Year 8 Learn to Row 2018
Dear Year 8 Families,
Melbourne Girls’ College offers an optional Learn to Row Program for all Year 8 students in Term 3. Over 10 weeks, students will be introduced to the world of rowing. From team building to boat handling, water safety and, of course, lots of rowing!
The Learn to Row program involves one rowing session per week on either a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday afternoon. The program begins in Week 1 of Term 3, the week starting Monday 16th July. It will be overseen by the school’s Head Coach of rowing, Steph Burgess and Rowing Leader, Andrew Beck.
The cost of the Learn to Row Program is $220. This fee covers the cost for our coaching staff, organisation and any boat maintenance/repairs. Each session will run for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Students will be required to wear their regular winter uniform during the day and change into their sports uniform for rowing.
Learn to Row days will fill quickly and we encourage families to return their forms promptly so we can do our best to accommodate your preferences.
Please note that the Learn to Row Program is separate to the MGC Junior Rowing Program which begins in Term 4. Students who wish to join the MGC Rowing Club will need to apply for the Junior Rowing program. More information about the application process will be circulated during Term 3. We will also be holding a Rowing Information Evening for prospective Junior families on Wednesday August 15th, 2018 which will give families the opportunity to hear more about the Junior Rowing Program.
If your family would like to be part of the Year 8 Learn to Row Program in Term 3, please complete the permission form and return it with payment of $220 to Jordyn Taylor in the General Office or via email at jordyn.taylor@mgc.vic.edu.au by Thursday 21st June. Payments can be made by cash, cheque or credit card.
As this is an optional school activity payment must be received before students will be permitted to row.
Yours Sincerely,
Andrew Beck Rowing Leader
Steph Burgess Head Coach
