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Learn to Row at Open House

Atlanta Junior Rowing Association hosting Aug. 17 event in Roswell.

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Learn about the Olympic sport of rowing at a free Learn to Row Open House by Atlanta Junior Rowing Association (AJRA) from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Students ages 12-18 and parents are invited to the event, which will be held at the AJRA boathouse, 245 Azalea Drive, Roswell, next to Roswell River Landing.

Activities include

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·   Tour the AJRA boathouse

·   Get into a rowing shell

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·   Learn basic technique

·   Watch race footage

·   Try out land training equipment

·   Learn about college recruiting opportunities

Coaches, rowers and parents will be on hand to answer questions.  No experience is necessary. 

For more information, visit www.ajracrew.com, email Coach Sarah Low at low508@gmail.com or call Jean Veeneman at 404-218-5802. 

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