Programs

The Fredericton Rowing Club has competitive programs for juniors, seniors and masters as well as a learn to row program for beginners.

Learn-to-Row
Rowing is a great way to get fit or stay in shape.  Unlike many sports, it is low impact and easy on the joints, yet provides a full workout.  Whether you want to become a competitive racer, or to simply enjoy rowing’s health benefits, this program is for you- and absolutely no experience is required.  This summer, join the Fredericton Rowing Club to finally see what the great St. John River has to offer!

All members of the FRC are required to take a learn-to-row before joining any other program. Details on what to bring to your first session will be emailed a week in advance.   Please sign up for the appropriate group below, by emailing Barb Dugas @ Barbara.Dugas@horizonnb.ca .

Learn-to-Row - U19
Fees: $250
Practices: MWF, 16:30-18:00
Coached by: TBA
Dates: May 25th-

The U19 learn-to-row is designed for teenagers with any sporting background.  The program introduces participants to rowing by covering basic rowing shell handling skills, boat safety, and basic rowing technique. Graduates from learn-to-row will be prepared to enter the Intermediate Program.  Individuals who will remain under the age of 14 for the season are required to contact the Program Coordinator before registering for the program. 

Learn-to-Row -U23
Fees: $250
Practices: TR 18:00-20:00
Coached by: Marc Oliver Klages
Dates: May 25th-

The U23 learn-to-row is intended to target individuals with a sporting background.  The program introduces participants to rowing by covering basic rowing shell handling skills, boat safety, and basic rowing technique. Graduates from learn-to-row will be prepared to enter the Intermediate Program.

Learn-to-Row - Adult
Fees: $250
Practices: TR 18:00-20:00
Coached by: TBA
Dates: TBA

The Adult learn-to-row is suitable for those over the age of 19 years old who are eager to learn something new, meet new people, and have long term goals of either getting in shape or racing at local regattas.  The program introduces participants to rowing by covering basic rowing shell handling skills, boat safety, and basic rowing technique. Graduates from learn-to-row will be prepared to enter the Intermediate Program.

Competitive

Fees: $550
Practices: MTWRF 5:30-7:30
Coached by: Marc Oliver Klages
Dates: May 16th- Sept 9th

The Competitive Program offers coached practices (Monday-Friday AM) focusing on technical skills and physical development as well as an introduction to psychological and tactical skills for racing. Athletes in this group will also be able to attend evening open row sessions (Monday-Friday) according to training plan requirements. Morning sessions are required, while certain evening trainings are negotiable and will be determined by discussion with the coach and each individual crew.
The coaching focus will be on advanced physical, psychological, tactical and technical skill development.
This group is open to rowers of all ages, however entry into this group is at the coach’s discretion as boat speed will be used to encourage competitiveness to all those in the group.

Intermediate
Fees: $450
Practices: MWF 18:00-20:00
Coached by: Marc Oliver Klages
Dates: May 16th-Sept 9th

Coached sessions are offered 3X/week and are targeted to those athletes wanting to participate in local regattas, as well as those athletes who are interested in improving rowing efficiency. The training plan will focus on endurance and technical skill development. Members of this group will be expected to participate in club time trials as well as guest coached sessions which will be offered on Sundays (TBD).