Junior Development Program
Fun, fitness, and skill development for athletes aged 12–16 with some prior rowing experience. A launchpad to competitive programs or a place to keep loving the sport.
Build the skills, then race them
The Junior Development program builds the fundamental skills athletes need to row comfortably in different conditions and crew combinations. Skills competitions run weekly. JDP is a launchpad for athletes who want to step up to the club competitive program - and a great home for athletes who love rowing but also play other sports.
Stationary balance, backing, spinning - structured drills with tracked progress.
A clear pathway for athletes ready for higher-volume training and the racing circuit.
Built for multi-sport athletes - 2-day or 3-day options fit busy school schedules.
First program of the calendar year includes the one-time RCA fee of $51.05. Already registered for an earlier 2026 program? The lower returning rate applies. See full 2026 fee chart
Three steps to your spot
New athletes need a Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) account before their first session. It takes 5 minutes, and the one-time $51.05 RCA fee covers you for the full calendar year. Already registered for an earlier 2026 program? Skip to step 1.
Set up your RCA accountComplete the SCRC athlete registration form
Fill out the under-18 Jotform with your athlete's details, parent contact, emergency contact, and waiver acknowledgements.
Open registration formPay your program fee by e-Transfer
Send your e-Transfer to scrcpayments@gmail.com with security answer "rowing". In the memo, put athlete name + Junior Development.
You’re in - see you on the water
Your coach will be in touch with the practice schedule, gear list, and what to bring on Day 1.
Not sure if Junior Development is the right fit?
Reach out — happy to help you find the right spot.