Middle School Competitive Program (Fall 2026)

The Middle School Racing Program is designed for athletes who have experience in a competitive racing program, a learn-to-row (Discover Rowing) program, or a summer camp.

Practice Schedule

Aug 31, 2026– Nov 4, 2026
4pm-6:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8am-11am Saturday 

Who It’s For

This program is for experienced middle school athletes who are prepared to:

• Attend practice three days per week
• Train and race as part of a competitive team
• Communicate absences in advance
• Support their teammates through consistent attendance and effort

With very few exceptions, middle school athletes (6th-8th grades) should sign up for this program. If they would like to apply to be part of the High School Program and are able to commit to the 6-day/week schedule, they should reach out to info@tbcracing.org.  In general, middle schoolers will be best suited for the training program within the Middle School Experienced program.

Facilities

We row out of Thompson’s Boat Center, 2800 Virginia Ave, NW Washington, DC 20037.

In addition, TBC Racing operates a dedicated indoor training facility in the Watergate Office Building at 2800 Virginia Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20037. The facility allows athletes to train on land before or after practice and when weather conditions prevent rowing. It also includes space for athletes to complete homework between school and practice, as well as changing rooms and restrooms.

Attendance and Race Selection

Consistent attendance is essential. Coaches build lineups and training plans around the athletes who are regularly available, and every absence affects the entire crew.

Race selection will be based on attendance, effort, performance, attitude, and the needs of the team.

Committing to the Middle School Program means committing not only to your own progress, but also to the teammates who depend on you.

Regatta Schedule

Sweepers Head of the Potomac – Sept 26 (Washington, DC)

Tail of the Potomac – Oct 31 (Washington, DC)

Registration Fee

$1200 – includes training and all regattas listed above.