Competitive Varsity & Novice
AJRA Competitive Squads compete at the highest level of high school rowing, racing against many premier rowing teams in the Southeast. Men and women compete at the novice level for their first two seasons regardless of age and are then eligible for the appropriate varsity squad.
The first two weeks are an easy way for you to “try out” the commitment of competitive rowing for you and your family’s schedule, before committing financially to the full season. Athletes should possess a positive attitude, work ethic, and be a good teammate. Although we do not do “cuts,” attendance, athleticism (e.g. fitness, strength), erg scores, and rowing technique will all contribute to boat selection.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
FALL 2025: August 4 (Varsity) | August 11 (Novice) through November 8, 2025
SPRING 2026: January 5 (both Varsity and Novice) - May 11, 2026
If your Varsity or Novice athlete qualifies for Nationals, expect the season to extend through mid-June.
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​LOCATION: AJRA Boathouse, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell, GA 30075​
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Practices are held at the AJRA boathouse in Roswell on:
Weekdays 4:30pm-7pm and weekends 7am-9:30am or 9am-11:30am depending on squad.
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Fall rowing practices run mid-August through mid-November and are held five days a week.
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Spring rowing practices are held six days per week and begin in late January running through mid-May.
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Novice practices focus on rowing technique, strength training and teamwork needed for speed and competitiveness on the water.
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Varsity practice includes extensive strength and conditioning training on the water and land.
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If your Varsity or Novice athlete qualifies for Nationals, expect the season to extend through mid-June.
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REGISTER BEFORE JULY 20th & RECEIVE $50 OFF! (Note, the discount will be applied at the check-out)
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Click "JOIN NOW" for more information and to register.​​​​
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Should you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us 770-835-5769 or contact@atlantajuniors.com
TRAVEL
Our registration fees cover travel costs to all regattas except those designated for select teams (Head of the Charles, AYC I and Youth Nationals require additional fees). Registration fees include bus transportation, hotel stays, and meals from our food tent. Fall racing includes 2 regattas and Spring includes 4 regattas. Most are 4-7 hours driving distance to Atlanta. More details on the racing schedule will be provided at our parent meetings held after the first week of practices. Below you will find the tentative schedule for fall and spring season. Once registered, access to the AJRA parent portal will be available. ​​
9.20.25
First 500 River Cleanup (All Varsity, Novice)
Roswell, GA
10.11.25
Music City Head Race
(All Varsity, Novice, select DSquad) Nashville, TN
10.17.25
Head of the Charles (Select Varsity)
Boston, MA
11.1.25
Head of the Hooch
(All Varsity, Novice)
Chattanooga, TN
11.8.25
Sandbar Scramble Exhibition
(All Varsity, Novice, DSquads, Rec)
Roswell, GA
2.14.26
AYC 1 (All Varsity, Novice)
Sarasota, FL
3.14.26
Shamrock Scrimmage
(All Varsity, Novice, and select DSquad)
Gainesville, GA
4.25.26
Dogwood Championships
(All Varsity, Novice) Oak Ridge, TN
5.9.26
Southeast Regionals
(All Varsity, Novice)
Sarasota, FL
5.16.26
Roswell Rumble
(DSquads and Rec)
Roswell, GA
COLLEGIATE RECORD
AJRA rowers spend a lot of time at the boathouse during challenging academic school years. They learn very quickly how to manage time efficiently and stay focused in order to achieve academic excellence. The structure and skill required of AJRA athletes provide lifelong benefits, and by the time they are seniors, AJRA rowers demonstrate how discipline and perseverance make them successful both on and off the water.
