New York Rowing Junior Competitive Program
New York Rowing is pleased to offer a competitive summer program for those rowers looking to compete as part of an elite team as well as to further develop their fitness level and rowing skills.
This eight week program will focus on developing the individual’s technical abilities as well as providing the opportunity for athletes to take their rowing to the next level. Primary emphasis will be on developing athletes in small boats which will compete at the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta at the conclusion of the program. A typical training week will run Monday through Friday including multiple multiple on and off water sessions per day. Contained within the program is a series of physiological tests including VO2 max, anaerobic threshold, and flexibility testing as well as a body composition analysis.
Head Coach Matt Pearce (Durham University, Great Britain Rowing, US Junior Development Camps, Rowing South Africa) has prepared a program designed to hone the athlete’s on the water proficiency while challenging him or her to perform at the top level. All applicants aged 15-18 years that live in the greater New York City area and have varsity rowing experience are encouraged to join this fun, high energy, competitive summer team.
For more information, please email Rebecca Lam: rebecca@nyrowing.org
Qualifications: Girls 7:50 or lower 2K erg score, Boys 6:50 or lower 2K erg score
Dates: Jr. Competitive Training Program: June 18, 2012- August 12, 2012
Royal Canadian Henley Regatta: August 7-12, 2012, Philadelphia Youth Invitational
Times: 8am-1pm Monday-Friday
Sample of Weekly Schedule
Coaches: Matt Pearce, Kate Mullan
Class Size Limit: 16-20 Rowers
Age: As per Royal Canadian Henley Regatta regulations, a rower shall be classified as a junior until December 31st of the year in which they reach the age of 18. For the 2012 season, an athlete born in 1994 or later shall be eligible to participate.
Target Regattas: Independence Regatta, Philadelphia Youth Regatta, Royal Canadian Henley Regatta
Location: Overpeck Lake, 8 Bell Drive Ridgefield Park, NJ
Cost: $1450 (not including sports physiologist testing, regatta, and travel costs) A deposit of $300 is required to reserve a spot in the camp. Full payment deadline is June 15, 2012.
Physiological Testing: During the course of the 8 week training program, athletes will complete a variety of physical tests administered by Christophe Hughes, PT, DPT, MS. Physiological testing will be used to develop individualized training focuses and fitness programs.
*Regatta and travel fees not included in seasonal fee.
ALL FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE
