SPRING - SBRC COMPETITION SEASON

Stone Bridge High School Spring Crew Program

Spring is the primary competitive season for rowing at Stone Bridge High School. Our athletes will begin with winter conditioning prior to transitioning to water training. Rowing is a challenging but highly rewarding sport, demanding endurance, strength, skill, teamwork, and mental toughness. Rowers are among the toughest, most determined athletes you will meet, and the sense of accomplishment that comes from competing is unparalleled.

Cost & Fundraising

  • Total Cost: $1,300 (divided into two portions)

    • Dues: $800

    • Fundraising Commitment: $500

  • The fee covers:

    • Use of rowing equipment

    • Regatta entry fees

    • Hospitality (food for athletes during races)

  • Additional expenses:

    • Uniform: Approx. $100

    • US Rowing Membership: Approx. $25/year

    • Travel: Costs associated with out-of-town regattas and national championships, if applicable

    • Hospitality Tent Donations: Supplementary support for race-day hospitality

  • Note: Stone Bridge Rowing is a self-funded, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and does not receive financial support from the school or Loudoun County Public Schools. The club is run by a board of parent volunteers.

Participation Requirements

  • Open to Stone Bridge High School students only.

  • Swimming Skills: All athletes must demonstrate basic swimming abilities before participating in on-water practices. A swim test will be held before water practices begin.

  • Physical Exam: A current VHSL physical form (dated after May 1, 2022) is required for participation. Forms can be found at VHSL.org or via the SBHS Athletic Registration site.

  • Commitment: Athletes are expected to commit fully to the team, attending all practices and races unless prior approval is obtained from the head coach. Vacations during the season are discouraged.

Winter Conditioning

  • Schedule: Held on select days from 4:45-7:00 PM at Trailside Middle School cafeteria, starting after Thanksgiving and concluding with tryouts in February.

  • Focus: Practices are led by coaches and include erg (rowing machine) workouts and circuit training, designed to prepare athletes for the spring season.

  • Attendance: While not mandatory, it is strongly encouraged. Athletes who consistently attend Winter Conditioning are typically better prepared for spring races and may be more likely to earn spots in the most competitive lineups.

Rowing Location

  • Spring Practices: Conducted on the Potomac River at Algonkian Regional Park (47001 Fairway Dr, Sterling VA 20165).

  • Parking/Drop-off: Athlete parking is located in the gravel lot next to the sports field. Please avoid parking in the paved boat ramp lot. Athletes will walk approximately 5 minutes from the parking area to the boat ramp.

Spring Season Schedule

  • Tryouts: Held the week of February 20, 2024, using ergometers (rowing machines) to evaluate athletes. Tryouts will help determine boat placement and, if necessary, the team roster, based on available equipment and safety ratios.

  • Spring Practices: Daily weekday practices, with regattas and additional practices on Saturdays from March through May.

  • Championship Season: Athletes may have the opportunity to compete in state championships in May/June and potentially in national-level events.

Required Forms

  • All athletes must complete all required forms online before participation. Forms include the VHSL Physical Examination Form, which must be turned in to the SBHS Athletic Director by February 14, 2024.

  • Incomplete forms will result in disqualification from participation in tryouts and practices.

  • Swim Test: New athletes must pass the swim test before joining on-the-water practices.

Registration Information

Registration Deadline: February 10, 2024

  1. Complete the Online Registration: Stone Bridge Rowing Registration Form

  2. Submit the VHSL Physical Examination Form: Email to joan.windows@lcps.org or drop off at the school front desk. Deadline: February 14, 2024.

  3. Register with SBHS Athletics: Complete the SBHS Athletic Department Registration.

Financial Obligation & Payment Schedule

  • Dues:

    • $400 due by February 27, 2024

    • $400 due by March 13, 2024

  • Fundraising Commitment:

    • $500 due by May 14, 2024

Sibling Discount: $100 off for a second athlete in the same family (applied as $50 off each installment).

Payment Options

  • Check: Make checks payable to “SBRC” and mail to:

    • SBRC

    • P.O. Box 4041

    • Ashburn, VA 20148

  • PayPal/Credit Card: Additional fees apply for online payments.

Contact Information

For registration-related questions, please email: register@sbrowing.org

For questions regarding team participation, please contact the head coach at: head_coach@sbrowing.org.