High School/U23 Rowing

Summer 2026

LHRC seeks to introduce all of Litchfield County to the joy of sweep rowing and sculling. Rowing is not a sport that you need to start at an early age, you can join anytime! Our club offers programs for athletes starting in 6th grade to age 100+ and everyone in between.

Please read the program descriptions carefully. If you have any questions, contact Head Coach Drew Combs at director@litchfieldhillsrowing.org  

High School/ U19
U23/ Collegiate

If you anticipate that you will apply for financial aid, please do not sign up for a program. Instead, start the financial aid application now.

Program Overview

Youth / U19 Programs

Youth programs are open to athletes entering high school through rising seniors (U19). All experience levels are welcome — including brand new rowers through our June 22nd – 26th 1-Week Learn-to-Row.

LHRC will be offering focused 1-week Pre-Season Small Boat Camps prior to the beginning of the core summer season to improve boat-moving skills through singles (1x) and pairs (2-). 4 sessions will be offered with a minimum of 4 athletes and maximum of 12 athletes per session. There will be morning and evening options available over a 2-week period.

  • Session 1 (June 8 – June 12) [AM or PM]

  • Session 2 (June 15 – June 19) [AM or PM]

The core summer season runs Monday - Friday, 8:15am – 10:45am, with options from:

  • Full Summer (June 22 – August 14)

  • Session 1 (June 22 – July 17)

  • Session 2 (July 20 – August 14)

Practices are five days per week and include both sculling and sweeping, with a focus on building technically sound, well-rounded athletes. Sessions incorporate on-water training, video review, drill progression, and land-based conditioning.

Experienced athletes will have optional racing opportunities at:

  • RowFest National Championship, Ann Arbor, MI (July 11th – July 19th) (Session 1 required)

  • Royal Canadian Henley, St. Catherine’s, Ontario, CAN (August 2nd – August 9th) (Full Summer required)

Race fees are not included in tuition.

U23 athletes seeking more sustained daily training are welcome to register for Youth/U19 programs.

U23 / Collegiate Programs

U23 programs are designed for experienced collegiate rowers who want to maintain and sharpen their training in a flexible, competitive summer environment.

Training runs Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 6:00–7:30am, with options from:

  • Full Summer (June 22 – August 14)

  • July & August (July 13 – August 14)

  • August Only (August 3 – August 14)

Sessions emphasize small boat rowing, technical refinement, and speed development. Athletes may follow their collegiate training plans while receiving coaching feedback and on-water support.

U23 athletes have the option to race at:

  • RowFest National Championship, Ann Arbor, MI (July 11th – July 19th)

  • Royal Canadian Henley, St. Catherine’s, Ontario, CAN (August 2nd – August 9th)

Full Summer registration required for Henley. Race fees are not included.
U23 Athletes must have prior rowing experience.

Reminder: If you anticipate that you will apply for financial aid, please start the financial aid application now and do not sign up for a program via the links below.

*Regatta Refund Policy Disclaimer
Please note that regatta entry fees are non-refundable. As regatta organizers do not issue refunds for scratched events, Litchfield Hills Rowing Club is unable to provide refunds for any scratched races, regardless of the reason, including illness, injury, or event cancellation due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

ALL ATHLETES MUST BE USROWING MEMBERS! SIGN UP HERE! Club code is PPCCS. For a more detailed explanation of joining, see here.

Mark your calendars for our Annual Celebration of Summer Regatta, the Head of the Swain, which will occur this year on August 15th on our very own Bantam Lake!

Registration

Youth / U19 Summer Programs (High School Athletes)

Pre-Season Small Boat Camps

Focused 1-week camps designed to improve boat-moving skills through singles (1x) and pairs (2-). Athletes refine balance and bladework to build confidence and technical precision before the main summer season begins.

Min: 4 athletes/ session | Max: 12 athletes/ session

  • AM Session 1
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, June 8th - June 12th
    Time: 8:00am – 10:00am
    Cost: $135
    SIGN UP

  • PM Session 1
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, June 8th - June 12th
    Time: 3:45pm – 5:45pm
    Cost: $135
    SIGN UP

  • AM Session 2
    Dates: Monday - Friday, June 15th - June 19th
    Time: 8:00am – 10:00am
    Cost: $135
    SIGN UP

  • PM Session 2
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, June 15th - June 19th
    Time: 3:45pm – 5:45pm
    Cost: $135
    SIGN UP

1-Week Learn-to-Row

Perfect for athletes new to rowing. Learn foundational technique, safety, and teamwork. If enrolling in a full summer program, the $75 will be credited toward tuition.

  • Dates: Monday - Friday, June 22nd - June 26th
    Time: 8:15am - 10:45am
    Cost: $75
    SIGN UP

Summer Competitive Training

Competitive, high-performance training environment focused on speed, fitness development, and technical execution. Structured practices, individualized feedback, and race preparation designed to elevate athletes for summer competition.

Athletes will have the opportunity to choose race at the RowFest National Championship in Ann Arbor, MI (7/11-7/19) [Session 1 REQUIRED to race] and internationally at the Royal Canadian Henley in St. Catherine's, Ontario, CAN (8/2-8/9) [Full Summer REQUIRED to race].

  • Full Summer
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, June 22nd - August 14th
    Time: 8:15am - 10:45am
    Cost: $690
    SIGN UP

  • Session 1
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, June 22nd - July 17th
    Time: 8:15am - 10:45am
    Cost: $365
    SIGN UP

  • Session 2
    Dates:     Monday - Friday, July 20th - August 14th
    Time: 8:15am - 10:45am
    Cost: $365
    SIGN UP

Reminder: If you anticipate that you will apply for financial aid, please start the financial aid application now and do not sign up for a program via the links below.

U23 / Collegiate Summer Programs

Designed for collegiate athletes looking to put their college training to work on the water. There will be an emphasis on speed, small boat skill, race preparation, and maintaining high-level fitness before fall season. Athletes may follow their collegiate training plans while receiving coaching feedback and on-water support.

Athletes will have the opportunity to choose race at the RowFest National Championship in Ann Arbor, MI (7/11-7/19) and internationally at the Royal Canadian Henley in St. Catherine's, Ontario, CAN (8/2-8/9) [Full Summer REQUIRED to race at either regatta].

  • Full Summer
    Dates:     Monday/Wednesday/Friday, June 22nd - August 14th
    Time: 6:00am - 7:30am
    Cost: $455
    SIGN UP

  • July & August
    Dates: Monday/Wednesday/Friday, July 13th - August 14th
    Time: 6:00am - 7:30am
    Cost: $320
    SIGN UP

  • August Only
    Dates:     Monday/Wednesday/Friday, August 3rd - August 14th
    Time: 6:00am - 7:30am
    Cost: $175
    SIGN UP

ALL ATHLETES MUST BE USROWING MEMBERS! SIGN UP HERE! Club code is PPCCS. For a more detailed explanation of joining, see here.

Regatta Refund Policy Disclaimer
Please note that regatta entry fees are non-refundable. As regatta organizers do not issue refunds for scratched events, Litchfield Hills Rowing Club is unable to provide refunds for any scratched races, regardless of the reason, including illness, injury, or event cancellation due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

Summer Training Expectations

All athletes must arrive at practice ready to train. Rowing is an outdoor, on-water sport, and athletes should be prepared for summer conditions.

What to Wear & Bring

  • Fitted athletic clothing (no loose or baggy items)

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunblock

  • Cooling towel (recommended)

  • At least 1 liter of water in a bottle (covered by a sock to protect equipment)

Essentials to Pack

  • A post-practice snack

  • A bag with dry clothes for after practice (this is a water sport—you will get wet)

Note: LHRC does not have running water on site.

Litchfield Hills Rowing Club is a 501(c)(3) organization, serving our community with the sport of rowing.
We are an independent USRowing Club. Youth from Lakeview High & Forman School can earn Varsity letters, and our club welcomes all youth and adults who wish to pursue the sport of rowing in all of Litchfield County and our surrounding communities.