BRC Summer Youth Camp
BRC SUMMER YOUTH CAMP
2025, Over 50 Years of Happy Campers...
The Brockville Rowing Club's Summer Youth Camp is the perfect way for young adventurers to dip their oars into the sport of rowing while having a blast on the St. Lawrence River!
For over 50 years, our camp has been the starting line for young rowers - some just trying it for fun, other destined for Canadian National Teams, earning scholarships, and even becoming provincial and national champs!
Whether your child is looking for a fun summer challenge, a way to make new friends, or a sport they can grow with, our camp is where it all begins. No experience needed - just a love for the outdoors and a willingness to try something new.
Spaces fill up fast, so don't miss the boat! Sign up today and get your child out on the river this summer.
2025 Camp Weeks:
July 7th - 11th
July 14th - 18th
July 21st - 25th
July 28th - August 1st
Registration Schedule & Fees
Early Registration (Mar 10 - Apr 30)
- 1 Week $225.00
Regular Registration (May 1 - June 16)
- 1 Week$250.00
Quick Facts:
- All camp weeks run Monday - Friday, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM (noon). Drop off starts at the BRC at 8am.
- Can't pick up right at noon? No worries, send us an email and we can make sure your camper has a safe place to stay while they wait for pick-up.
- Can't pick up right at noon? No worries, send us an email and we can make sure your camper has a safe place to stay while they wait for pick-up.
- All camp weeks can fit a maximum of 20 Campers per week. Once these spots are filled, you can be put on a waiting list in case availability changes.
- What to bring:
- A reusable water bottle
- Snacks
- A sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit/towel
- Running shoes
- Change of clothes
- A positive attitude!
A DAY AT CAMP...
Arrival and Check-In
8:00 - 8:30AM
Come down and get ready for the day's activities!
Intro and Warm-Up
8:30 - 9:00AM
Goals/Activities for the day, warm-up games, and preparing for rowing.
Pre-Water Safety
9:00 - 9:15AM
A quick in class brief on safety considerations, and what skills we'll be learning that day.
On-Water Lesson
9:15 - 10:45AM
Time on the river! Learning everything there is to learn about rowing safely and effortlessly.
Tidy & Cool-Down
10:45 - 11:15AM
Clean the equipment by putting our boats away, and cool down after our row.
Wrap-Up & Games
11:15AM - 12:30PM
Team building games, questions/answers, and a reflection on the day at camp.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about the BRC's Summer Youth Camp.
For additional questions, please contact: camps@brockvillerowingclub.com
Our summer camp program is designed for kids between the ages of 11 - 14.
Why 11 - 14 you ask? Rowing is similar to a sport like golf, in that learning how to hold the equipment (and in our case, sit in the equipment), is a skill in and of itself. We've found that the age range of 11 - 14 is the sweet spot for kids to be tall and mature enough, as well as to be able to fully understand the sport and have a ton of fun doing it!
There are two different styles in rowing: sweep (one oar per person), and sculling (two oars per person). There are also two different disciplines in the sport: traditional/flat-water rowing, and coastal/ocean rowing.
Here at the BRC, we're fortunate enough to be able to offer all of the above to our campers! They can expect to learn how to row in several different boats, in each style, and try out both disciplines!
Safety is #1. Every morning, the BRC staff will determine if the weather is suitable for rowing that day. If it is too windy or there are chances of thunder showers, campers will have fun doing on-land activities in the clubhouse and surrounding area.
Gloomy weather? Don't worry, our councillors will keep your camper busy with a smile on their face!
Rowing is a on-water sport. While there are risks to being on a body of water, the Brockville Rowing Club takes pride in the safety measures we employ to ensure everyone can have a fun and safe camp experience.
We require that all campers are able to swim to attend the BRC's Summer Youth Camp Program. A swim test is done on the first day of each camp week to ensure everyone meets our swimming standards for rowing.
If you, your camper, or the BRC feels that a individuals swimming skills are not where they need to be to safely be on the water, we provide certified PFDs for those campers.
The Brockville Rowing Club is proud to offer financial assistance to families who are unable to pay the full registration fee.
Thanks to the assistance of generous donor and benefactors of the community, the BRC can continue its Summer Youth Camp mission to offer our experience to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.
Please email camps@brockvillerowingclub.com for any matters regarding financial assistance, and we would happily assist. Rowing is for everyone, and it's our goal to help break down barriers of entry for rowing in the Brockville and surrounding areas.
Cancellations happen, we get it.
If you need to cancel a sign-up for one or more weeks of our Summer Youth Camp, we require a minimum of two weeks notice from the first day of the camp.
Provided we receive a full two-weeks notice, we will refund you 50% of the registration cost or a spot in a future camp week (pending availability). Refunds will not be provided if the cancellation is received with less than two-weeks notice.
For any questions, or to cancel a registration, please email us at camps@brockvillerowingclub.com.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
Did you know?
Every summer, campers who love rowing and want to learn more about the sport can join our Bantam Program!
The goal of the Bantam Program is to further enhance an athletes rowing skills in a fun and supportive environment.
We aim to race with our Bantam Program as the BRC against other clubs towards the end of summer and into the fall with the start of our High School Rowing program.
Endorsed by Conlin McCabe, 3-Time Olympian and Olympic Silver Medalist
