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The
MRRA offers some of the most affordable rowing in the whole
of the US northeast corridor. Membership fees are deliberately
kept to a minimum in order to open rowing to the widest possible
audience and encourage members to participate in the promotion
of rowing in the community.
The
MRRA accepts new membership applications throughout the rowing
season. Prior members are required to renew their subscription
prior the start of the next season. The MRRA reserves the
right to reject a membership application.
Membership
Benefits
MRRA
members can make use of the following equipment and facilities:
The Association owns approximately 15 shells for the use
of its members - these include:
- A
full range of single sculls (1x) for different rowers of
different weights and experience (including very stable
beginner shells to fine lightweight racing shells)
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Three double sculls (2x)
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One Quad
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Rowing orientated gym equipment and weights are shared with
both the UML and LHS (Lowell High School) rowing programs;
MRRA members have access to the facilities when not used
by those programs. MRRA owns a number of the ergometers
included in the equipment.
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Members can make use of the shower and changing facilities
in the boathouse.
- A
launch is available for coaching
Membership
Application
To
join the MRRA applicants are required to:
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complete the on-line application form
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complete a swimming proficiency test (certified by a Red
Cross lifeguard - sorry, no substitute forms or affidavits
can be accepted)
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submit a signed copy of the release agreement (Waiver of
Liability)
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submit the application, waiver and swim test forms along with the
appropriate membership fee
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View the Safety DVD, and read and understand the Boat
Policy, the Rack
Policy and the Safety
Policy.
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on acceptance, undergo an orientation by one of the senior
members of the MRRA, and pass a proficiency test demonstrating
basic boat handling skills before being allowed to use club
equipment.
An
ongoing requirement of all members of the MRRA is that they
become active participants in the events and programs the
association helps organize. There are many ways members can
play a role that can fit any personal schedule.
The
following forms must be completed to apply to become a member
of the MRRA:
Membership
Requirements
Members
are required to participate in one or more of the events and
programs of the MRRA. Members have the opportunity to participate
in the following:
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MRRA
Officer Duties
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Festival Regatta (ALL members required to
participate)
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Textile River Regatta (ALL members
required to participate)
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Learn to Scull Program
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Equipment/Facilities Maintenance
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Safety Committee
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Marketing & PR
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If you have a special skill, we have a job
that can use it.
Please make no
mistake, this is a NON-PROFIT VOLUNTEER DRIVEN CLUB that
promotes ACCESSIBILITY to anyone who enjoys rowing. It's
not a question of IF you can help make it work, it's a
question of HOW MANY DIFFERENT WAYS you can make it
work. Plan on donating your time. If you don't
have time, ask us about donating your money.
Fees for Current Rowing Season
New and Returning Membership
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Individual - $200,
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Family - $200
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After
June LTR Sculling Program - $100
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After July Sculling Program - $100
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College or HS Student 18 or older (Summer Only - row from June 1
through Aug 31 only) with STRINGENT WORK REQUIREMENTS,
$50.
Other equipment limitations apply, you will need to check
in with the Boat Captain before your application will be
accepted. Students under 18 must join with a parent
or legal custodian at the Family rate and may only row
with adult supervision.
Rack
Rental (Not guaranteed, waiting list applies, see Boat
Captain)
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$200 for single,
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$300 for 2x
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