Selection Development Camp is focused on helping athletes build the skills they need to achieve their rowing aspirations. Through a combination of small boat training and education, athletes will be able to push through to the next level of competition. Coaches will use the camp to identify athletes who may be invited to the 2026 U19 and U23 Selection Camps.
New in 2025: All Selection Development Athletes will participate in an International Regatta at the end of camp. More details to come!
Applications for 2025 will open 12/1/24
To Apply: Log in to your USRowing member portal HERE
Coxswains: All coxswains must submit an application in the member portal. Recordings and coach recommendations will be submitted through an additional form in the application.
Scholarship: USRowing has limited funds available for U19 Selection Development Camp through the United We Row Scholarship Program. The application will be provided as soon as Camp applications open.
All coaches on staff are required to have a First Aid/CPR certification, SafeSport training, Boater Safety education, and a detailed background check. All of our coaches are USRowing Level 2 certified and many of them have completed the USRowing Level 3 certification – the highest level certification available for coaches in the United States. The staff has a plethora of coaching experience, covering introductory youth levels through high-performance international rowing.
Selection Development Camp men's head coach ... Director and head coach at Hobart & William Smith.
Selection Development Camp women's head coach ... Women's rowing head coach at The Bolles School.
Camp invitations will start in late January and will continue on a rolling basis until the camp is filled.
Depending on when you submit your information and when you attended an ID Camp, you may be waiting to hear from us. You can always view your application status in the member portal by following these steps:
Log in to your USRowing member portal HERE
If your application has been accepted and deposit has been made, it will appear under the 'Enrollment Complete' tab.
You will receive directions from your camp director regarding the remaining balance payment and any additional requirements.
Payment is due in full by June 1.
The cost of Selection Development Camp has increased by $500 in 2025 to cover the per athlete cost of the International Regatta.
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
Permitted (but not required)
Prohibited (not exhaustive, use your judgement)
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.
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