Rowing is organised by a Committee, in conjunction with the College. There are two training camps held each year and girls compete in various regattas throughout the season, including the North Island Championships and the New Zealand Secondary Schools’ Championships at the end of Term 1. A “Learn to Row + Cox” programme is held at the beginning of Term 3 so girls can have a try before committing to the season. We have a team of dedicated coaches who run all the programmes.
West End Rowing Club – Baradene Rowing is affiliated to the West End Rowing Club and utilise their training facilities in Avondale (week day on water training) and Mercer (weekend on water training).
| Year Levels: | Years 9-12 (Year 9’s commence near the end of Term 3) |
| Competition Days/Terms: | Rowing training begins in Term 3, September (5 times a week) and increases to 6 to 7 times a week from January. There is a compulsory 7 day training camp in January for all rowers. |
| Events: | Squad competes in various regattas from October to March. The main ones are: AKSS Head of Harbour, Lake Pupuke NISS Champs, Lake Karapiro Maadi Cup, 2024 to be held at Lake Ruataniwha |
| Cost: | Approximately $4500 per rower (additional costs if attending Maadi), $3800 per coxswain |
| Uniform: | Baradene rowing suit, College tracksuit (there are also other compulsory and non-compulsory items available) |
| Staff in Charge: | Jacqui Foote |
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