2023 Rowing Programs

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REGISTRATION FOR SPRING AND SUMMER
PROGRAMS IS NOW OPEN

REGISTRATION FOR
SPRING AND SUMMER
JUNIOR PROGRAMS

The recommended ages for all Junior Rowing Programs at Mic Mac AAC is 12-18. However, 11-year-olds who are at least 56ʺ tall or weigh at least 70lbs will also be accepted. The following rowing programs are being offered from April–October 2022, for this age group:

a) Junior Learn to Row – Spring and Fall
c) Summer Junior Learn to Row / Recreational
e) Junior Development/Competitive Rowing

Keep reading for details!
Note that annual membership fees of $26.25 to Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA), and $15 to Row Nova Scotia (RNS) will be added to the program fee for the first program each participant joins each membership year (April 1-March 31). The RCA Online Registration system will automatically add these fees to the program fees during the registration process.

Funding Assistance:
Families seeking financial assistance are encouraged to review KidSport funding criteria to see if they are
eligible. Families can apply for up to $300 per year per child to help offset the cost of organized sport
registration and equipment. Rowing programs at Mic Mac AAC are eligible for this funding. Check out:
www.kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/apply-for-assistance/ for more information.

ROWING PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

The following rowing programs will be offered from April–October 2023, for Adults ages 21+, who are not pursuing a University Team, Provincial Team, or National Team Pathway:

  1. Adult Indoor Rowing for Fitness
  2. Adult On-Water Learn to Row Group Lessons
  3. Adult Novice
  4. Adult Recreational
  5. Adult Masters Competitive

Note that annual membership fees of $26.25 to Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA), and $15 to Row Nova Scotia (RNS) will be added to the program fee for the first program each participant joins each membership year (April 1-March 31).
The RCA Online Registration system will automatically add these fees during the registration process.

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR SPRING / SUMMER 2023 SUPERVISOR AND COACHING POSITIONS

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The Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking applicants, for the following staff positions to support its 2023 rowing programs:

  1. Rowing Program Supervisor/Coach: one position, full-time (30-40 hours / week) May-August 2023, with opportunity to work part-time starting mid-April.
  2. Rowing Coaches: 2-3 positions, full-time (30-40 hours / week) July-August 2023, with opportunity to work part-time starting in June.
  3. Rowing Coaches: part-time (4-12 hours / week), April-October 2023.

Staff are responsible for development and safe delivery of Learn to Row, Novice, Recreation and Competitive programs for all ages. Staff may also have responsibilities related to administration, program promotion, and equipment and facility maintenance.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • At least one season of on-water rowing experience
  • Current Emergency First Aid/CPR certification
  • Pleasure Craft Operators Card
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills
  • Candidates over the age of 18 must be able to provide a clear Criminal Records Check.
  • Preference will be given to applicants actively engaged in National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) training and certification, including Learn to Row Instructor, RCA Coach, and RCA Performance Coach; or equivalent.

Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume by Sunday, March 20, 2023 to micmacaacrowing@gmail.com.

Please include details of your rowing, coaching, and any other leadership experience. Interviews will be conducted with applicants March 23-30, 2023.

Indoor Winter Programs Start Monday, November 14

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Winter programs are now available for registration. Highlights include:

WINTER PROGRAMS FOR JUNIORS AGES 11-18

  • Junior Indoor Learn to Row and Recreational Rowing
  • Junior Competitive Rowing

WINTER PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS AGES 19+

  • Adult Indoor Learn to Row
  • Adult Indoor Rowing Winter Training (1/week, 2/week, 3/week, and 4/week options)
  • Weekly Weight Training
  • Adult Swimming – for Beginner and Intermediate/Experienced Swimmers

Program details can be found in the Youth and Adult tabs.

2022 Rowing Programs

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REGISTRATION FOR SPRING AND SUMMER
PROGRAMS IS NOW OPEN

REGISTRATION FOR
SPRING AND SUMMER
JUNIOR PROGRAMS
IS NOW OPEN

The recommended ages for all Junior Rowing Programs at Mic Mac AAC is 12-18. However, 11-year-olds
who are at least 56ʺ tall or weigh at least 70lbs will also be accepted. The following rowing programs are
being offered from April–October 2022, for this age group:
a) Junior Learn to Row – Spring / Fall
b) Junior Recreational Rowing – Spring / Fall
c) Junior Learn to Row / Recreational Rowing – Summer
d) Junior Novice Competitive Rowing
e) Junior Competitive Rowing

Keep reading for details!
Note that annual membership fees of $25 to Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA), and $15 to Row Nova Scotia
(RNS) will be added to the program fee for the first program each participant joins each membership
year (April 1-March 31). The RCA Online Registration system will automatically add these fees to the
program fees during the registration process.

Funding Assistance:
Families seeking financial assistance are encouraged to review KidSport funding criteria to see if they are
eligible. Families can apply for up to $300 per year per child to help offset the cost of organized sport
registration and equipment. Rowing programs at Mic Mac AAC are eligible for this funding. Check out:
www.kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/apply-for-assistance/ for more information.

Rowing Programs for Adults

The following rowing programs will be offered from April–October 2022, for Adults ages 21+, who are not pursuing a University Team, Provincial Team, or National Team Pathway:

  1. Adult Indoor Rowing Group Lessons
  2. Adult On-Water Learn to Row Group Lessons
  3. Adult Novice
  4. Adult Recreational
  5. Adult Masters Competitive
  6. U23 / Senior Competitive
  7. Dalhousie University Competitive

Note that annual membership fees of $25 to Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA), and $15 to Row Nova Scotia (RNS) will be added to the program fee for the first program each participant joins each membership year (April 1-March 31). The RCA Online Registration system will automatically add these fees during the registration process.

Winter Programs Start Monday, November 15

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Winter programs are now available for registration. Highlights include:

WINTER PROGRAMS FOR JUNIORS AGES 11-18

  • Junior Indoor Learn to Row and Recreational Rowing
  • Junior Competitive Rowing

WINTER PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS AGES 19+

  • Adult Indoor Learn to Row
  • Adult Indoor Rowing Winter Training (1/week, 2/week, 3/week, and 4/week options)
  • Adult Swimming – for Beginner and Intermediate/Experienced Swimmers

Program details can be found in the Youth and Adult tabs.

Applications Now Open for Fall 2021 Coaching Positions

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The Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking applications for the following staff positions, to support Fall rowing programs being offered from September 6-October 31, 2021:

  1. Rowing Coaches: multiple positions (part-time)

Coaches are responsible for development and safe delivery of Learn to Row, Novice, Recreational, and Competitive programs for all ages. Staff may also have responsibilities related to administration, program promotion, and equipment and facility maintenance, depending on their availability, skills, and interests.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • At least one season of rowing experience
  • Current Emergency First Aid/CPR certification
  • Pleasure Craft Operators Card
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Candidates over the age of 18 must be able to provide a clear Criminal Records Check.

Preference will be given to applicants actively engaged in National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) training and certification, including Learn to Row Instructor, RCA Coach, and RCA Performance Coach; or equivalent.

Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume by Friday, August 27, 2021 to: micmacaacrowing@gmail.com. Please include details of your rowing, coaching, and any other leadership experience, as well as all relevant training. Please also include an estimate of the number of hours you are interested in working, and any preferences for days of the week and programs to work with.

Interviews will be conducted with applicants between August 27-31, 2021, and will include discussions around availability and preferred volume of hours.

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR SPRING / SUMMER 2021 COACHING POSITIONS

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The Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking applications for the following staff positions, to support its 2021 rowing programs:

  1. Rowing Program Supervisor / Coach: one position, full-time (30-40 hours / week), May-August 2021, with opportunity to work part-time in September and October
  2. Rowing Coaches: 2-3 positions, full-time (30-40 hours / week) July-August 2021, with opportunity to work part-time starting in June, and into September and October
  3. Rowing Coaches: multiple positions, part-time (4-30 hours/week), April-October 2021

Staff are responsible for development and safe delivery of Learn to Row, Novice, Recreational, and Competitive programs for all ages. Staff may also have responsibilities related to administration, program promotion, provision of childcare services during select program days and times, and equipment and facility maintenance.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • At least one season of on-water rowing experience
  • Current Emergency First Aid/CPR certification
  • Pleasure Craft Operators Card
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Candidates over the age of 18 must be able to provide a clear Criminal Records Check.

Preference will be given to applicants actively engaged in National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) training and certification, including Learn to Row Instructor, RCA Coach, and RCA Performance Coach; or equivalent.

Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume by Sunday, March 14, 2021 to micmacaacrowing@gmail.com. Please include details of your rowing, coaching and any other leadership experience.

Interviews will be conducted with applicants either in person or by phone between March 22-28, 2021, and will include discussions around availability and preferred volume of hours. Initial offers for positions will be made by Monday, March 29, 2021.

Fall 2020 Rowing Programs start Wednesday, September 9!

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Updated September 5, 2020

We are very pleased to be able to finally announce our fall rowing programs! The weekly schedule is posted above, and additional details on each of the programs are provided in the tabs called “Rowing Programs for Youth”, and “Rowing Programs for Adults”.

Registration is now open! Step-by-step instructions on how to complete the online registration and payment process can be found on the tab called “Registration”.