OVERVIEW
At PRC we believe that rowing promotes health, personal development and a chance for everyone to fulfill their potential. We are committed to delivering inclusive and engaging programs for youth aged 14-18 years, from beginners to high performance athletes. The junior programs introduce participants to the basics of rowing in a fun and safe environment, and also carry juniors into athlete development pathways to allow for competition at higher levels if they so wish. Through these programs juniors build valuable relationships and develop leadership & team-building skills that they can carry forward into their everyday lives.
Junior Learn to Row (LTR)
DESCRIPTION
A three day crash course on the basics of rowing. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the rowing stroke and familiarity with ergometers and rowing equipment.
This group meets on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 6 pm to 8 pm, in a one-week block.
For youth aged 14 to 18*
*there is some flexibility to accommodate athletes who are early or late developers.
$155 plus HST. Click the button below to register for this program.
PROGRAM DATES
Meeting times are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 6-8 pm, in a one-week block.
Session 1 starts May 26th
Session 2 starts June 16th
Session 3 starts July 7th
Session 4 starts August 4th
Junior Return to RoW (RTR)
PROGRAM DATES
Meeting times are on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 6-8 pm, in a two-week block.
Session 1 Starts June 2nd
Session 2 Starts June 23rd
Session 3 Starts July 14th
Session 4 Starts August 11th.
DESCRIPTION
A two-week program, of 6 sessions, focused on developing rowing skills and advancement to the Junior Rowing League. Participants will gain confidence handling equipment and mastering fundamental rowing skills.
For youth aged 14 to 18*
*there is some flexibility to accommodate athletes who are early or late developers.
$340 plus HST. Reduced by any prior program fees in the same year. Learn to Row grads pay $340 – 155 = $185 plus HST. If paying a reduced fee, please pay by e-transfer. Click button below to register for this program.
Junior Rowing league
DESCRIPTION
Athletes will develop skills during the summer season with their sights set on fun, local competitive opportunities including club time trials, skills competitions, and head racing.
$690 plus HST. Reduced by any prior Learn to Row or Return to Row program fees in the same year. Return-to-row grads pay $690-$340 = $350 plus HST. If paying a reduced fee, please pay by e-transfer. Click the button below to register for this program.
Spring Competitive members have a $75 discount when they join the rowing league for the summer. If paying a reduced fee please pay by e-transfer. Click the button below to register for this program.
Those who have not previously participated in a rowing program should first complete one Learn to Row and one Return to Row session before enrolling in the Rowing League.
PROGRAM DATES
Session runs from May 20th to August 23rd with reduced coaching during the week of August 3rd to August 10th, (Royal Canadian Henley week).
Dedicated timeslots are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:30-11:30 am.
To continue rowing beyond August 23rd a Fall/Winter competitive program membership must be purchased.
Junior competitive
DESCRIPTION
Athletes will follow select pathways with goals ranging from fundamental skill development and improving fitness to rigorous training and technical advancement for competition in local, provincial, and national competitions. The Junior Spring Program is split into two pathways: a Development Stream and a Competitive Stream as follows:
Junior Spring Development Stream is for athletes new to rowing or with limited racing experience who aspire in the future to row competitively. They will row three to four times each week, and participate in two scrimmages with local and out-of-town schools. These members should register under Junior Spring Development - School name.
Junior Spring Competitive Stream is for athletes with prior racing experience. They will train five to six days a week and focus on on-water conditioning and technical advancement. Athletes will have the opportunity to compete in the South Niagara Invitational and the CSSRA Championships as well as joining their schools for the development scrimmages. These members should register under Junior Spring Competitive - School name.
If you have any questions about which stream is best for you, please contact Abby Adair, PRC Junior Spring Coordinator. Click the button below to register.
Spring Development Stream: $230 + HST
Spring Competitive Stream: $340 + HST
Summer: $840 + HST
Fall/Winter: $285 + HST
Annual (i.e. Spring through Winter): $1,100 + HST
Fees are reduced by any prior Learn to Row or Return to Row program fees in the same year. Fees for Junior Spring - Development Stream includes participation in the two home-based scrimmages. All other programs include attendance at regattas listed on the Regatta Schedule that occur within the timeframe of each program. Transport to regattas, accommodation and supervision must be arranged by parents/guardians in collaboration with the PRC Junior Spring Coordinator and/or junior coach(es).
PROGRAM DATES
Training times vary depending on the training group and the season. The start of the on-water season is annually impacted by the timing of the ice melting on the canal and the opening of the canal flood gate.
Annual: April 1st, 2025 to March 31st, 2026
Spring Programs: April 1st, 2025 to June 1st, 2025
Spring Development Stream: 3-4 practices each week, with consistent schedule set for the season according to coaching availability.
Spring Competitive Stream: Monday through Friday, morning practices before school.
Summer: June 2nd, 2025 to August 10th, 2025
Monday to Friday from 5:30-7 am and Saturdays from 7-9 am
There is a three-week coaching break after Royal Canadian Henley, which this year runs from August 3rd to August 10th. Athletes may continue rowing during this time with permission of the Summer Coordinator.
Fall/Winter: August 25th, 2025 to March 31st, 2026
The fall/winter season allows access to all on- and off-water activities run by PRC throughout this period. This includes 2 fall regattas (Head of the Rideau and Head of the Trent) and a winter training program. There is limited coaching for Junior athletes in the fall, as priority for coaching and equipment goes to Trent University crews. Winter programs are available with team training typically occurring at the Trent Athletic Centre (TAC). PRC members are required to purchase a TAC membership which is offered at a discounted price.
