OVERVIEW
At PRC we believe that rowing promotes health, personal development and a chance for everyone to fulfill their potential. We are committed to delivering inclusive and engaging programs for youth aged 14-18 years, from beginners to high performance athletes. The junior programs introduce participants to the basics of rowing in a fun and safe environment, and also carry juniors into athlete development pathways to allow for competition at higher levels, if they so wish. Through these programs juniors build valuable relationships and develop leadership & team-building skills that they can carry forward into their everyday lives.
Junior Learn to Row
DESCRIPTION
A three day crash course on the basics of rowing. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the rowing stroke and familiarity with ergometers and rowing equipment.
This group meets on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 6 pm to 8 pm, in a one-week block.
For youth aged 14 to 18*
*there is some flexibility to accommodate athletes who are early or late developers
$150 plus HST. Click the button below to register for this program.
PROGRAM DATES
Meeting times are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 6-8 pm, in a one-week block.
Session 1 starts May 27th
Session 2 starts June 17th
Session 3 starts July 8th
Session 4 starts August 5th
Junior Return to RoW
PROGRAM DATES
Meeting times are on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 6-8 pm, in a two-week block.
Session 1 starts June 3rd
Session 2 starts June 24th
Session 3 starts July 15th
Session 4 starts August 12th
DESCRIPTION
A two-week program, of 6 sessions, focused on developing rowing skills and advancement to the Junior Rowing League. Participants will gain confidence handling equipment and mastering fundamental rowing skills.
For youth aged 14 to 18*
*there is some flexibility to accommodate athletes who are early or late developers
$330 plus HST Reduced by any prior program fees in the same year. Learn to row grads pay $330 - $150 = $180. If paying a reduced fee please pay by e-transfer. Click the button below to register for this program.
Junior Rowing league
DESCRIPTION
Athletes will develop skills during the summer season with their sights set on fun, local competitive opportunities including club time trials, skills competitions, and head racing.
$660 plus HST Reduced by any prior program fees in the same year. Return-to-row grads pay $660 - $330 = $330. Spring Competitive members have a $75 discount when they join the rowing league for the summer. If paying a reduced fee please pay by e-transfer. Click the button below to register for this program.
Those who have not previously participated in a rowing program should first complete one Learn to Row and one Return to Row session before enrolling in the Rowing League.
PROGRAM DATES
Sessions run from May 21st to August 24th, with the exception of the week of July 28th - Aug 4th.
Dedicated timeslots are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 am.
To continue rowing beyond August 24th 2024 a Fall/Winter competitive program membership must be purchased.
Junior competitive
DESCRIPTION
Athletes will follow a rigorous training program, targeted to provincial and national level competitions. Typically athletes are invited by the head coach as they demonstrate talent and a commitment to training.
All juniors with athletic potential are welcome within this program. Two threads fall within the program: one where most organization and coaching is coordinated by the high school, and one where most organization and coaching is coordinated by PRC. Inquire through peterborough.rowing.club@gmail.com which of these applies to your school, and who to contact. For both threads the PRC head coach maintains overall responsibility, and for either thread click the button below to register for this program.
Spring $270+HST
Summer $810+HST
Fall/Winter $270+HST
Full Year $1020+HST
Fees reduced by prior Learn to Row or Return to Row program fees in the same year. Fees include attendance at regattas listed on the Regatta Schedule. Transportation to regattas and accommodation and supervision must be arranged by parents/guardians in collaboration with the junior coach(es).
PROGRAM DATES
Training times vary depending on the training group and the season.
Full year: April 1st 2024 to March 31st 2025
Spring*: April 1st 2024 to June 2nd 2024
Monday to Friday from 3:30-5:30 pm and Saturdays from 7-9 am
*formerly referred to as the high school season
Summer: June 3rd 2024 to August 24th 2024
Monday to Friday from 5:30-7 am and Saturdays from 7-9 am
There is a two week coaching break after Canadian Henley, which this year runs from July 30th to August 4th. Athletes may still row during this time with permission of the head coach.
Fall/Winter: August 25th 2024 to March 31st 2025
The fall/winter season allows access to all on- and off-water activities run by PRC throughout this period. This includes 2 fall regattas (Head of the Rideau and Head of the Trent) and a winter training program. There is limited coaching in the fall, as priority for coaching and equipment goes to Trent University crews. During the winter a training program is provided that can be completed independently, or with Trent athletes (weekdays; 6-7:30 am) or with other juniors (Mon, Wed, Fri, 4:30-6 pm, and Sat 7-8:30 am). This training occurs at the Trent Athletic Centre (TAC). PRC members are required to purchase a TAC membership which is offered at a discounted price.
Peterborough ROWS programs are generously supported through an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant.