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Oak Ridge Rowing is all GOLD at the Rowing Marathon Championships
The Oak Ridge Rowing Masters program is for individuals age of 21 years old and above. The term Masters refers to age not rowing ability. This program is for active participant in the Association's adult rowing activities during the year. Qualification for participation in the program is the payment of a program fee(s), meeting the age requirement, and have completed a Learn-To-Row(LTR) class (see below). The ORRA Master Program requires a quarterly commitment to participate. The Masters program will meet a minimum of twice per week. ORRA members will receive a 25% discount on program fees.
Participation in this program does not require a full time adult membership. Association affiliation in this category is limited to the duration of the program. Non-ORRA Members in this program shall receive no Association privileges participation is limited to the organized program hours. Non-ORRA participants in this category must be accompanied or supervised by a designated coach or a qualified member in any membership category as long as they are at least 21 years of age.
Practices Times
| OPEN ROW |
| All Masters |
Monday & Wednesday 6:30PM - 8:00 PM |
Saturday 9:00 AM |
| COACH PROGRAM March 11 - June 5 |
| Master Men |
Monday 6:30P-8:00P |
Wednesday 6:30P-8:00P |
| Master Women |
Tuesday 6:30P-8:00P |
Thursday 6:30P-8:00P |
Tentative Masters Schedule:
| Date |
Regatta |
Location |
| April 28th-29th |
Oak Ridge Dogwood Regatta |
Oak Ridge, TN |
| May 5th |
Aiken Masters Regatta |
Aiken, SC |
| Aug 9th-12th |
USRowing Masters Championship |
Oak Ridge, TN |
| October 6th |
Secret City Head Race |
Oak Ridge, TN |
| October 13th |
Chattanooga Head Race |
Chattanooga, TN |
| October 27th |
Head Race of the Tennessee |
Knoxville, TN |
| November 3rd |
Head of the Hooch |
Chattanooga, TN |
| November 10th |
Marathon Rowing Chamiponship |
Natchitoches, LA |
Chaired by Steve Spooner, the ORRA’s Masters Rowing Committee has the following responsibilities:
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To promote Masters rowing in all its forms on a local and regional basis.
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To organise a weekly practice schedule and boating rosters.
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To establish and maintain personal contact with each regional masters organizations.
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To prepare the annual regional masters regatta calendar in consultation with regional masters organizations.
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To publish written information about adult rowing opportunities in consultation with the Media and Marketing Committee.
Open Row is for ORRA's Adult Members that would like to gather and row a few times per week in a recreational setting. The open row is open to ORRA members and thier guest two three times per week. This group recieves no formal instruction.
 
Oak Ridge Veteran Women 4+ earn Silver at USRowing Masters Nationals
 
Adair, Eric and John in Austin, TX
ORRA Needs Coxswains!
The club is looking for energetic and dedicated individuals who would be willing to come out and cox our shells. If you know anyone with experience or would like instruction in coxing, ask them to contact the club or come down to practice this summer. Coxswains only pay the $130 membership fee to join ORRA. We can't steer the boat without the coxswain!
Bring a friend and learn to row for better health and great
fellowship. The Oak Ridge Rowing Association wants to introduce
you to the world of recreational rowing.This class is designed for people with no experience, but is also a good refresher for someone who has taken lessons and wants to get back into it. All That is needed just a willingness to learn an activity that can
be enjoyed a lifetime. Classes are offered for sweep and
sculling lessons. If you wish to become a competitive rower
this would be your first step.
Sessions are open to all
persons in the East Tennessee area, ages 18 and up. Oak Ridge Rowing is changing the Adult Learn-To-Row format based on the demand for rowing lessons. ORRA feels that it might have better retention of memebers if the class was more focused and did not drag over 4 weeks. Please read all information below regarding lessons.
ORRA will offer an Adult Learn-To-Row Immersion Weekends starting September 2007. Immersion weekends provide an overview of rowing in an intense, one-weekend session, with the goal to provide an introduction to sweep rowing. The 10+ hours of lessons include rowing on land-based rowing machines, viewing of video, and on the water instruction.
The class size is held to a maximum of 24 students and a minimum
of 4. After completing the lessons, participants will then have the option of joining the Oak Ridge Rowing Association and participating on a regular basis.
The schedule for each training sesson is Friday 6:00-8:00 PM, Saturday 9;00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1 PM to 4 PM and Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM. Lunch will be provided on Saturday.
All classes are held at the Oak Ridge Boathouse (697
Melton Lake Drive) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The cost is $125/session which includes a non-refundable $50 deposit.
Please contact Head Coach Allen Eubanks at coach@orra.org or 865-482-6538 if you have any questions or to reserve a space for future Immersion Weekends! You may mail your deposit check to ORRA, 697 Melton Lake Dr., Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830. |
