A Little Introduction to Summer Camp

Still trying to think of ways to keep the kids entertained during the two long months of summer? Offered weekly over the months of July and August, Monday through Friday, these camps introduce basic rowing skills for the beginner and also offer ways to improve the skills of more experienced rowers.

SUMMER CAMP 2024 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Dates with registration links below.

You do not need to be a member of the club to participate in ERC Youth Summer Camps.

In this week-long summer camp, participants ages 12 – 17 will row every day (weather permitting). The camp, running from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, will include two on-water rowing sessions, rowing machine sessions, indoor rowing tank sessions, field games, as well as indoor activities.

Campers will learn the basic technical aspects of rowing. Throughout the various camp activities, participants will learn basic rowing terminology, importance of balance, technique and teamwork. More advanced rowers will be able to fine-tune their technique.

The ERC Youth Summer Camp experience builds self-confidence in problem solving, skill development, and through the creation of new friendships. This camp offers a unique experience for trying a new sport in a supportive environment all while spending time outdoors and on water.

Cost: $440 per week plus RCA/ARA insurance fees.

Eligibility: Ages 12 – 17. no prior rowing experience is required. You do not need to be a member of the club to participate in summer camp.

Safety: Camp participants will wear inflatable PFDs and will be supervised by experience coaches in a fully equipped motorized coach boat. The boat is equipped with life jackets, a ladder and other safety equipment. All coaches have current and clean Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks, First Aid CPR-C and AED certification, and Learn to Row coach training.

More information: Please contact admin@edmontonrowing.ca

Summer Camps are Safe

Maintaining a safe rowing environment is very important to us. Every rowing student is provided with the use of a PFD (Personal Flotation Device). Occasionally weather or river conditions will force us to reschedule or cancel a class, when storms, lightning, or high-water conditions pose a safety threat. The river flow generally peaks in late June. If your class is unable to row on the river due to unsafe conditions, we will make every effort to provide you with an indoor alternative.