Masters Racing

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The NRRA has some of the highest quality training and racing in the region. Our list of awards and medals won is long and distinguished ranging from local regattas to international championships.

If you have the desire, there is nothing that can keep you from racing for the NRRA no matter the skill level or the age.

In the sport of rowing, a Masters rower is an adult over the age of 21 (the title has nothing to do with skill). Masters Racing is divided into age categories, thus keeping things fresh and exciting for all ages.

Our coaches will train you to the highest levels that you want to achieve as an athlete. All you have to do is show up and do the work!

Program Lessons

(The following lessons are reinforced and refined in our adult racing program)

Safety

1. Knows traffic pattern
2. Wears appropriate clothing
3. Knows what conditions are safe to row in
4. Knows safety procedures for taking out a boat without a coach
5. Knows how to use floatation device (single rowers) PFD
6. Completes safety video
7. Knows to sign in and out daily rower's logbook

Equipment

1. Understands basic rigging, including: oar lock height, where the foot stretchers should be placed, etc…
2. Demonstrates confident and proper boat and oar handling
3. Understands that all boat handling follows a command structure which must be learned & implemented

Technique

1. Feels and responds to the various movements of the shell, blades, and body
2. Focuses on the flow of the boat and moving together
3. Places more focus on fluidity and economy of motion

Drills

1. Alternate feathered/square blades 2. Eyes closed
3. Inside Arm - outside arm, wide grip
4. Acceleration/Deceleration Drill
5. Pick drills
6. Pause Drill Anywhere (arms, arms and body, 1/4 slide, etc)
7. Other drills will be utilized to help rowers stroke
8. Release-to-catch with top 1/4
9. Speed-power play
Fitness

1. Understands the importance of warming up, cooling down and performing accurately
2. Completes a steady state workout for 20 min at a aerobic level
3. Uses conditioning program based on interval training principles
5. Stresses on all-round physical development (focus on arms, shoulders, and core muscles)
6. Uses ergs to build strong aerobic base

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