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Central PA Rowing Association

Central PA Rowing Association


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*FREE YOUTH PROGRAMMING, during the summer.

From their Facebook Page, “CPRA is a non-profit athletic organization established to promote the sport of rowing. We offer to individuals in the surrounding communities the opportunity to experience the sport, from beginners thru competitive level.”

CPRA is Located in Shikellamy State Park on Packers Island between Northumberland and Sunbury.

From their website:

CPRA offers opportunities for youth ages 12-18 years to learn about the sport of rowing. Most youth participants are local (Northumberland, Snyder, Union, Columbia, Montour, Lycoming counties), however everyone is welcome! If you would like make the drive, we would love to have you!

The summer program will consist of a four-week Learn-To-Row (LTR) class for those who are new to rowing. This program introduces the fundamentals of rowing in a co-ed setting for youth.

It’s the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to try a new sport or looking for a fun way to stay in shape this summer. Rowing is a great low-impact, aerobic workout. It strengthens skills like coordination, mental acuity, endurance, and reaction speed.

Program Goals are:

  • To expose youth (12 -18 years) to the sport of rowing

  • To build rowing, racing, and teamwork skills of young rowers with previous experience

  • To prepare participants to compete at a regatta.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Beginners will experience sculling (each hand has one oar) in eight-person shells called octuples. This is a one of a kind experience with an experienced youth and collegiate rowing coach. The session begins with on-the-land instruction regarding the rowing stroke, equipment, and commands. The majority of the time will be spent on-the-water in which new rowers are fully engaged in learning the technique and execution of the rowing stroke, rowing commands, boat handling, and the intricacies of crew dynamics.

*The Youth LTR program is Free to participants (excluding the required US Rowing membership) subsidized with grant and organizational funding.

Additional information about the Youth Learn-to-Row Program

What to wear:  

  • Snug-fitting, bright clothesSnug shorts are essential to wear so that they don’t get caught in the boat runners and bright t-shirts are best so that rowers can be seen on the river.

  • Socks – The boats have built-in shoes, but either wear or bring socks;

  • Sunscreen; Hat or visor; Sunglasses – Wear sunscreen (even if an overcast day); hats and sunglasses help to shield eyes from the sun (optional).

What to bring:  A full water bottle to bring in the boat and “Swim Test Certification Form”. If possible, bring an extra bottle of water for hydration after practice.

Time of class:  We try to start the class as close to the time as scheduled but would appreciate it if rowers can be at the dock 10 minutes early to carry oars and get the equipment and line-ups organized. It will also take another 15 minutes or so to put the boats and oars away at the end of the day.

 

BUSINESS DETAILS

Address

Marina Rd, Sunbury, PA,

GPS

40.879984525725, -76.790871634393

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