Rowing Programs for Youth
Rose City will offer several rowing programs that will serve various youth populations in the Portland area. With a centralized location in downtown Portland and easy access to public transportation, rowing will be more accessible to more of Portland's youth than ever before.
Rowing is an extremely teamwork-oriented sport that requires consistent dedication from each team member. The kids learn how to set goals and work everyday towards achieving them. They can grow into strong, fit, well-balanced athletes, with minimal risk of injury. We will offer classes for middle and high school students, and will be progressive in our creation and operation of alternative programs and events.
The athletes will learn positive life lessons about teambuilding and cooperation. Rowing is a life sport and participants will be able to use what they learn both on and off the water for the rest of their lives. In fact many former junior rowers have returned to Portland and are now teaching and coaching the next generation of student-athletes.
Rowing is an alternative sport for many kids who have not found their niche in traditional sports in school. Rose City will help augment the sports options available to kids in high school, providing an outlet for people who otherwise might not have participated in high school athletics. In addition, rowers will be exposed to significant college recruiting opportunities.