew as it is more commonly known. This coed program meets 3 days per week, Monday/ Wednesday/ Friday and is focused on instructional skill development basics of the rowing stroke and the safe handling of the different types of equipment in a fun supportive atmosphere. The program is for students in the 6 th /7 th /8 th grade. The group will start with three weeks of Indoor instruction on the rowing machines building a fitness and technical base. As we unpack from Winter storage and get all the boats ready for the water season, there will be a break in mid-April. Starting in late April through the entire month of May rowers will be grouped in larger team boats that are more stable and learn to work together to make the boat, or shell as it is called, move smoothly and efficiently through the water. Depending on skill progression and readiness there may be some limited racing opportunities when it is warmer in late May. We are looking for a few parent volunteers to assist as available with carrying the boats safely to and from the dock and support the Coach with video footage for rower feedback. Continuing opportunities will be available throughout the Summer in 2 week Rowing Camps. Schedule and details posted by late April 2025.