1.0 THE WASHINGTON CANOE CLUB JUNIOR/SENIOR OLYMPIC SPRINT PROGRAM

The WCC Aquatics Committee, chaired by the Commodore Eric Haught is responsible for this program. Head Coach Jerzy Dziadkowiec will run the day-to-day program.

1.1 ELITE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

This program is designed for experienced paddlers with ages generally ranging between twelve and thirty; are committed to training year round, and committed to competing as part of a WCC Team at the USACK National Championships. Completion of a yearly WCC health form is required for all junior members as well as doctor's permission for participation in a rigorous athletic program. Participants must be able to successfully complete the Standard 50-5-50 Water Proficiency Test and must join the WCC as an aquatics member if their parents are not members of the WCC. Those over 22 must join the WCC as either a full member or as a member-in-waiting. Under the Elite program the WCC also offers a non-resident aquatics membership. This is available for athletes from the WCC who are away at college and/or athletes who do not live in Washington DC, it’s Maryland or Virginia region. This membership category is limited to those individuals who wish to training under the direction of the WCC head coach and represent the club on a national and/or international basis.

1.2 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the elite program a development program has been established for new paddlers and those who wish to participate on a more recreational level. This program is responsible for the recruitment and introduction of new members to the team. This will include basic and intermediate instructions aimed at bringing new athletes up to a level of conditioning so they can participate in regular workouts with the more experienced members of the team if they so choose. These athletes will participate in various local open canoe and kayak races as well as club races.

1.3 COSTS

The cost for participation is shown in the next table. In total these fees cover WCC boat use, storage for one personal sprint racing boat and coaching for the calendar year. In addition parents/athletes are responsible for membership to the USA Canoe & Kayak Team and all competition costs such as entry fees, transportation, housing and meals associated with races at the club as well as races at other venues. After the first year all team members are expected to purchase their own paddles.

Please note: The WCC application fee and WCC initiation fee are only paid the first time you apply for membership at the WCC. The WCC Membership Dues are the annual dues paid by the membership of the WCC. The coaching fee represent the additional fee paid for the Jr/Sr coaching program.

1.4 GENERAL TRAINING

Participation in weekly training under the supervision of the Coach is required in order to compete as a member of the team. Training activities will consist of sprint canoe & kayak paddling, ergometer paddling, running, swimming, weight training, stretching, etc. Periodic videotaping accompanied by technical feedback will be provided. Junior paddlers may participate in senior workouts in addition to, or in lieu of, certain weekly workouts with permission from the Coach.

1.5 WCC SPRINT TEAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

The training times are determined by the Head Coach, changes to these schedules may occur due to Time of the Year, Race Schedules, Weather Conditions, etc. Every effort will be given to notify athletes of any changes as soon as they are known.

Critical: Athletes/parents are required to notify coaches as early as possible if they are unable to make it to a practice(s) or race for any reason. This includes schoolwork, sickness, injury and/or family business. In particular, coaches need to be notified of sickness and injury particulars in order to adjust programs for the athlete when they return as well as determine exposure to other athletes.

During the Summer Season the general schedule will be as follows; however, the times maybe changed by the head coach as required. As much notification as possible will be provided. Also, a reduced program will be implemented while school is in session.

1.6 2006 SPRINT TEAM CALENDAR

To be determined

2.0 THE WASHINGTON CANOE CLUB MASTERS PROGRAM

The WCC Aquatics Committee, chaired by Commodore Eric Haught is responsible for this program. The team coach for this program is Jerzy Dziadkowiec who will be responsible for running the day-to-day program.

2.1 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

This program is designed for paddlers of all skill levels who are generally age 30 and over who are committed to training as a team, and as a minimum committed to competing as part of a WCC Team at the USACK National Championships (USMAS). Completion of a yearly WCC waiver is required. Team members are expected to help loading, unloading, and transporting of team equipment to and from races. Participants must be able to successfully complete the Standard 50-5-50 Water Proficiency Test and must be members in good standing of the WCC.

2.2 COSTS

All team members must be members in good standing of the WCC; full, member in waiting or non-resident members. This program runs from March through the end of October. The coaching fee is $65/Month. In addition, participants are responsible for membership in USACK and all competition costs such as entry fees, personal transportation, equipment transportation, housing, meals, etc. After the first year team members are expected to purchase their own paddles.

Please note: The WCC application fee and WCC initiation fee are only paid the first time you apply for membership at the WCC. The WCC Membership Dues are the annual dues paid by the membership of the WCC. The coaching fee represent the additional fee paid for the Masters coaching program.

2.3 GENERAL TRAINING

Participation in weekly training with the Masters team is expected. Training activities will consist of primarily of paddling with some ergometer workouts. General conditioning will be the responsibility of the individual athletes.

2.4 WCC MASTERS TEAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Practice Schedule: Organized practices will begin on March 5th 2004. They will run through the October 29, 2005.

Organized Practice Times: Tuesdays/Thursdays – 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Singles practice
Saturday morning -- 8:30 – 10:00 a.m -- Team boat practice

2.5 2006 MASTERS TEAM CALENDAR

To be determined.