Objectives:

• Refinement of body mechanics

• Emphasis of boat issues such as set, run and timing

• Introduction to racing and higher level stroke rates

• Introduction to race conditioning

• Introduction to race starts and tactics

• Coxing

• Basic rigging

• Structured workouts

The Capital Club AM program enjoys a balance of racing and club spirit. Crews train hard but also pitch in to accomplish whatever needs to be done from loading trailers to repainting oars or helping out novice rowers.  Being a part of the Club AM program at Capital means joining a team of rowers that participate in community and club events as well as regattas and practices. Club AM rowers are expected to participate in a minimum of two Capital volunteer events per membership year.

Attendance:

Club AM coaches require a minimum attendance requirement of three days per week.
Attendance at regattas and erg tests are optional but encouraged.

Workouts:

Practices are held Monday through Friday at 5:15 am of the rowing season (rain or shine).

Racing

Club AM participates in both Sprint (1000m-2000m) and Head Races (up to several miles). Regattas typically occur on the weekends and are usually within a few hours driving distance from the CRC Compound.

Equipment

• 8 man coxed sweep boats (8+)

• 4 man coxed sweep boats (4+)