Middle School Fall Rowing Team
Program: Middle School Team
Description: The Middle School Team gives middle school students interested in rowing a chance to get a feel for the rowing team without the pressure of competing constantly. Athletes will learn the basics of sweep rowing (one oar per person) and sculling (two oars per person), as well as experience land-based training on the rowing machines. The focus is on water safety, basic rowing skills and terms, with special attention to establishing good technique. The session will give the kids a taste of what a rowing season is like and will hopefully build a love of the sport.
Ages: 6th - 8th grade
Dates: Aug 28 - Oct 26
Practice: Wednesday 4:30 pm -6:30 pm & Saturday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Regattas:
- Blake Haxton Regatta, Oct. 26th, Columbus, OH
Training Fees: $299 (Regatta fees and travel costs are separate fee) Athletes travel with their parents and meet the team at the regatta location. Regatta fees cover coaching, race fees, boat trailering, and other fees. Regatta Fees will typically range from $50- $75 for a home regatta and $100 - $150 for an away regatta.
Equipment Fee: $50
Level: Beginner to Experienced
Swim Test: New rowers need a swim test on file. We will be doing the swim test at the first day of practice for those that need it. This test can also be done at your own gym/YMCA as long as a certified lifeguard administers the test. The lifeguard will need to sign off on this form: Swim Test Form.
Experience: No experience is necessary to start
Location: Indianapolis Rowing Center: 7350 Eagle Beach Drive, Indianapolis IN 46254 (Eagle Creek Park Pass or daily park fee required for park admission)
USRowing Basic Membership required to participate use Club Code when registering: U7B9H
Financial Aid: Must be turned in by 8/19/24 and is available based on need. Forms can be found on the Forms and Policies page.
Registered IRC participants can receive a discounted Annual Eagle Creek Park Foundation pass for $50. *Must be enrolled in an IRC program. Find out more about what ECPF does and purchase your pass here: https://info.eaglecreekpark.