Recreational Rowing
WRRA RECREATIONAL ROWING PROGRAMS (REC)
Recreational Rowing is a transitional program for experienced rowers who are ready to move beyond the once a week Summer Rowing League (SRL) program. For some this may serve as the next step towards preparing to participate in the more intensive Masters Competitive program. For others it may serve as an opportunity to row more frequently, to improve rowing skills, and to improve their fitness level.
Led by WRRA’s REC coaches, mixed crews practice in 90 minute, early evening sessions twice a week in either 4-person or 8-person shells. Enrollment is limited to ensure close personal attention by the coaching staff. Crews provide their own coxswains. REC crews will also have the opportunity to race, if desired, in select regattas during the summer and fall.
The REC program is part of the WRRA General Sweeps membership; rowers must be full WRRA members as well as registered General Sweeps participants.
SPRING REC
New for 2011, the Spring REC program is open to all experienced rowers who have completed two previous WRRA rowing league sessions or any other REC program. Enrollment in the Spring REC program is limited to rowers who register concurrently for the Summer REC program. Spring REC t-shirt is provided.
Spring REC program dates:
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm
March 21 through May 4, 2011
Program days and times are dependent on enrollment
WRRA membership w/Rivergate assessment, General Sweeps + Spring REC + Summer REC programs package: $575
SUMMER REC
The 16 week Summer REC program is open to all experienced rowers who have completed two previous WRRA rowing league sessions or any other REC program. Rowers may register to row in one of two sessions: Monday/Wednesdays or Tuesday/Thursdays.
Summer REC program dates:
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm
May 9 through August 31, 2011
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-7:30pm
May 10 through September 1, 2011
Includes an additional session on boat handling skills
Program days and times are dependent on enrollment
No sessions held on July 4 or May 30. Regular practice times which fall on holidays will be rescheduled at the convenience of the coach and crew
WRRA membership w/Rivergate assessment, General Sweeps + Summer REC package: $525
Fee for qualified SpRL + SRL rowers to enroll in Summer REC: $165
Fee for qualified SRL rowers to enroll in Summer REC: $280
FALL REC
The eight week Fall REC program is open to those have completed the 2011 Summer REC program, the 2011 Spring and Summer Rowing League combined program, OR consent of the coach. Emphasis will be placed on refining rowing technique and improving aerobic fitness through long, coached sessions.
Fall REC program dates:
Mondays and Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:30pm
September 12 through November 3, 2011
Program days and times are dependent on enrollment
Fall REC program fees: $30
Half-season General Sweeps fees will apply for those rowers transitioning from SpRL+ SRL
