The Resilient Rowing Summer Racing Program will be comprised of U17, U19 and U23 rowers and coxswains who are ready to take their rowing to the next level. Athletes at this level should be looking to not only improve their fundamental rowing skills but also looking to represent the Occoquan at the local, National, and International level. Members of this Group will train in both sweep and sculling boats with the goal of racing in multiple boat classes at each sprint regatta attended.
Registration for the Summer Racing Program will be open for all athletes interested in racing this summer. All athletes will be evaluated by at least two coaches based on a variety of factors including: 2K score, power to weight ratio, 10 stroke & 1 minute watt tests, overall fitness, technical aptitude, and boat moving abilities.
Summer Racing regattas will be available to a maximum of 24 rowers (12 boys & 12 girls) and up to 4 coxswains. The regattas are the Independence Day, Occoquan Memorial Sprints, Philadelphia Youth and Canadian Royal Henley Regattas .
2025 SEASON
Summer Racing Program:
June 9th - August 10th (9 weeks)
Optional Time commitment option
Do you have a time commit problem? We have you covered, select the regatta you would like to attend
and commit to the 4 weeks prior to that regatta. this way we can work into line ups and get you ready to compete.
Summer Racing Program Schedules
Weekly Practice Schedule
Boys and Girls:
Monday to Friday TBD
(June 9rd - last day of school practice will be held in the afternoons)
Saturday -6:30 am to 9:00 am
Regattas:
Possible Summer Races that we may attend:
Independence Day Regatta
Philadelphia, PA
July 4th - 6th
Occoquan Memorial Sprints
Fairfax Station, VA
Philly Youth
Philadelphia, PA
July 19th
140th Royal Canadian Henley
St. Catherines, ON
Aug 3rd - 10th
COSTS & FEES:
Summer Racing Program: $1400.00 plus Regatta fees
Optional Time commitment option: $650.00 plus Regatta fees
Summer Racing Regatta Cost:
Independence Day Regatta (Philadelphia, PA)
This is a overnight stay regatta, transpiration and lodging will be provided
Price to attend will be about: $1000.00
Occoquan Memorial Sprints (Fairfax Station, VA)
This is a home regatta
Price: Included
Philly Youth Regatta (Philadelphia, PA)
This regatta is a Day trip no transportation provide
Price to attend will be about: $250.00
140th Royal Canadian Henley (St. Catherines, ON)
This is a overnight stay regatta, transpiration and lodging will be provided
Price to attend will be about: $1500.00
All rowers and coxswains traveling to compete at away regattas will be responsible for covering the extra cost to the club. These fees are calculated by dividing total costs for each respective regatta by the number of athletes that are selected to attend. Typical costs include, but are not limited to: hotel rooms, race entry fees, boat transportation, rental vehicles for athlete transportation.
Uniform Package:
( Uni-Suit, Sun Shirt, Tank Top, Hat )
Est. $225.00
**Plus all registration processing fees & credit card fees**
Registration Fees Include:
- 9 weeks on the water Sculling & Sweep Training
- 8:1 athlete to coach ratio.
- All Park fees
Separate Costs:
- All Regatta Trips will be an additional cost to cover:
- All transportation, food, lodging, & entry fees associated with traveling to and from away regattas.
- Uniforms (if needed) are an additional cost.
Please Note:
- At least one season of racing experience is required for this program.
- The suggested personal best 2,000m erg score for High Performance Regattas is as follows:
Girls: U19 < 8:00, U17 < 8:15
Boys: U19 < 7:00, U17 < 7:15
- The suggested personal best 2,000m erg score for Summer Racing Regattas is as follows:
Girls: U19 < 8:20, U17 < 8:35
Boys: U19 < 7:20, U17 < 7:35