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U 15 Rowing (Adavanced 7th and 8th Grade Rowing)

As our Middle School program has grown, so has the passion and potential of our younger rowers. That’s why we’ve created the U15 Rowing Program—a more competitive track for advanced 7th and 8th grade athletes who are ready to train at a higher level and prepare for future success in high school and beyond

U15 - Standards and Commitment Form

What Is U15 Rowing?

The U15 program is designed for motivated middle schoolers who want to take their training and competition to the next level. These athletes must meet basic physical standards and show the focus, maturity, and drive required for a more demanding schedule.

Last year, our U15 athletes impressed us by competing successfully against high school novices and freshmen across the state and region. Our athletes have consistently won medals and championships at the Florida Scholastic Rowing Association - State Championships. Now, we’re aiming even higher,

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Program Goals

U15 rowers and coxswains will:

  • Develop speed and fitness both on and off the water

  • Build advanced technical skills

  • Learn to train and compete as a team at a high level

  • Prepare to race in Freshmen and U15 events at major regattas, including State and National-level competitions

This program is the ideal launchpad for rowers aiming to compete in our High School Freshmen/Novice squads—and eventually at the highest levels of junior rowing.

Boats We Train & Race In

U15 athletes will gain experience across multiple boat classes:

  • Sweep: Eights & Fours

  • Sculling: Quads, Doubles, Singles

Coaches

  • Coach Lange – U15 Lead Coach, known for building power and precision in developing rowers

  • Coach Richie – Assistant Coach, specializing in technical refinement and athlete growth

Ready to Rise?

If your athlete is ready to challenge themselves, grow with teammates, and build the foundation for high school rowing success—U15 is where it begins.

Let’s train hard, row fast, and have fun doing it.

2025-2026 Season Information

Practice Schedule

Fall Season: August 18 – December 20
Spring Season: January 8 – May 2nd (Those that qualify for regionals will continue training)

Weekly Practices:

  • Monday & Wednesday: 3:45 PM – 6:15 PM

    • Brevard County Students can arrive as soon as they are able

  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

  • Plus one of the following:

    • Tuesday: Canal Practice (for Brevard County athletes)

    • Tuesday: CrossFit Sebastian (for Indian River County athletes)

    • Thursday: Canal Practice (open to all U15 athletes)

 

Cost & Scholarships

  • Cost: $900 per season (Fall or Spring)

    • This can be paid in full or split into four convenient payments.

    • $275 Registration fee (Includes Team Kit and Unisuit)

  • Financial Assistance: Scholarships are available for families who qualify—we’re committed to making rowing accessible for everyone.

    • For scholarship details or payment options, email treasurer@sebastiancrew.org or reach out to us directly.

Fall 2025 Race Schedule

  • East Coast Classic – October 4 (Canal 54)

  • Head of the Schuylkill (HOSR) - October 25-26 (Philadelphia, PA)

  • Fall Duals – November 15 (Canal 54)

  • Plant Winter Sprints - December 7th (TBD)

  • Fall Middle School Championships – December 13

 

Spring 2026 Race Schedule

  • Opening Day Regatta – February 7 (Canal 54)

  • Sarasota Invite - February 28 (Sarasota)

  • Spring Duals #1 – March 7 (Canal 54)

  • Spring Duals #2 – March 14 (Canal 54)

  • East District Championships – March 28 (Canal 54)

  • FSRA Sculling State Championships  - April 11-12 (Sarasota)
  • FSRA Sweep State Championships - April 25-26 (Sarasota)
  • US Rowing Southeast Regional Champs - May 9-10 (TBD)
  • US Rowing National Championships - June 11 - 14 (TBD)