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.
Our Junior Team is open to new and returning athletes, rising 7th graders and older. Our program is focused on specialized skill development and long term success in the sport of rowing. 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.
WRA’s one-week Experience Rowing camps are for athletes who are looking for a traditional summer camp experience. Sign up for Experience Rowing to explore a new sport, make friends, and have fun this summer. Sign up for all, several, or just one camp! Open to all rising 7th graders or older.
WRA’s one-week accelerated rowing program is for rising 9th – 12th grades with no prior rowing experience. Athletes will learn rowing technique, fitness, and the commitment required to be a part of WRA’s Junior Team.
Athletes are encouraged to sign-up for more than one camp! Open to rising 9th – 12th graders or older. Sign up for all, several, or just one camp.
Experienced Rowing is for returning rowers looking to fine tune their skills on and off the water this summer. Open to returning rowers with one or more seasons of rowing. Please contact director@whatcomrowing.org if you want to know if your athelte should sign up for this program.
Athletes are encouraged to sign-up for more than one camp!
Whatcom Rowing’s Junior Team is open to new and returning rower’s grades 6-12 who Our High School program is focused on specialized skill development and long term success in the sport of rowing. 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.
High School Season: Our High School programs are focused on specialized skill development and long term success in the sport. We offer developmentally appropriate competitive opportunities for High School athletes, as well as resources and support for athletes interested in collegiate participation. We believe in a process-oriented approach to help our athletes of all skill and ability levels improve every single day.
Open to athletes in Grades 9-12, no experience necessary. Athletes younger than grade 8 may join with director/coach approval.
Monday – Friday
4:00 – 6:00pm
February 6th – May 22nd
Cost: $1275
*The cost of the season includes regatta fees which includes Junior Regionals transportation, hotel stay, and food.
Rowers in middle school that have the desire to compete and train 5 days a week may be permitted to join with Director/Coach approval.
Middle School Rowing: Our Middle School program aims to teach the fundamentals of rowing with an emphasis on fun! This program is designed to instruct young athletes on the basics of rowing and foster a positive social environment. On-water rowing time will be balanced with land training and team building.
Open to new athletes in Grades 6-8, no experience necessary.
Tuesday’s and Thursday’s
4:30 – 6:00pm
March 7th – April 27th
Cost: $300
For more informaiton, please read tInformation Packet, linked below.
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