The Masters Competitive program pushes adult athletes to a higher level of performance by focusing on cardio endurance, precise technique, and race preparation. Rowers compete in various regattas within the state, regionally, and even nationally. Members of our team compete in sweep and sculling boats, from 1x to 8+, so there is a place for everyone.
Masters team members are expected to be at all practices, be on time, and give 100% effort both at practice and at regattas.
No tryouts are held, but team members regularly time test on the ergs. Seat racing is commonplace in setting boats for regattas. (Do not be scared of seat racing – it is to track personal progress as well as determine seat position.) Swift blades and strong drives bring home medals!
Getting on a Crew
You must be a club member to join Masters Competitive. You must have Blue or Green certification, have participated in Adult Recreation (sweep), or have similar rowing experience, and demonstrate a high level of skill, power and endurance. Practices are typically Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-8pm and Saturday mornings from 8-10am. There may be additional practices by specific crews the week(s) prior to a regatta.
Summer Sprint Season
May 17 – August 16
Fall Head Race Season
August 19 – November 2
Summer Regattas:
June 28 Grand Regatta – Grand Rapids, MI
June 21 Indy Sprints – Indianapolis, IN
July 12-13 Chicago Sprints – Chicago, IL
July 17-20 US Masters Nationals – Ypsilanti, MI (Ford Lake)
August 2 Midwest Sprints – Dillion Lake, OH
August 16 – Beer City Scrimmage – Grand Rapids, MI