Our Rowing Program
Rowing into the Record Books!
The St Catherine's Rowing Club has had a relatively short but illustrious history. Starting in 1987, the program has become one of the largest and most successful in the country. We were especially proud that our First Eight placed Third at the Australian Rowing Championships and a Second (0.026 seconds behind Geelong Grammar) at the Head of the Schoolgirls Regatta in 2009 - amazing achievements! St Catherine's was the only school to be on the podium at the Nationals in both 2008 and 2009.
Based at the Power House Rowing Club on the Yarra River, St Catherine's rowers travel great distances each year to attend State and National Championships, various club regattas and the annual Head of the Schoolgirls Regatta, in which the School has enjoyed much success.
After students leave School, girls are provided with the opportunity to develop their coaching skills as part of the St Catherine's Rowing Club coach development program.
The St Catherine's Rowing Program Vision is to:
- Enhance the physical, mental and personal development of students through the enjoyment of rowing
- Challenge girls to achieve their personal best through team and commitment
- Foster friendships and school spirit amongst rowers, coaches, parents and staff.
The Heyington Club Auxiliary
The Auxiliary is affiliated with the St Catherine's Parents' and Friends' Association, comprising St Catherine's families. This Club supports the advancement and promotes the enjoyment of the School's Rowing program. The fundraising activities run by the Club enable the purchase of new boats, oars and other rowing equipment for our Rowing girls.
Our Regatta Calendar
- Monday 9 August 6.30 pm: New Rowers/Year 8 Rowing Information Evening
- October: Training commences at the start of Term 4
Major Training and Competition Dates for 2010/11 Rowers
Senior Rowing Camp 1
Thursday 9 December - Monday 13 December 2010
Senior Rowing Camp 2
Friday 14 January - Thursday 20 January 2011
Junior Camp
Monday 17 January - Friday 21 January 2011
Australian Rowing Nationals
Thursday 10 March - Sunday 13 March 2011
Head of the Schoolgirls
Saturday 19 March - Sunday 20 March 2011
Click here for all the latest information on the Head of Schoolgirls.