youth rowing Programs
WSRC Junior Rowing
Varsity Rowing:
The varsity rowing team is a competitive team for athletes in high school with at least one full season of racing experience. Athletes will train both on and off the water and have opportunities to compete at various races at the local, state, and national level.
Novice Rowing:
The novice team is a competitive team for athletes in high school wanting to try a new sport! Learn how to row and have the opportunity to compete at races. No experience necessary!
Questions? Contact Head Coach Lily Keane at lily@wsrc.org
Novice Coaches: Julia Vicaretti and Allie Fontanese
Assistant Coaches: Connor Schafer and Jimmy Croglio
WSRC Middle School Fall Rowing
Middle School Fall 2026 Practice Schedule:
West Side Rowing Club’s Middle School Program introduces young athletes to the exciting sport of rowing in a fun, supportive, and team-focused environment. Designed for students in grades 6–8, the program emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and confidence both on and off the water. Athletes learn proper rowing technique, water safety, and boat handling while building strength, endurance, and friendships. With experienced coaches and a strong emphasis on sportsmanship and personal growth, our middle school rowers develop a solid foundation that prepares them for future competitive opportunities while fostering a lifelong love of the sport.
As the West Side Rowing Club continues to grow, we remain committed to expanding opportunities for our athletes and providing a clear pathway for long-term development. This fall, we're excited to introduce additional programming options for our middle school rowers, designed to help athletes build their skills, gain more experience on the water, and prepare for the next step in their rowing journey.
These new opportunities are especially beneficial for students who are interested in rowing at the high school level. By providing additional practice and training opportunities, athletes will have the chance to further develop their technique, increase their confidence, and establish a strong foundation for future success, while continuing to enjoy the camaraderie and fun that make rowing such a rewarding sport.
Questions? Contact Head Coach Lily Keane at lily@wsrc.org or Middle School Head Coach Mary Banks at mbanks@wsrc.org
Assistant Coaches: Addie Naylor and Jaime Bennett
Program Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rowers must attend only on the days for which they are registered throughout the entire season.
6th and 7th grade rowers are not permitted to register for or participate on all four practice days.
8th grade rowers may be eligible to row all four days with prior approval. Please contact Mary Banks, Director of Middle School Programming, for approval and information regarding the adjusted program fee.
September 14/15th - November 7th
Price: M/W/TH - $349 & T/TH $249
WSRC Varsity/novice Fall 2026 Practice Schedule:
Program Dates: September 8th - November 8th
Varsity Practice Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:45pm - 7:00 pm, Saturday 8-10 a.m.
Novice Practice Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:45pm - 7:00pm
Price: $650
Homeschool Rowing Fall Program 2026
10-Week Program
September 1st - November 3rd
1:00pm - 3:00pm on Tuesdays
Program Cost: $165
Coaches: Hilary Epes-Oballim & Dan Knorr
middle school rowing
School Year Programming
The West Side Rowing Club Middle School Program is open to athletes in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who are interested in learning about rowing and exploring Buffalo’s waterfront.
The Middle School program is designed as a learn to row program rather than a competitive racing program.
The West Side Rowing Club offers a summer rowing camp for ages 11-16. Crew Camp is a great way to try out the sport and see if it’s a good fit. It’s also a great opportunity to make friends and try something new!
Summer Programming
junior rowing
The West Side Rowing Club High School Program is open to athletes in 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade who attend a high school that does not have it’s own rowing program.
The High School program is separated into a competitive Novice and Varsity team. Athletes will compete in Canada, and the North Eastern region of the U.S.
School Year Programming
During the Summer every junior athlete competes for the Club team, regardless of school affiliation. Teams are separated into aged based categories of U17 and U19 teams or competitive sculling.
Teams will compete at both U.S. and Canadian Regattas.