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Frequently Asked Questions

   
Q: What is the West Potomac Crew Club?

A:  West Potomac Crew Club is a Virginia High School League (VHSL) sponsored interscholastic club. Club sports in Fairfax County do not receive financial aid from the school or the county. The club promotes, supports, and operates the rowing program at West Potomac High School (WPHS).

Q: I have never rowed before. Can I still participate in crew?

A: Absolutely! Most students who join the team have no previous rowing experience.

Q: Do I have to try out for the team?

A: While we hope we can accept all interested and motivated students, the team size IS limited to 80 participants. Coaches will know by mid-February if we need to have tryouts for the 2016 team.  

Q: Must parents do anything other than pay the bills?

A: Yes. To make it possible for our athletes to row, every family must participate in fundraising, regatta, and operations activities. The club has instituted a volunteer obligation policy, available at the fees/volunteer tab (left sidebar).

Q: Where does the team practice?

A: Winter conditioning is held at the school. Participation is not required, but strongly encouraged, unless participating in another winter sport.  During the spring season, WP Crew currently rows at National Harbor. Other rowing site options are being explored to allow more water time for practice.

Q: What time are practices?

A: 4-6:30 pm - more information to follow

Q: Sounds good!  What is required to sign up?

A:
All forms are found at the FEES & FORMS tab or Click here to register and download. .  Forms to be completed: 
  • VHSL physical form dated May 1, 2016 or later
  • Emergency Care Card
  • Weight Room Authorization
  • Communicable Disease Form
  • Off Campus Running Permission

Other requirements:    
  • Students & their parent(s)/guardian(s) must take a short online tutorial about concussions.
  • Students must pass a minimum of 5 classes in the preceding semester (ending June 2016).
  • Parent or guardian MUST agree to Volunteer Policy during online registration.

Q: When are the forms and fees due?

A: To participate in winter conditioning, forms & first payment of $255 are due by November 30, with remaining balance of $520 due February 15.  For those athletes not participating in winter conditioning, forms & full payment of $775 are due by February 15.


All forms are to be printed, filled out and submitted to the Student Activities office before an athlete can participate in winter conditioning or Spring practice.  Click here to register and download. 

Q: I still have questions, who can answer them?

A: Contact Sheri Lapan at membership@wpcrew.org or our Booster President Debra Lane at president@wpcrew.org. For questions about the forms or the payment schedule, contact Jeff Hammer at vpadmin@wpcrew.org.
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  • Home
  • About
    • Contacts
    • Coaches
    • Our Fleet
    • FAQs
  • Athletes
    • Directions to Practice Site
    • Rowing 101 >
      • Regatta Checklist
      • Fundamentals
      • Glossary
      • Boat Basics
      • Practice Info
    • FAQs
  • Parents
    • Directions to Practice Sites
    • Volunteer
    • Forms & Fees
    • FAQs
    • Rowing 101 >
      • Regatta Checklist
      • Fundamentals
      • Glossary
      • Boat Basics
      • Practice Info
  • Calendar
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer Policy
    • Volunteer Coordinator Positions
  • Regatta Info
  • Fees & Forms
    • Forms/Links
    • Fees
  • 2017-18 Photos, Videos & News
    • 2017-18 Season Set Up
    • Ergathon 2018
    • Practice Photos
    • Polar Bear Regatta
    • Walter Mess Regatta
    • Boat Dedication
    • James River
  • Sponsors
  • Archive
    • 2016-2017 Photos, Videos & News >
      • 2017 Year End Photos & Videos
      • February 25 Practice at National Harbor
      • March 18 Practice at National Harbor
      • Polar Bear Regatta March 25
      • Regional Park Regatta April 8
      • James River Regatta April 8
      • Darrell Winslow Regatta April 15
      • Ted Phoenix Regatta April 22
      • Charlie Butt Regatta
      • VASRA Champs May 6
      • 2015-16 News
      • Video Library
    • 2015-2016 Season >
      • Ergathon 2016
      • Ops Days
      • First Day of 2016 Season Practice
      • TC Williams Invitational
      • Building the New Dock
      • Polar Bear Regatta
      • Regional Park Regatta
      • Darrell Wilson Regatta
      • Charlie Butt Regatta
      • Matthews Regatta May 7
      • Stotesbury
      • Nationals
      • VASRA Championship
      • End of Year Awards & Celebration
    • 2014-2015 Season >
      • VASRA State Championship - Upper Boats
      • Ted Phoenix Regatta - May 2, 2015
      • Practice April 29, 2015
      • Charlie Butt Regatta - April, 25 2015
      • Baltimore Invitational - April 11, 2015
      • Practice April 2, 2015
      • Regional Park Regatta - March 28, 2015
      • Boat Dedication - March 14, 2015
      • Erg-A-Thon 2015
    • 2013-2014 Season
    • 2012-2013 Season
  • Alumni Crew
  • Uniforms & Spiritwear