Just a couple hours ago, we finished our 2nd day of practice. I like seeing the varsity really showing enthusiasm to the new rowers, and willingly helping out with their progress. We did a boat launch "demo", and it seemed to open some eyes to the novices, because they got to see a part of what we do up close. Its so easy to get wrapped up in getting them to learn how to row, and then they don't get to see what they're working towards. What made it better is that we got a little bit of everything in today! The varsity got a solid workout in to prepare for their first 5k erg test, and the novices got to see some video from last year. Then the novices got to put everything they saw earlier into practicing the technique on the ergs. Them being able to see what to look forward to definitely gave them a push to start improving their rowing. We're going to hit the water next week in the barge, and mix that with some workouts to get everyone the fitness needed for the season.
Altogether, we still need some more people, and hope that some people can open up their schedule to experience this great sport.
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