The beginning of our training programme officially starts on Feb 1st but for those that have committed to P3 and want to attend these two early competitions by trying for a seat in the men's and women's 8, you must submit a 2k test to me by Thurs Jan 30th.
Of those interested, the fastest 10 times (8 plus two spares) will INITIALLY make the boat.
*I understand there is some trepidation here that this objective measure is the "be all and end all" of getting a seat in one of the boats. This isn't the case. Selecting a crew deals with a complex set of variables for a coach to navigate through and does include, availability, attitude, commitment, technical ability, coachability, and sticktoitiveness. completing a 2k test shows your coach that you have the commitment, positive attitude, basic technical ability, and fitness in order for you to be considered for a seat.
If you personally would like further, one on one, explanation from either Jesse, Pierre or myself, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
You all got a small taste this morning of what's ahead so I hope you are as enthused as I am!
Looking forward to tomorrow's rowing!
Btw: those whom are competing at Beat the Beast, you may use that score.
D.
-- Edited by coachdave on Saturday 25th of January 2014 06:01:30 PM
-- Edited by coachdave on Sunday 26th of January 2014 11:20:59 AM
