Youth Summer Camps
FUN | FRIENDS | FITNESS
Intro to Rowing
(9th-12th Grade)
Interested in learning how to row?
Each summer, Canal Dock Boathouse offers local high schoolers this very opportunity!
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Taught by experienced coaches, activites include learning how to row in singles, proper equipment handling and care, water safety, land training on Concept2 RowErgs, a mixture of plyometric & stretching exercises, and technical instruction.
No prior experience is necessary!
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Our summer camps are a great way for youth to safely explore the New Haven Harbor, Quinnipiac River, and the Mills River! What are you waiting for?With a maximum of nine (9) campers per session, reserve your spot now!
1-WEEK SESSIONS AVAILABLE | MONDAY - FRIDAY
Click session date below to register
8:00am-12:00pm
Session 4
Program Fees:
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$350 per 1-week session, Monday-Friday, 4 hours per day
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Free to New Haven public school students; register as Grant Funded to take advantage!
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What’s included?
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2-3 rowing/fitness sessions per day
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Official Canal Dock gear (UV hat or polyester t-shirt)
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Refueling snacks and fluids
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General Activity Schedule (weather permitting):
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First 15 Minutes – Drop-off/group meeting/snack
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60 Minutes: Rowing & fitness
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20 Minutes: Break/water/wnack
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90 Minutes: Rowing & fitness
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40 Minutes: Warm down and wash and store equipment
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Final 15 Minutes: Break/water/snack/pick-up
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Questions?
Contact Executive Director Hollis Martens at hollis@canaldock.org or Peter Fousek at peter@canaldock.org
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