NOVICE

Tryouts: Sep 4 & 5, from 9 am - noon.

How to Try Out for Novice Rowing:

Not sure if you are novice? You are if you can answer yes to the following two questions!

• I have no prior rowing experience, or I took a learn-to-row course or have tried rowing, but have not competed as a rower or coxswain in any formal (sanctioned) rowing race

• I want to be fit in mind and body, and be part of a competitive team at Trent!

Where to go and what to expect:

1. Come to Justin Chiu Stadium

2. Wear shoes and clothing appropriate for athletic activity

3. Be prepared to complete a series of endurance and strength exercises. The series will take approximately 30 minutes.

4. You will have a chance to meet varsity athletes and coaches, and learn more about rowing at Trent!

COXswains - novice & varsity/jv

Coxswain Tryouts and Recruitment:

• The coxie is considered the ‘brain’ of the boat and also the coach during each race

• Coxie try-outs are open from Aug 25 onwards (Varsity, JV, and Novice positions open)

• You can be experienced or have minimal/no prior experience

• Requirements: small in stature, focused, confident, assertive, organized; with athletic skills an asset

• This important role steers the boat, adjusts race strategy, and directs the rowers

• Want to learn to become a coxie? Come on out to either set of tryouts!

VARSITY & JUNIOR VARSITY

Tryouts: Aug 25, 6-8 am & 4-6 pm, and Training Camp: Aug 26-30, 6-8 am & 4-6 pm.

All rowers with prior racing experience are welcome to these tryouts.

For general information about tryouts, registering, and booking early accommodation (this must be done by July 28) see the Trent Excalibur page here.

For Trent Rowing expectations and selection criteria see the Trent Rowing Tryout Protocols.