June/August Sessions 2009 (Brochure - PDF, 1.3 MB)

These 90 minute introductory sessions will teach the basics of the sport of rowing for juniors, primarily those entering grades 8-10. This 6-session program includes safety training, boat handling lessons, coxswain commands, and, of course, rowing. The camp is not only instructional – it’s fun! Nearly all past camp participants have decided to continue rowing through another Dayton Boat Club program. Many members of the Dayton Boat Club junior program, including those who have won medals at regional and National Championships, are graduates of this introductory course.

Participants will learn to row in a wide variety of team boats, and develop skills to advance to stable racing/training singles. After successful completion of this course, participants should be capable of continuing with coached single lessons.

The fee for the course is $200 (plus the cost of the regattas), payable to Dayton Boat Club. Those wishing to join Dayton Boat Club and continue with the sport can do so at a reduced summer rate. Those requiring financial support should note that on the registration form.

Ten seats are available for each session of the summer programs outlined below. Dayton Boat Club will make every effort to place participants in a session that fits their schedule.

The program will be directed by Leah Coghlan, Dayton Boat Club Juniors coach and former University of Dayton Novice Women's rowing coach. University of Dayton collegiate coaches, assisted by college rowers, will augment the staff and provide an enjoyable and rewarding experience for the young athlete.

A t-shirt and other gifts will be provided to each participant.

Session 1: June 15 - 27

A - Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:00-5:30pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      (June 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27)

B - Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30-7:00pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      (June 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27)

Session 2: July 13 - 25

C - Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:00-5:30pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      (July 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25)

D - Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30-7:00pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      ( July 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25)

Session 3: August 3 - 15

E - Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:00-5:30pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      (August 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15)

F - Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30-7:00pm, Saturdays at 10-11:30am
      (August 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15)

Registration

Please download our camp brochure (.pdf, 1.3 MB), fill it in, and send it with $50 non-refundable deposit (payable to Dayton Boat Club) to:

Dayton Boat Club - Summer Camps
7425 Bunker Court
Dayton, OH 45459

Deposits will only be refunded if the rower cannot be placed in a session.