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GMS ROWING CENTER

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• Guenter Beutter– Technical Director of GMS– Giessen University majoring in sports science and

psychology– Published research in lactic acid production and

oxygen uptake.– National coach for the German National Team 1989-

1997 (five world championships, four gold and one silver medal)

– Worked with Prof Hartman an internationally renowned sports physiologist

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• Catherine Starr– Member of OARS program for developing Olympic rowers– Local (Connecticut) family– Gold Medal Winner at U 23, 2005 World Championships

• Tim Davies– Master rower– Investor in GMS– Contributor to the O.A.R.S program

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• Benefits of Rowing– Ultimate Team Sport– Conditioning (strength and endurance)– Camaraderie (world wide rowing community)– Placement in College– Life-long sport

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• Skills:– Develops balance– Flexibility– Rowing technique (why a small person can

beat a big one)– Strength– Endurance

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• Programs:– Junior

• Development• Competitive• Elite (for those pursuing College & National Team

selection– Courses

• Spring (March 13th – June 2nd)• Summer Camp (June 12th – August 11th)• Fall (Sept 11th – Nov 3rd)• Winter (Nov 13th – March 9th)

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• Likely to Most Appeal to:– Those with endurance and strength (cross

country runners, tri-athletes, swimmers & good team game players)

– Interested in having a different angle for college applications

– Those with determination– ARE YOU UP TO IT? (Not for the faint hearted)

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• Development:– Learn how to balance a boat– Learn technique– Learn the benefits of team work– Develop fitness and strength– Exposure to competition – regattas

• Competition– Honing technique– Working as a crew (team work)– Developing fitness and strength– Competing for real

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• Elite– Selected on results and commitment– Honing technique– Improving fitness and strength– Competing at Regional, National and

potentially World events – College Recruitment – attaining the required

standard to gain entry (before academic requirements)

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• What You Have to Do:– Sign on to Spring Rowing Program

• See Athletic Director• Complete and return Junior Registration Form –

available on Web site

– Visit www.gmsrowingcenter.us including• Programs; Camps; Race Schedules• Copy of Presentation

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US Olympic Rowing medal winners at the White House

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