High School Rowing
RIVERSPORT offers rowing teams for both novice and experienced rowers with a seat in our program for any youth who wants to row. While our teams are competitive, we welcome kids from all backgrounds – some are lifelong athletes and others are just getting started. Those new to the sport will learn to row as part of being on the team in the first year.
If you’re interested, you’re welcome to observe a practice before joining the team. Your first week of practice is free so you can try it out before committing for the season.
NOVICE TEAM
The men’s and women’s novice teams are for new rowers who are in their first year of competitive rowing. Novice teams travel and compete in regional and national races (regattas).
Practice Days: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 4-6p, Saturdays 9-11:30a
VARSITY TEAM
The men’s and women’s varsity teams are for athletes who have completed their first year of novice rowing. Varsity athletes compete on the regional and national level, and will have the opportunity to compete at the USRowing Youth National Championships in June. Varsity rowing is split into age categories by USRowing so we field Under-19 boats and Under-17 boats from our varsity teams. Rowing at the national level is a great opportunity to be recruited to row at the collegiate level.
Practice Days: Monday-Friday 4-6p, Saturdays 9-11:30a
Fees
Monthly: $230
Season: $1,150
Annual: $2,300
Novice/varsity high school rowing fees include a RIVERSPORT Pass!
*Scholarships are available for youth with demonstrated financial need
For more information regarding youth rowing, to observe a practice or get started with your first week of free practices, please email Coach Sarah Gehrke.