Camps

Camp invitations will start in late February and will continue on a rolling basis through late May. 

Depending on when you submit your information and when you attended an ID Camp, you may be waiting to hear from us. Be patient and continue to work hard. 

You will receive directions from your camp director regarding the remaining balance payment and any additional requirements.  

Payment is due in full by May 15th.

Yes. Once you accept your invitation, you will receive directions from your camp director on the required forms for your specific camp. 

Plan on rowing A LOT! There are laundry facilities, but a general rule of thumb is to pack a week’s worth of clothing.

Essentials

• For 2023, a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blankets, 2 bath towels and 1 washcloth will be provided by the university. Athletes are welcome to bring their own instead if they desire.

• Spending money for incidentals. While not necessary, it can be helpful to have some money to spend on things like extra snacks or movies.

• Sunscreen

• Bath Towels

• Running Shoes

• Rowing Clothes (anticipate 11-12 sessions per week)

• Clothes for the dorm

• 1-2 sets of nicely casual clothes

• Rain Gear

• Nalgene or other types of water bottles (more than one is a good idea)

• Day pack or small duffle

• Alarm Clock

• Necessary Medication

• Hygiene products

• Needed athletic training items (foam rollers, bands, recovery items.)

• Coxswains – Tape Recorder (if you don’t have one, purchase one before arriving. They are very helpful, and you’ll be able to use them after the camp as well.)

• Coxswains – Cox Box (if you don’t have your own, please try and borrow one from your program. Let us know if you are unable to bring one as we should be able to provide one.)

Permitted (but not required) 

• Laptop Computers/Tablets (wireless internet is available)

• Speaker System

• Video Game System

• Movies

• Heart Rate Monitor

Prohibited (not exhaustive, use your judgement)

• Hot Plates

• Candles

• Fireworks

• Knives

• Weapons

• Drugs, alcohol, tobacco

• Electronic cigarettes

Athletes will be housed in the dorms of The University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

Supervision Coaches and interns will be staying in the dorms as well. These individuals will be USRowing-certified coaches who have passed background checks and have completed our SafeSport training requirement.

Family Visits Parents are welcome to visit their rowers during camp but will need to be flexible on the timing. Visits will need to fall outside of training and any scheduled camp meetings or events.

To/From Camp Athletes are responsible for their travel to camp and home from camp.

Shuttles will be provided to/from CHA. Other airport options include ATL and BNA, but campers will need to arrange their own transportation to/from these airports via the Groome Shuttle or another private option.

While racing is not the primary focus of YDC, athletes still will get the opportunity to line up against each other at the informal Summer Cup race at the end of camp.

Race Date TBA

Race Location GPS McCallie Rowing Center

Parent Attendance Parents are more than welcome and encouraged to attend the Summer Cup.

More details to come!

Of course! Each camp week will include a full day off, as well as planned recreational activities such as river tubing, swims, amusement park visits, or other local attractions. Rest, recovery, and fun are important parts of being a healthy athlete! 

Each camp location will have a list of the nearest urgent care facilities and hospitals should an emergency or serious injury arise. Coaches and staff will rely on local medical and emergency professionals in any situation that exceeds minor first aid treatment. 

We strive to make our camps accessible and affordable to families and athletes in need. If you are in need of a scholarship, please fill out the application, which is embedded in the camp application.