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• Masters Competitive 2022 Summer Season

  • Start
    23 May 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    30 Jul 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRA Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI

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  Get psyched! Our competitive summer season is fast approaching and we would love to have you as a member of the team. Our competitive coaches, Chris Cullen and Marisa Faraldo, are here for another successful season. Both are former competitive rowers who come with overwhelming experience and knowledge. Under their coaching, the previous GRRC teams have come home wearing a lot of bling. The team is looking for men and women who have a strong sense of dedication and a willingness to grow in their rowing skills. The team works hard and has a lot of fun in the process. There is room for competitive sweep rowers and scullers. Registration will open soon. You must be a GRRC member to join the Masters Competitive team. 

  All adult rowers will be rowing together from Dock-in until May 23. 

  Competitive will be a 10 week season: May 23 - July 30. 

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• Learn To Row: Sculling 220 (Private Lessons)

  • Start
    01 Jun 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    31 Aug 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI
  • Spaces left
    10

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  The class is designed for beginners as well as advanced adults who have either participated in a previous session or have rowing experience. Beginners will be taught sculling in recreational single shells. You will get 8 hours of water time.

  Members: This course is designed to prepare you for the blue-level certification exam, which will allow you to take any coxed or recreational-level shell from the boathouse, with other certified rowers or by yourself.

  What to bring: Rowing is a good workout. Wear workout clothes. Wear close fitting shorts (spandex if you dare), as loose fitting clothes will get caught in the rowing shell's mechanisms. Wear socks that you are not afraid to get dirty - really dirty - and shoes that you can easily slip off.
  

  Bring some bug spray and sunglasses, and a full water bottle to every practice.

  Rowing is a water sport. We could row in the rain and there is always a chance of flipping your boat in the river, so a towel and change of clothes in your car would also be a good idea.

  Attendance is limited to 3 participants so sign up now!

  IMPORTANT: All participants will need to read, print, and bring this (signed) waiver to the first session! We must have a signed waiver from you in order to place you in a boat!

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• June Learn To Row: 101

  • Start
    06 Jun 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    06 Jul 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI 49544
  • Spaces left
    0

  Registration is closed

  This is a sweep rowing class. We will be in boats of 4 and 8; each rower handles one oar. Experienced and highly qualified coaches will be leading this session. Each is experienced in coaching and coxing, is encouraging and makes learning fun!
  
  Class will meet from 6 - 8pm every Monday and Wednesday. No class on July 5. This 4-week session is split into 2 learning pods. The first 2 weeks (8 hours)  will be spent with only the LTR 101 rowers on Monday and Wednesday nights. For the next 3 weeks, participants will be rowing with the Recreational Rowing team and are invited to join in on Saturday mornings from 8-10am. We highly encourage all LTR participants to continue rowing on M/W nights (6-8pm) and Saturday mornings (8-10am) with our very encouraging and fun crew. 

  Please wear workout clothes that are close fitting and bring a water bottle to each practice. For your feet, socks and sneakers are best. Only high winds, thunder or lightning will prevent us from rowing. Wednesday, July 6 will be our Boathouse Regatta: Club Social. Please plan on rowing and sharing a picnic with the club! 

  IMPORTANT: All participants will need to read, print, and bring our general waiver and the COVID waiver to the first session! We must have signed waivers from you in order to place you in a boat!

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• Learn To Scull: JULY 201

  • Start
    11 Jul 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    20 Jul 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI
  • Spaces left
    0

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  This program meets two nights for 2 weeks: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm at the Grand Rapids boathouse.

  The class is designed for both beginning rowers with little or no experience as well as those with experience who want to hone their technique, and build power and speed. Beginners will be taught sculling in recreational single shells. Participants will have opportunities for informal racing, but the intensity of all sessions will be based on the ability and desire of the participants.

  Members: This course is designed to prepare you for the blue-level certification exam, which will allow you to take any coxed or recreational-level shell from the boathouse, with other certified rowers or by yourself.

  What to bring: Rowing is a good workout. Wear workout clothes. Wear close fitting shorts (spandex if you dare), as loose fitting clothes will get caught in the rowing shell's mechanisms. Wear socks that you are not afraid to get dirty - really dirty - and shoes that you can easily slip off.
  

  Bring some bug spray and sunglasses, and a full water bottle to every practice.

  Rowing is a water sport. We could row in the rain and there is always a chance of flipping your boat in the river, so a towel and change of clothes in your car would also be a good idea.

  Attendance is limited to 4 participants so sign up now!

  IMPORTANT: All participants will need to read, print, and bring this (signed) waiver to the first session! We must have a signed waiver from you in order to place you in a boat!

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• Junior Summer Camp B

  • Start
    18 Jul 2022
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    22 Jul 2022
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse

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  Camp B: Monday, July 18 - Friday, July 22

  This camp is designed for both the new rower and the experienced rower.  The coach will emphasize proper rowing technique, and will work on speed, power, and teamwork. Students with prior rowing experience (including those who are joining us from Camp A) will be challenged to the next level of rowing. 

  All students who are entering 8th grade - 12 grade are welcome to attend. You do not have to be a member of the GRRC Junior Rowing Team. We welcome students from area high school scholastic programs as well as those who come from schools without a rowing program of your own. Rowing will include both sweep and scull. 

  Coach Ben Norrix will be the Head Summer Coach for Camp A (in June) and Camp B . He comes with a wealth of experience and knowledge. 

  Cost: $100

  You can pay online or bring a check, made payable to Grand Rapids Rowing Club, on your first day of practice.

  Regattas:

  Details of summer competition are still being worked out. There may be an opportunity to travel to a local regatta and compete as a team. 

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• GRRC Board Meeting

  • When
    19 Jul 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse: 291 North Park Street

  Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, our GRRC Board of Directors meet to plan, discuss, and review financials for the club. There is always open discussion regarding programming, coaching, regattas, and fundraising. Our Members Forum is typically from 8-8:15 and we welcome all questions, suggestions, and new ideas. If you are a GRRC member, please plan on attending one or more of our meetings throughout the season. Our agendas and minutes are posted on the Membership page, so be sure to login and click to see what is happening. 

  Our 2022 Board Members: Julie Bennett, President; Ann Christensen, Vice President; Amy Acton, Secretary; Katie Wynalda, Treasurer; Beth Szymczak, non-voting Treasurer assistant; Reuben Martin, Boathouse Director; Bonnie Mulder and Lori Harrison-Smith, Communication Directors; David Visser, Membership Director; and Steve Lasater, Safety Director.  

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• Community Learn to Row (LTR) Day – FREE

  • When
    23 Jul 2022
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse, 291 North Park St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544

  Join us to learn more about the exciting sport of rowing! Your visit will start with a quick tour of our boathouse and review of the safety rules. We'll get you acquainted with the boats and put you on an indoor rower to show you proper technique.

  Then, it's down to the dock and the Grand River! Our boats will be ready with trained coxswains and coaches to make your first experience in a sweep boat the best it can be. You'll be seated near experienced rowers who are encouraging, supportive and are ready to help.

  Take time out of your Saturday schedule to learn a new skill, meet some wonderful people and have a great time on the water. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes (but no baggy pants or shorts) and bring/wear socks.

  No need to sign up. All ages are welcome; however, in order to use the equipment and enjoy the on-water experience, children must be entering 8th grade in the fall.

  Please take a moment to read our general waiver, sign it and bring it with you to the event. Your experience will be around 45-60 minutes in total.

  We look forward to seeing you!

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• July Learn To Row: 101

  • Start
    25 Jul 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    24 Aug 2022
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI 49544
  • Spaces left
    12

  Register

  This is a sweep rowing class. We will be in boats of 4 and 8; each rower handles one oar. Experienced and highly qualified coaches will be leading this session. Each is experienced in coaching and coxing, is encouraging and makes learning fun!
  
  Class will meet from 6 - 8pm every Monday and Wednesday. This 4-week session is split into 2 learning pods. The first 2 weeks (8 hours)  will be spent with only the LTR 101 rowers on Monday and Wednesday nights. For the next 3 weeks, participants will be rowing with the Recreational Rowing team and are invited to join in on Saturday mornings from 8-10am. We highly encourage all LTR participants to continue rowing on M/W nights (6-8pm) and Saturday mornings (8-10am) with our very encouraging and fun crew. 

  Please wear workout clothes that are close fitting and bring a water bottle to each practice. For your feet, socks and sneakers are best. Only high winds, thunder or lightning will prevent us from rowing. Wednesday, August 24 will be our Boathouse Regatta: Club Social. Please plan on rowing and sharing a picnic with the club! 

  IMPORTANT: All participants will need to read, print, and bring our general waiver to the first session! We must have signed waivers from you in order to place you in a boat!

  
  

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• Junior Summer Camp C

  • Start
    01 Aug 2022
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    05 Aug 2022
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse

  Register

  Camp C: Monday, August 1 - Friday, August 5

  This camp is designed for both the new rower and the experienced rower.  The coach will emphasize proper rowing technique, and will work on speed, power, and teamwork. 

  All students who are entering 8th grade - 12 grade are welcome to attend. You do not have to be a member of the GRRC Junior Rowing Team. We welcome students from area high school scholastic programs as well as those who come from schools without a rowing program of your own. Rowing will include both sweep and scull. 

  Coach Ben Norrix will be the Head Summer Coach for our July - Camp B and August - Camp C. He comes with a wealth of experience and knowledge. 

  Cost: $100

  You can pay online or bring a check, made payable to Grand Rapids Rowing Club, on your first day of practice.

  Regattas:

  Details of summer competition are still being worked out. There may be an opportunity to travel to a local regatta and compete as a team. 

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• Community Learn to Row (LTR) Day – FREE

  • When
    13 Aug 2022
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    GRRC Boathouse, 291 North Park St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544

  Our club is thrilled to be a part of Comstock Park's Mill Creek Days! We will be part of the parade and then setting up to have new rowers at our boathouse for the afternoon! 

  Join us to learn more about the exciting sport of rowing! Your visit will start with a quick tour of our boathouse and review of the safety rules. We'll get you acquainted with the boats and put you on an indoor rower to show you proper technique.

  Then, it's down to the dock and the Grand River! Our boats will be ready with trained coxswains and coaches to make your first experience in a sweep boat the best it can be. You'll be seated near experienced rowers who are encouraging, supportive and are ready to help.

  Take time out of your Saturday schedule to learn a new skill, meet some wonderful people and have a great time on the water. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes (but no baggy pants or shorts) and bring/wear socks.

  No need to sign up. All ages are welcome; however, in order to use the equipment and enjoy the on-water experience, children must be entering 8th grade in the fall.

  Please take a moment to read our general waiver, sign it and bring it with you to the event. Your experience will be around 45-60 minutes in total.

  We look forward to seeing you!

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• GRRC Board Meeting

  • When
    16 Aug 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse: 291 North Park Street

  Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, our GRRC Board of Directors meet to plan, discuss, and review financials for the club. There is always open discussion regarding programming, coaching, regattas, and fundraising. Our Members Forum is typically from 8-8:15 and we welcome all questions, suggestions, and new ideas. If you are a GRRC member, please plan on attending one or more of our meetings throughout the season. Our agendas and minutes are posted on the Membership page, so be sure to login and click to see what is happening. 

  Our 2022 Board Members: Julie Bennett, President; Ann Christensen, Vice President; Amy Acton, Secretary; Katie Wynalda, Treasurer; Beth Szymczak, non-voting Treasurer assistant; Reuben Martin, Boathouse Director; Bonnie Mulder and Lori Harrison-Smith, Communication Directors; David Visser, Membership Director; and Steve Lasater, Safety Director.  

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• Fall Intermediate: 102

  • Start
    29 Aug 2022
  •  
    5:30 PM
  • End
    30 Sep 2022
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    GRRA Boathouse 291 North Park NE Grand Rapids, MI 49544
  • Spaces left
    16

  Registration is closed

  Schedule

  This is for rowers who would like the challenge of competition, but can't make the commitment that is required of competitive. It is definitely for those who want this exact level of competition and for those who may need to build some skill and stamina for competitive. Participants in this program will have two dedicated practices per week, but are encouraged to row with the Rec Team at their scheduled times, as well. Coached practices will concentrate on honing foundational skills, building speed and stamina, and having a great time on and off the water.

  The Intermediate Team will compete in Michigan regattas; this fall they will be going to Traverse City and Lake Leelanau.

  Class open to our 100 graduates and/or new rowers with prior experience.

  Cost

  Registration: $70

  Payment plan option
  

  Program cost includes coaching, boathouse usage, equipment usage and maintenance, and launch gas. Program cost does not include individual rower lodging, trailer fees, food or uniforms.

  
  

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• GRRC Board Meeting

  • When
    20 Sep 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse: 291 North Park Street

  Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, our GRRC Board of Directors meet to plan, discuss, and review financials for the club. There is always open discussion regarding programming, coaching, regattas, and fundraising. Our Members Forum is typically from 8-8:15 and we welcome all questions, suggestions, and new ideas. If you are a GRRC member, please plan on attending one or more of our meetings throughout the season. Our agendas and minutes are posted on the Membership page, so be sure to login and click to see what is happening. 

  Our 2022 Board Members: Julie Bennett, President; Ann Christensen, Vice President; Amy Acton, Secretary; Katie Wynalda, Treasurer; Beth Szymczak, non-voting Treasurer assistant; Reuben Martin, Boathouse Director; Bonnie Mulder and Lori Harrison-Smith, Communication Directors; David Visser, Membership Director; and Steve Lasater, Safety Director.  

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• GRRC Board Meeting

  • When
    18 Oct 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Grand Rapids Rowing Boathouse: 291 North Park Street

  Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, our GRRC Board of Directors meet to plan, discuss, and review financials for the club. There is always open discussion regarding programming, coaching, regattas, and fundraising. Our Members Forum is typically from 8-8:15 and we welcome all questions, suggestions, and new ideas. If you are a GRRC member, please plan on attending one or more of our meetings throughout the season. Our agendas and minutes are posted on the Membership page, so be sure to login and click to see what is happening. 

  Our 2022 Board Members: Julie Bennett, President; Ann Christensen, Vice President; Amy Acton, Secretary; Katie Wynalda, Treasurer; Beth Szymczak, non-voting Treasurer assistant; Reuben Martin, Boathouse Director; Bonnie Mulder and Lori Harrison-Smith, Communication Directors; David Visser, Membership Director; and Steve Lasater, Safety Director.  

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• GRRC Board Meeting

  • When
    15 Nov 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    North Pointe Christian, 540 Russwood NE 49505

  Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, our GRRC Board of Directors meet to plan, discuss, and review financials for the club. There is always open discussion regarding programming, coaching, regattas, and fundraising. Our Members Forum is typically from 8-8:15 and we welcome all questions, suggestions, and new ideas. If you are a GRRC member, please plan on attending one or more of our meetings throughout the season. Our agendas and minutes are posted on the Membership page, so be sure to login and click to see what is happening. 

  Our 2022 Board Members: Julie Bennett, President; Ann Christensen, Vice President; Amy Acton, Secretary; Katie Wynalda, Treasurer; Beth Szymczak, non-voting Treasurer assistant; Reuben Martin, Boathouse Director; Bonnie Mulder and Lori Harrison-Smith, Communication Directors; David Visser, Membership Director; and Steve Lasater, Safety Director.  

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