Winter Conditioning Program

Winter Conditioning Program 2025-2026

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Stone Bridge Rowing – Winter Conditioning 2025 — The Stone Bridge Rowing Team’s Winter Conditioning program is a vital part of preparing our athletes for success in the spring season. This structured program builds strength, endurance, and discipline — laying the foundation for a competitive and cohesive team.

This year, we’re continuing to emphasize a balanced approach that combines erg training, conditioning, and dedicated weight training sessions to enhance overall athletic performance.

Program Schedule - WINTER 2025

  • Dates: December 1 – February 27 (Spring tryouts: February 22–27)

  • Days: Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday (No training during Christmas Break)

  • Locations: Trailside Middle School – Erg training and conditioning (3 days per week) | Stone Bridge High School – Weight training (1 day per week)

  • Times: Trailside sessions: 4:30 PM – 6:15 PM (immediately after school) | Stone Bridge weight room: Time TBD

Given our commitment to building strong, well-rounded athletes, all team members are expected to fully participate in winter conditioning.

Athletes involved in other Stone Bridge High School winter sports should contact the SBRC coaching staff to discuss how to best prepare for spring tryouts in February. (Note: Per SBHS rules, athletes participating in another SBHS winter sport are not permitted to join winter conditioning.)competitive heights.

Communication and Registration

  • Details regarding dates, times, and locations will be provided through our new communications app, Band (details to follow).

  • Registration for Winter Conditioning opens November 3 and closes on November 28 at 11:59 PM.

Steps to Register

  1. Register with the Stone Bridge Rowing Team:

    Complete the registration form here: Stone Bridge Rowing Team Registration.

  2. Register with the SBHS Athletic Department:

    This is required to participate. Winter conditioning participants should register now for Spring Boys/Girls Crew.

    • Go to SBHS Athletic Registration.

    • Login or create an account.

    • Select Activity > Spring > Crew Boys/Girls.

    • Complete the required sections, including LCPS Parental Consent, Student Agreement, Emergency Card, Electronic Modalities Protocol, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest education (note that this includes a new mandatory webinar with a certificate upload).

  3. Submit a Current Physical with SBHS Athletic Department:

    Physicals must be dated ON or AFTER May 1, 2025.

If you have questions, contact register@sbrowing.org.

Why Join Winter Conditioning?

  • Enhanced Spring Preparedness: Athletes who participate consistently are better prepared for the competitive season.

  • Strength, Endurance, and Technique Development: With personalized coaching and the addition of agility-focused training, athletes gain a solid foundation for rowing.

  • New Athlete Introduction: For new rowers, this program provides a head start, making the transition into spring season smoother.

Prepare to bring your best and make this winter season a foundation for success in spring racing!