The Junior Winter Training Program returns for 2026!
Victoria’s largest and first hyper-tailored winter training program for juniors has arrived in a brand new, never-before-seen format. This year's program offers targeted squads for junior-age rowers in Year 9, Year 10, or Year 11:
Year 9 Ergometer Masterclass An 8-week ergometer-specific program designed to build the aerobic engine and the mental toolkit required to smash school selections. Learn how to love the ergometer, unlocking the best season of your life for 2027.
Year 10 Hybrid Winter Squad An 8-week hybrid on-water and on-land program coached by the elite alumni of MGS, St Catherine’s, Loreto, and many more of Victoria's top rowing schools. Access the collective knowledge of the state's most successful schools to perform at your lifetime best in 2027.
Year 11 High Performance Immersion
An 8-week program where you will integrate directly into the Mercantile U21 Youth Squad. Train alongside Victorian and Australian representatives, and remove the barriers to your potential.
To be considered for a place in one of these squads, submit your Expression of Interest today!
