Welcome to the Summer edition of our newsletter! NRC has a packed schedule with numerous practices for our regular members, along with learn-to-row sessions for both youth and adults.
Stay tuned for updates and exciting news from our club!
Important Dates/Events
July 22-26 Teen Learn-to-Row Camp *Bring a friend 2-for-1 Summer Special*
July 29-Aug 2 - Teen Learn-to-Row Camp *Bring a friend 2-for-1 Summer Special*
Aug 6 - 22 - Adult Aug LTR session
Aug 6-9 Teen Learn-to-Row Camp *Bring a friend 2-for-1 Summer Special*
Aug 19-23 Teen Learn-to-Row Camp *Bring a friend 2-for-1 Summer Special* Aug 24 - Sep 2 NRC Closure for Summer Break
Sep 3 - NRC Re-opens for Fall with Junior Fall Season fees due
2024 BC Summer Games
Congratulations to our Medalists!
Congratulations to Cameron for his gold medal, Laura for her silver medal, and Sam for her two bronze medals at the BC Summer Games!.
Summer & Fall Fees 2024
Summer season for new and returning Juniors & Seniors will start on June 1, 2024.
The fee is set ate $300 and will cover the months of June, July & August.
Many of you will be going on summer vacation in the coming months, and we want to make sure that your membership remains affordable and convenient, so NRC offers a monthly summer rate of $125*.
Junior Fall Fees 2024 due Sep 3
Junior Fall Season starts Tues, Sep 3rd and the fee of $490* will be due. The season runs Sept 3, 2024 to Jan 31, 2025
Adult Rowing Fees - see 'The Essentials' section at the end the newsletter for details.
*Brand new rowers will need to pay a $55 annual fee to cover Rowing Canada, Rowing BC fee & insurance.
Nanaimo's Regatta: Thank You for a great NRC Sprints Regatta!
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the Nanaimo Sprints regatta a success! Despite the chilly weather, we had fantastic races and it was wonderful to be out at the lake. Your support and enthusiasm made the event truly special.
A shout out to: Coach Emilia and Coach Craig and all the officials and volunteers for a great day of racing
Welcome New NRC Board of Directors
Earlier in July, we held the first board meeting with our new Executive team, and came up with some exciting plans for our club.
We are making progress on defining our roles for the year ahead and discussing ongoing projects at the boathouse including the purchase of a new coach boat. Our coaching team is investing significant time and effort in maintaining our boats and equipment. They have been working diligently, and we aim to continue this effort after our summer coaches return to school and their regular routines.
Adult Learn-to-Row
We have these Adult Learn-to-Row (LTR) Sessions scheduled for the spring and summer. Participants aged 15 and above are welcome to join our Adult Learn-to-Row courses.
Each program is 6 session on Tues/Thurs (1.5 hrs duration) starting at 6:15 pm. The cost is $190.
August LTR - Dates are Aug 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22
If you are interested or know of friends or family that are looking to take up a new sport, please visit the NRC website. Watch for our Facebook ads in the coming weeks.
Teen Learn-to-Row Summer Camps
Summer Special ***Bring a friend 2-for-1 for the rest of the summer!****
For ages 12-17 (15-17 may also join adult sessions listed above)
#6 Camp – Aug 6-9: 4 sessions, Tues-Fri, 1-4pm $147
#7 Camp – Aug 19-23: 5 sessions, Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm $170
NRC welcomes back CAN & Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society
Thanks to funding from Rowing Canada's Community Sport for All Initiative we have been able to provide a rowing experience two groups during the summer: Canucks Autism Network (CAN) and Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS)
We hope these participants enjoy their first rowing experience during this beautiful time of year.
NRC Wear
To ensure everyone has the items they need for regattas, we will leave the shirts, hats and socks at the boathouse.
**Please have the coach text Karen with your purchases - I will send the e-transfer details to you via email for payment.**
Get NRC clothing:
NRC Headsweats Race Hat - $32
NRC Dry-Fit T-Shirt (short sleeve) - $28
NRC Cotton T-Shirt (short sleeve) - $20
NRC Training Socks (red & black plaid) - $15
Race hats and socks are one-size. Cotton & Dry-Fit T-shirt sizes: Youth L, and Adult: S, M, L,
Sample shirts are available for size at the boathouse.
Send e-transfer payments to nrcpayment@gmail.com (we also accept cash or cheque).
We'll email you to swing by the boathouse to pick up your freshly ordered gear
The Essentials - for all NRC members:
Spond app – Our tool for messaging and sign-ups for for practices, regatta and other events are done here. Helps us schedule staffing and set practice plans.
Download the app & click this link to find us: https://group.spond.com/WRHAX Note: We must have at least two athletes signed up for a practice to go ahead (Safe Sport - Rule of 2). Use this tool to update attendance to practice – even last-minute changes. Coaches check Spond before each practice.
Rowers can use several apps to check conditions at Long Lake prior to practice. A couple to try are Sailflow and Windy. Heading into fall, know that practice is always on regardless of weather conditions – sometimes it will be dryland.
Donations: NRC has an equipment trust fund set up with BC Amateur Sport. All donations of $20 or more are eligible for a tax receipt. It’s easy to donate online to our project, click here: P202 Nanaimo Rowing Club’s Equipment Acquisition Drive.
NRC Memberships 2024-25 - A Quick Guide
Junior Membership
Spring Feb 1-May 31 (4-month regatta season) $590
Summer Jun 1-Aug 31 (3-month season) $300 (monthly also available)
Fall Sep 1-Jan 31 (5-month season) $490
Masters Membership
Annual fee Apr 1, 2024: $760
April – October 2024: $580
Monthly Rate: $90 + $60 annual fee
Drop-in:
$180 for 10 sessions + $60 annual insurance fee
Single drop-in (visitor with insurance) $21
3-for-1 Dryland sessions – participate in 3 dryland/erg sessions for one Drop-in session during the Fall/Winter when on-water rowing is not available.
Learn to Row:
Adults - $190 for 6 lessons @1.5 hrs
High School - $170 (see website for program info)
Final Words
As always, if you have any questions about operations, rowing times, etc, please contact us by emailing nanaimo.rowing@gmail.com.
Thanks,
Jennifer McKenzie, President
Nanaimo Rowing Club
