ARA AGM Unlike previous years the 2013 AGM was held via teleconference on account of blizzard like conditions that closed major highways across Alberta. At this years, AGM the positions of President, Treasurer and V.P Technical were up for election. Carol Hermansen who has been President of the ARA for the past 6 years was…
The bulletin will be distributed to the program coaches in each of our member clubs. In addition this bulletin and as well any previous bulletins are available on-line @ www.albertarowing.ca National Rowing Championships 18 Athletes represented Alberta in Welland, Ontario at the 2013 National Rowing Championships (NRC’s); a small boat regatta that awards a National…
The End is Near Hard to believe that the end is near for another rowing season here in Alberta. Get out while you can and enjoy the magnificent fall days that remain. University Programming For many of us we think of October as a wrap-up to the season, but for our university programs October represents…
Canada Summer Games Recap The Alberta Rowing Association’s (ARA) performance at the Canada Summer Games was an historic one. ARA athletes returned home from the games winning 6 medals (1 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze) for a third place finish on both the Men’s and Women’s point race and a best ever finish for…
The National Rowing Championships is Canada’s only regatta where rowers from across the country race off in small boats (1x & 2-) to determine a true national champion. Competition is fierce, and even Canada’s best rowers can find the experience humbling. In an effort to preserve the quality of the regatta, entry to the event…
Calgary is one of 8 Talent Development Centers located across Canada who’s purpose is to identify, test, train and develop athletes and prepare them to go on to the National Development and National Training Centers where they can continue on their pathway to the Olympic Podium. The Center is part of a High Performance Athlete…
The Canada Games regatta is underway at Lac Magog, Sherbrooke. Heats took place this morning and repechages for those events will happen this afternoon. Racing is scheduled to place Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Results are available here Follow us on Twitter @AlbertaRowing
The Alberta Rowing Association (ARA) is enthusiastic about the quality of athletes that are currently being developed right here in Alberta. It is our opinion that rowing has never been healthier in the Wild Rose Province which is a testament to our member clubs, and the commitment being made by our athletes. In an effort…
The 3rd annual ARA Development Camp will be hosted once again at the Lakeland Rowing Club in Vermilion, Alberta August 30th to September 1st, 2013 For those who are new to rowing, or who have never attended the camp here are a few details on who is welcome, what to expect, costs, etc. Who is…
Water, Water Everywhere In June of 2013, record rain falls across Southern Alberta forced thousands of Albertans to evacuate their homes; only to return home days later to find out that they had lost everything. If you or a loved one has been impacted by the floods in Southern Alberta the ARA wants to let…
