Middle
School
Rowing
Learn to Row classes & non-competitive rowing team for 5th-7th grades
MSR Program
Start Rowing with a MS Learn to Row
Middle School Learn to Row Classes are offered May through August each year. Classes are nine practices and introduce new rowers to the basics of the sport. After completing an MS LTR class, rowers may move into Middle School Team Sessions or may be advised to take the MS LTR once more to increase their comfort in a rowing shell before joining Team Sessions. Please email any questions to coach Holly Hopkins at exec@rivercityrowing.org
Keep Rowing with Team Sessions
Team Session of Middle School Rowing are three weeks long with one session held monthly, March through October/November. Our focus in Team Sessions is to continually develop rowing skills, improve physical fitness, and strengthen team skills, while rowing with teammates in a fun and positive environment.
Rowers sign up for each session that is offered, or those that fit their schedule.
FAQ
My child is 11 but in 4th grade. Can they join MSR?
Yes, ages 11-13 may join MSR. 8th graders who prefer a lesser commitment than the competitive Jr Rowing Team are also welcome in the program.
Are rowers required to know how to swim?
All MS LTR classes will hold a swim test on the first day. Participants who do not pass the test but show basic swim skills may stay in the class and will wear a PFD when on the dock or in the boat. RCRC will provide a PFD, and we have multiple rowers in the Team classes who wear a PFD. Email coach Holly for swim test details.
Email coach Holly if you have any unanswered questions
exec@rivercityrowing.org