Middle-school Rowing Session, Fall 2022
Want to try something new this fall? Are you currently in 6th – 8th grade? If so, Wyandotte Boat Club will teach you how to row during this fall’s Middle-School Rowing Session!
No rowing experience is needed, the coaching staff will teach new rowers starting with the basics. But if you have experience from a prior rowing camp, the coaches will group the experienced rowers so you can continue to develop your skills.
There are many benefits to rowing, one of the country’s fastest growing high school and collegiate sports! The Wyandotte Boat Club Rowing Camp provides a safe and fun opportunity to learn how to row.
During the four week session, rowers will learn proper rowing technique in sweep rowing (one oar for both hands) and sculling (two oars, one for each hand). Rowers will also learn basic training and racing techniques. They will learn the basics using Concept2 Indoor Rowers and indoor tanks and spend most of the time developing their skills while rowing on the Detroit River.
In addition to learning how to row, campers will learn the importance of dedication, hard work, teamwork as well as lifelong health and wellness.
Session details:
- Who: The session is open to all students in 6th-8th grade, no experience necessary
- When: September 12 – October 6, Mondays – Thursdays, 4 pm – 6 pm
- Cost: $250 for the first rower in a household, $225 for additional rowers from the same household
- Also: the session provides instruction, equipment, and a camp t-shirt
Safety Protocols
Creating a safe environment to enjoy the sport of rowing is our top priority. Please be aware of WBC’s safety protocols as well as your responsibilities:
- By completing the online registration linked below, the parent / guardian will be agreeing to the terms of the participant waiver.
- Rowers must be competent swimmers, or speak to the camp coaching staff about current swimming abilities and camp options.
- The session will start with a review of rowing safety procedures developed by the USRowing organization.
- COVID-19 protocols: WBC and its coaches will follow all health department directions that are in effect during the camps. We will have updated details as the camp sessions get closer. But please anticipate the possibility of requirements such as rowers wearing masks at all times during the camps.
- Rowing on the water will always be accompanied by a motorized coaching launch staffed by WBC coaches
- All WBC coaches are certified in CPR and First Aid
Further details and questions:
- If you have any questions, please use the WBC contact form and select “youth learn to row”. Or see the contact information on the registration form linked below.
To register for the session, complete the online purchase and registration: