Toowong Rowing Club

2010 Australian Master Rowing Championships

There can be little doubt that Toowong left a strong mark on the 2010 Australian Master Rowing Championships held in Perth last weekend. TRC secured Gold in 9 events and Silvers in 4. Toowong dominated in the men’s A and B sweep events and women’s D, E and F events.

Congratulations to all those who participated.

Gold
Championship Womens Masters F Four
Championship Mens Masters A Eight
Championship Mens Masters B Pair (Coxless)
Championship Womens Masters D Four (Coxed)
Championship Womens Masters F Pair (Coxless)
Championship Mens Masters A Four (Coxless)
Championship Womens Masters E Four (Coxed)
Championship Mens Masters B Four (Coxless)
Championship Womens D Eight

Silver
Championship Womens Masters E Eight
Championship Womens Masters F Quad Scull
Championship Womens E Pair(Coxless)
Championship Mens Masters A Pair (Coxless)

Fourth
Championship Womens Masters F Single Scull
Championship Mens Masters B Pair (Coxless)

TRC Junior Mens Program

TRC has kicked off its Junior Program. The Junior Program is currently imbedded in a wider program being offered to school students.

- We have an eight of grade 11’s and 12’s rowing on Sundays at 7:00. We are attempting to fill another two eights.
- Rowing sessions will be introduced during the week after term 2; although are already available more informally for the more enthusiastic.
- We will be leveraging our U23 and open lightweights’ experience and knowledge.
- We also have a group of grade 10ers, we will be teaching them sweep over the off season.
- We are offer a cut price Toowong membership for school students; $240 which includes RQ registration. It is half our normal junior membership.

At the conclusion of the off season program, school students will feed back into their school program. The Grade 12’s will feed onto the Junior Program. Its goals are medals at the national titles and Australian representation at the Junior World Championships

For more information contact Jack at Jackprice@toowongrowing.com

Maroochy River Camp

To all members

Our annual rowing camp at Maroochy River Resort has been booked for the weekend of March 13-14th March. Further details of cost etc to come but it will be approx $100 for accomodation and meals and a small extra for 'towing and other expenses". Those wanting to come just for the day or even afternoon are also welcome - cost to be decided.

This weekend camp has proved very popular and beneficial for both new and old members. Apart from it being a great opportunity to get to know other members socially, the location is ideal for those wanting to try rowing in smaller boats ie singles, doubles and pairs in a quiet safe environment ie no river currents and shallow water but with esturies, and the Maroochy river as well for those up to the challenge.

The invitation is open to all members and also includes learn to row and transition rowing participants. Many rowers and coaches have commented in the past as to how much quicker rowers have learned as well as how enjoyable the whole weekend has proved to be. Members wanting to practice their coaching skills - this is an ideal time.

Families are welcome - so curious spouses can also come and have a try if they wish!

Cheers
Carol