THE CORE PROGRAM - PARTICIPATION & APPROPRIATE COMPETITION
Through the hard work of our volunteers, the general program at MCCRC has a focus on participation followed by competition at the appropriate level. Boys learn to row and then train to compete. Competition is primarily in local regattas on Lake Burley Griffin. The end of the season culminates in an excursion to the NSW Schoolboy Head of the River at Sydney International Rowing Centre (SIRC), Penrith. The ordinary course of a rower’s progression is:
- Learning to row
- Training to compete
- Competing at local ACT regattas ( LBG, Canberra); ACT Championships and ACT Head of the Lake (LBG Canberra) and NSW Schoolboys Head of the River (SIRC, Penrith)
LEARN TO ROW & COX PROGRAM
New rowers will particiapate in the learn to row & cox program. Participation in regattas commences from Year 7. Boys will learn valuable skills that will provide an excellent basis for competitive rowing in continuing years.
TRAINING
The training commitment required is two afternoons per week, Saturday mornings and participation in local and interstate regattas (if selected). The competition season runs from October to March.
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LOCATION
We are very fortunate to have a strong relationship with Lake Tuggeranong Rowing Club (LTRC) which is where our junior boys will train and participate in the learn to row program. The Marist Rowing Shed is located next to the Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS) rowing shed at Yarralumla Bay. Some training sessions will be held at Yarralumla.
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UNIFORM
Boys are required to wear the rowing uniform for both training sessions and regattas. The uniform is available for purchase from the Marist School Uniform Shop. We strongly recommend having a spare kit for regattas as boys can get wet and it’s a long day if you are cold.
- MCCRC rowing zootie
- MCCRC sun shirt
- MCCRC cap - lightweight with crest & oars (available for purchase through the MCCRC rowing club)
- Running / sports shoes are required at every training session
- Slides (shoes)
- Drink bottle (soft plastic)
- Sunglasses (optional but highly recommended)
- Note: Marist PE uniform is not approved clothing for training due to safety reasons
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FEES
The Registration fees for season 2024/25 are:
Year 6 (2024): $300.00
Years 7 & 8 (2024 – new rowers): $700.00
Years 7 to 11 (2024 – returning rowers): $900.00
Registration fees include: Membership of MCCRC; use of MCCRC boats and all associated equipment (e.g. tinnies and fuel); coaching provided by MCCRC; insurance; and competition (‘seat’) fees for ACT regattas only (number of entries per regatta to be determined by coaching staff).
Notes:
- Boys in Year 6 (2024) will learn to coxswain and will also be given the opportunity to row. The opportunity to row in regattas for this age group is limited.
- Boys in Year 7 (2024) may also be required to be Coxswains.
- Suitable boys in all age groups are welcome to cox.
- Full payment is due by the dates specified. MCCRC may arrange a payment arrangement on request. Boys will not be allowed to train or row until full payment is received or an arrangement is accepted by MCCRC.
- All costs associated with interstate trips or excursions are in addition to fees (e.g. transport, accommodation, seat fees, meals etc). This includes the all club trip to SIRC in early 2025 (pending confirmation).
For any further information regarding registration please email us at maristrowing@gmail.com