The NAC Middle School Rowing Team is a year-round fitness-based youth development program serving middle school girls and boys throughout Orange County.
Middle School Rowing
The NAC Middle School Rowing Team is a year-round fitness-based youth development program serving middle school (11-14 years) girls and boys throughout Orange County. The program serves 25-30 student athletes per year. Athletes in this program compete year-round in local, county, state, and national tournaments in singles, doubles, coastal rowing shells, and six person canoes and kayaks.
Students meet at the NAC 3 days a week for water and land based fitness training and classroom instruction. Additionally, participants have the option to compete in local, state, and national events.
Program Goals
- Provide a challenging and rewarding opportunity for middle school athletes that incorporates a high level of team work, physical conditioning, health and wellness education, and community stewardship opportunities.
- Develop a sense of respect for the environment.
- Provide marine recreation opportunities for youth and families who might not otherwise have access to the water.
- Build life-long friendships.
Practices
- Monday and Wednesday 4:00pm – 6:00pm
- Saturday Mornings 9:00am – 12:00 pm
- Athletes should come prepared to run and or row to every practice. Bring shoes and a water bottle every day.
- Whenever practice is canceled, you will be notified by the coaches.
For more information please email haley@newportaquaticcenter.com