Tabor Training: Sweep Summit FAQ

​When and where is this camp?

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June 18-June 21, 2026

• Thursday-Saturday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Sunday: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM​

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Tabor Academy (Marion, MA)

• Secondary site at Watuppa Rowing (Fall River, MA)​

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What does a typical day at camp look like?
 

6:00–7:00 AM – Breakfast
7:30–9:30 AM – Water Practice #1
10:00–11:00 AM – Snack & Educational Seminar
11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Water Practice #2
1:00–2:00 PM – Lunch
2:00–3:00 PM – Midday Break
3:00–4:00 PM – Additional Seminar
4:00–9:00 PM – Free time, evening activities, team hangouts

 

Note: This is a training-focused camp designed to build technical consistency, aerobic capacity, and race-readiness—not a typical rowing vacation (although there will be down time!). Expect purposeful practices, clear feedback, and structured work, with relaxing evenings.

Final itinerary subject to change based on conditions, group composition, etc.

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What kinds of educational seminars can I expect?

Seminar topics are tailored to the group’s racing goals and may include:

✅ Stroke efficiency & sweep technical models
✅ Race plan development
✅ Mental performance strategies
✅ Coxswain communication for sweep boats
✅ Strength training for power & durability
✅ Mastering the start sequence
✅ Managing training load during racing season
…and more!
 

What will campers do during evening downtime?

Evenings are open for rest or optional group activities such as:

• Exploring downtown Marion

• Visiting Marion’s waterfront spots

• Team social time on campus

• Unstructured erg or mobility sessions

• Recovery walks or sunset bay views

• Crew bonding time in the dorms

A detailed list of optional activities and local recommendations will be sent before camp.
 

What is the registration cost and what’s included?

Before April 1:

• Day Camper (2 meals/day, no housing): $895

• All-Inclusive Camper (on-campus housing + 3 meals/day): $995

After April 1: $995/$1095
 

Both registration types include:
✔️ All coaching & instruction
✔️ Access to boats and all equipment
✔️ Two water sessions per day
✔️ All seminars & group meetings
✔️ Video footage when applicable
✔️ On-Campus Housing + Meals (Day Campers have 2 meals/day)
✔️ Coxswain support (we provide coxswains!)
✔️ Select camp merchandise

Bringing your team or several teammates? Contact us for group pricing for 4+ athletes!
 

Should I come solo or can I bring my crew?

 

Both are great!​

• If you come solo, we will put you with a variety of other rowers (and new friends).

• You can bring your entire sweep lineup and work specifically on your boat for racing season.

• You may have a few mixed sessions with other athletes, but we do our best to honor lineup goals!
   

Will you provide coxswains?

Absolutely—however, if your coxswain wants to attend, have them reach out!
 

Are there any age, gender, or skill restrictions?
 

This camp is open to all adult rowers (18+) with sweep experience (at least 1 full season, or equivalent*) or advanced* scullers interested in learning to sweep.

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*Unsure if this applies to you? Reach out to us and we can talk through it!
 

What training sites will be used?

Most sessions occur at Tabor Academy (“School by the Sea”), offering a beautiful and technically rich sweep training environment.

• Full fleet of 8+s and 4+s

• Indoor rowing tank for focused blade work 

• Classrooms

• Fitness center with weight room

• Cafeteria, dorms, and recreational gathering spaces

We also utilize Watuppa Rowing Center (Fall River, MA) as an alternate site for:

• A change in scenery and access to 2-s

• Wind contingency

• Requires car-pooling
   

Still have questions?

 

📩 Contact us anytime!
We’re happy to chat through goals, group arrangements, coxswain options, or whether the day or all-inclusive option is best for you.

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Ready to sign up?