Intro to Rowing Summer Camps
Our intro to rowing camps are 2 week long day camps that run from 9:30-12:00 each day.
We teach the basics of rowing in 4 and 8 person boats, and conclude each camp with a mini-regatta that we welcome parents to come watch.
These camps are a great way to try rowing out! No prior rowing experience is necessary.
Rowers that complete a summer camp and want to continue rowing are welcome to enter our main juniors program in the fall.
Ages
Our intro to rowing camps are open to rising 7th-12th graders.
When
Camps run in 2 week blocks in June and July, from 9:30-12:00, Mon-Fri.
Where
Camps are held at Waller Creek Boathouse in downtown Austin at 74 Trinity St.
Cost
Camp cost is $475.
We have full and partial scholarships that are available on a financial need basis. Please email juniors@austinrowing.org for scholarship info.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child need to know how to swim?
Yes! Prior rowing experience is not necessary, but all campers must be comfortable swimmers.
What does my child need to bring/wear to camp?
- Comfortable shorts and tshirt that are not too baggy, (baggy clothing tends to caught in the moving parts on the boats).
- Tennis shoes and socks. We will do some on-land warmups and rowers need socks to wear in the boats.
- Sun and heat protection: hat, sunscreen, water bottle. (If you have a metal water battle, please cover it with a sock. Heavy metal bottles can damage the inside of boats.)
What are your safety considerations?
- All camp coaching staff have multiple years of prior rowing experience, current CPR/AED certification, and are Safesport trained and background-checked through USRowing.
- Multiple coach safety boats accompany each training session on the water.
Can my child do more than one camp?
We frequently have return campers throughout the summer! Repeat registrations are welcome if there is still availability for a given camp date.
Intro to Rowing, June 2-13
This is a 2 week day camp that runs Mon-Fri, 9:30-12:00.
Camp dates:
Mon, June 2nd- Fri, June 13th
RegisterIntro to Rowing, June 16-27
This is a 2 week day camp that runs Mon-Fri, 9:30-12:00.
Camp dates:
Mon, June 16th- Fri, June 27th
RegisterIntro to Rowing, July 7-18
This is a 2 week day camp that runs Mon-Fri, 9:30-12:00.
Camp Dates:
Mon, July 7- Fri, July 18
We will teach the basics of rowing in 8 and 4 person boats and conclude the final day of camp with a short race.
This camp is open to rising 7th-12th graders.
No prior rowing experience is required. Participants must be able to swim.
Scholarships are available on a financial need basis. Please contact elizabeth.green@austinrowing.org to recieve a scholarship application.
RegisterIntro to Rowing, July 21-Aug 1
This is a 2 week day camp that runs Mon-Fri, 9:30-12:00.
Camp Dates:
Mon, July 21- Fri, Aug 1st
Register