Youth Programs - Vancouver Lake Aquatic Center

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U19 Fall High School Rowing
Sept 6th - Nov 13th, 2022
$500 for the full season (5 days per week)
Mon - Thurs,
4:15-6:30 pm
Saturday 8-11 am
REGISTER HERE
U15 Fall Middle School Rowing
Sept 6th - Nov 6th, 2022
$300 for the full season (3 days per week)
Tues/Thurs,
4:30-6:30 pm
Saturday 8-11 am
REGISTER HERE
Join the Team!
Our youth teams are managed with TeamSnap.

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Join a Team
Click the picture above for the team you would like to join.
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TeamSnap
Use a TeamSnap account to register, complete waivers, and pay online.
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Swim Test
Within the registration system you will see the instructions for the swim test. Please print this out and upload to TeamSnap (this can be done after registration is complete). If your swim test is already on file you can skip this section.
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Code of Conduct
The team will review the Code of Conduct at the beginning of the season. Athletes must sign the form and return it to the coaches.
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USRowing Membership
The USRowing membership can be completed by clicking here. The fee should be $40 for a Basic PLUS Regatta Package membership. (Club code: UJYPT. Choose Basic PLUS Regatta Package for $40)
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Start Rowing!
Fall Season Details
Practice:
Practice is held at the VLRC boathouse on the west side of Vancouver Lake. Our address is: 8612 NW Erwin O Rieger Memorial Highway, Vancouver, WA 98660
U19 includes rowers age 13-18 years old who want to practice 5 days/week.
U15 includes rowers under 15 years old who want to practice 3 days/week.
Fall rowing dates
U15: September 6th - November 6th, 2022 Tuesday/Thursday 4:30 - 6:30, Saturday 8-11
U19: September 6th - November 13th, 2022 Monday - Thursday 4:15 - 6:30, Saturday 8-11
What to wear: Tight fitting clothes that will not get caught on the oars or the sliding seat. Gloves are not worn for rowing. Bring spare clothes for after practice.
All rowing equipment is provided by VLRC.
Coaches are all SafeSport trained, background checked, First Aid/CPR/AED trained, licensed boat drivers.
Regattas:
American Lake Fall Classic, Oct 9th. Tacoma, WA
Portland Fall Classic, Oct 30th. Portland, OR
Head of the Lake, November 6th, Seattle, WA
San Diego Fall Classic, November 13th, San Diego, CA. (U19 athletes only)
Other Questions:
Please contact Coach Conor if you have questions.
Team Apparel:
Team apparel is available here.
Forms and waivers
Required Forms for Youth Activities at VLRC

VLRC Waiver
Required for All New Rowers
Swim Test Form
Required for All New Rowers except for kid's boating camp.
Everyone must submit a signed Swim Test!
This waiver must be signed by a certified water safety instructor--not just a lifeguard.
Youth/Parent Handbook
Incident Report Form
Scholarship Application
VLRC is committed to making rowing available for all youth regardless of income. Available funds vary each year and are limited to a maximum 50% of season and regatta fees. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come-first serve basis, and are valid for one season.
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