Our junior program is open to youth, grades 7 – 12, and is comprised of students from middle and high schools throughout Whatcom County. Rowing experience is not necessary and new rowers can join at any time. The junior program focuses on learning proper rowing techniques, teamwork and having fun! Our coaches are dedicated to working with all of our athletes to develop confidence and create the best opportunities for success, on and off the water. Training will be divided between on-the-water and land training practices. Athletes will participate in a variety of training sessions in addition to rowing, including strength and cross-training. NO EXPERIENCE NECESARY.
For additional information regarding WRA, the junior team, and what to expect please visit the Junior Parent Handbook.
Whatcom Rowing’s Junior Team is open to new and returning rower’s grades 7-12. Our youth rowing program is focused on specialized skill development and long term success in the sport of rowing. Training will be primarily on land during the winter session. Athletes will participate in a variety of training sessions in addition to rowing, including strength and cross-training. NO EXPERIENCE NECESARY.
These sessions are for anyone who has not yet raced or tried rowing before June 1, 2025. Reach out to junior@whatcomrowing.org for more information. This summer there are three two-week sessions. The cost of each session is $185. Athletes are encouraged but not required to take all three sessions, six weeks in total.
With coach approval, athletes in these classes will be eligible to go to the Greenlake Summer Extravaganza Regatta in Seattle on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Additional regatta cost is estimated at $150 – $200.
SESSION 1
7/7 – 7/18
Monday through Friday: 9:30 – 11:30 am
SESSION 2
7/21 – 8/1
Monday through Friday: 9:30 – 11:30 am
(Regatta: Greenlake Summer Extravaganza 8/2)
SESSION 3
8/4 – 8/15
Monday through Friday: 9:30 – 11:30 am
Please direct any questions about programming or correct placement to juniors@whatcomrowing.org.
First time users need to create a “Parent of Rower” account and then add a “Youth Rower”.
Whatcom Rowing Association provides need-based youth and adult financial support. Financial Aid funds are awarded based on financial AND the participant’s ability to meet attendance and participation expectations. If awarded financial aid, athletes must:
With the help of our donors, we set aside thousands of dollars for financial aid every season to ensure that no one is turned away from rowing regardless of income. WRA has provided over $13K in scholarship assistance to rowers in need.
Partial and full aid is available. The information you provide will be treated confidentially, and will be used only for eligibility determination. Funding awarded on a case by case basis.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Please fill out the program information form to learn more and connect with us at WRA.
Boathouse Location:
Whatcom Rowing Association
2202 Electric Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98229
Mailing Address:
Whatcom Rowing Association
PO Box 1163
Bellingham, WA 98227