BARC FAQ
This FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) is designed to help orient you to our club. Its contents include:
How do I join the club?If you are new to rowing and interested in lessons or an experienced rower that wants to join the club, please contact Theresa Tompkins via email membership@barchouston.org.
In order to join the club, you must either be going through the BARC training system (formal or private classes or other club-approved program) or have prior rowing experience. Those with prior rowing experience are REQUIRED to have their expertise checked out by an "approved" club instructor/agent in order to ensure your safety and that of the club’s resources.
Each prospective member must complete the Membership Data Sheet and Liability Waiver prior to participating in any club activity or use club equipment or facilities. Completed forms should be placed in the MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR mail folder located in the filing cabinet next to the sign-out desk and a call or email to me is greatly appreciated. Along with this information, new members should also submit a check payable to BARC covering their membership fees. Membership dues and boat storage fees are normally paid on a quarterly basis with members receiving invoices in their newsletters.
A Membership Handbook can be obtained from the boathoue. We strongly encourage you to become familiar with the contents of the Membership Handbook. It outlines club policies, boathouse procedures, safety concerns, etc. Understanding this document will make time spent on the water an enjoyable experience for both you and other BARC members. We also encourage members to join the United States Rowing Association (USRA). A membership application for it can be obtained at the boathouse as well. (Back to top)
Sculling Demo: "Try-It-You’ll-Like-It" is a 2 hour demo (typically held the 1st Saturday of the month during the summer months) for non-rowers meant to give the "flavor" of rowing. The fee is $10 which may be subsequently applied towards the sculling class fee.Sculling Class: Consists of 6 - 8 hour of instruction spread over 4 days (typically starts the 4th or last Saturday & Sunday mornings of the month & the following Tuesday & Wednesday evenings), April through September. The fee is $70 which includes one month club membership after the conclusion of lessons .
Send an e-mail to classes@barchouston.org for scheduling information. (Back to top)
Membership Dues
Single: $60 per quarter
Family: $90 per quarter
Collegiate/Student: $36 per quarter
Other: To be negotiated depending upon circumstances pending BOD approval.
Shell Storage
Single Scull: $50 per quarter
Double Scull: $65 per quarter
Four/Quad: $120 per quarter
Eight: $150 per quarter
Only dues paid members may use club facilities and store rowing shells. Shell storage is offered on a first-come/first-served basis after consultation with the Boathouse Director.
Members are invoiced at the beginning of each quarter (January, April, July, October). All dues & fees are pro-rated (in 1 month increments) if membership/storage begins some time other than the beginning of a quarter.(Back to top)
LOCATION
Boathouse location: Clear Lake Park
5001 NASA Road 1
Seabrook, TX 77586
MAILING ADDRESS
Bay Area Rowing Club of Houston
P. O. Box 580374
Houston, TX 77258-0374
e-mail: membership@barchouston.org
Web: www.barchouston.org
President: Theresa Tompkins, info@barchouston.org
Vice President: Marilyn Bullard,
Treasurer: Karl Zimmer, treasurer@barchouston.org
Secretary: Zachary Putnam
Board of Director #1: Peter Day
Board of Director #2: Carlos Westhelle
Board of Director #3: Larry Price
Board of Director #4: John Kowalsky
CLUB APPOINTED OFFICERS
Membership Director: Theresa Tompkins, membership@barchouston.org
Rowing Development: Hannes Hofer, classes@barchouston.org
"StrokeWatch" Newsletter Editor: Martha Hood, newsletter@barchouston.org
Webmaster: Hannes Hofer, webmaster@barchouston.org
Equipment Scheduling: Hannes Hofer, schedule@barchouston.org
Equipment Manager: Larry Price
Boathouse Manager: Dennis Leenhouts
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