***Click here for the full 2024-25 Ontario Tech Ridgebacks Novice Rowing Information Package***
WHO CAN TRY OUT?
- ANY Ontario Tech University student
- No rowing experience necessary
- Can have prior rowing experience, but have not competed in the sport of rowing
- Must be a FULL TIME student
- Competitive sport experience an asset
PRACTICE DAYS & TIMES:
Monday – Friday: 5:00 – 7 a.m.
Saturdays (non-regatta): 6 to 8 a.m.
TRYOUTS:
Thursday, September 10, 2026:
Novice Rowing Information Session, 6:30pm – 8:30 p.m, room TBA
Saturday, September 12, 2026:
8 a.m. – noon: 2 km run & 1000 m erg test as well as orientation, dock-side training and on-water session at Durham Rowing Club, 8 Old Rail Lane, Port Perry.
Sunday, September 13, 2026:
6 a.m. – noon: On-water sessions at Durham Rowing Club
If you cannot attend any of the above listed tryouts, please let the coaches know as soon as possible as other arrangements may be made
COST:
$360: Membership fees to Durham Rowing Club
$250: Varsity Athletic Fee (includes gear, regatta fees, etc.)
Please note: there is a lot of information and forms that will need to be filled out and submitted prior to trying out – please read the following information carefully and contact Head Novice Coach Nic Biscaro (nicholasbiscaro@gmail.com) or Head Varsity Coach Jennifer Durward (jennifer.durward@ontariotechu.ca) or if you have any questions, concerns or require help
