Introduction to Rowing (ITR) will provide you with a basic understanding of the sport of crew racing. No prior rowing experience is required! The ITR provides an opportunity to try out rowing in a low-pressure, friendly, learning environment.
Age range: 13-18 years old
Cost: $200
Venue: Tempe Town Lake / TJC boathouse – 620 N. Mill Ave., Tempe, Arizona, 85281 (Map to TJC boathouse)
Currently Scheduled Intro to Row Class
Please contact membership@tempejuniorcrew.org to arrange times for Introduction to Row sessions.
Introduction to Row (ITR) will consist of “land practice” (training on rowing machines) and “water practice” (rowing on the lake). Bring a water bottle, hat, tight-fitting clothing, crocs or shoes that you can get wet, tennis shoes, and a towel.
Tempe Junior Crew operates through the entire year with Fall, Spring and Summer seasons. All athletes who wish to join the team must complete an “Intro to Row” session before joining any of the seasons.
Tempe Junior Crew Upcoming Season Information
Please Start the Registration Process for Intro to Row by Completing the ITR application:
1. Intro to Row Application
Complete the Intro to Row Application
(Note: If you have multiple teens who wish to try it out, please fill out this form one time for each rower)
And then complete the following:
2. Float Test
All Intro to Row participants are required to complete a Float Test to prove swimming competency. Several options for completing your Float Test include your local public pool, Kiwanis Recreation Center/Tempe, Valley of the Sun JCC, Cactus Aquatic and Fitness Center, PCDS Pool, or YMCA. the Float Tests must be completed in a pool under the supervision of a lifeguard certified by the American Red Cross or equivalent. We recommend that you call ahead to confirm schedule availability and costs.
Please scan and email a completed copy of your Float Test to: membership@tempejuniorcrew.org
Please download and print the Float Test Form. Float Test Form
3. Waivers
Each rower and parent/guardian must read and sign the Intro to Row Waiver and Rules Packet.
Fill Out Waivers at This Link: Tempe Junior Crew Waiver and Rules Package
4. Payment
Payments can be made using Zelle $200 or PayPal $212 (extra service fee included)
For Zelle or PayPal use payment@tempejuniorcrew.org for the recipient email address