Rowing | Westlake Girls High School

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URL: https://westlakegirls.bridge.school.nz/

2025-26 key dates

New Season welcome meeting – 10 September
Money Cake fundraiser starts – 19 September
Spring Camp – Whakamaru – 21-24 September
Parents welcome evening at Fantail & Turtle – 12 October, 4pm
Eric Verdonk Regatta – Lake Pupuke – 18 October
Bennett Shield – Lake Pupuke – 19 October
Wine/Gin and Vodka fundraiser – from 2 November
Movie fundraiser – 9 November at Takapuna Beach Cinema, 3:30pm
Club Regatta – Lake Karapiro – 28-30 November
Christmas Regatta – Lake Karapiro – 11-14 December
Summer Camp – Epworth – 7th – 12th January
Head of Harbour – Lake Pupuke – 8th February
Junior Regatta – Lake Karapiro – 13th – 15th February
NISS Regatta – Lake Karapiro – 5th – 8th March
Finishing Camp – Epworth – 13th – 15th March
Maadi Cup – Lake Ruataniwha – 20th – 29th March

Westlake Girls Rowing Programme

Westlake Girls Rowing is a well-established and highly successful sports programme. As one of the school’s targeted sports, our athletes are deeply committed to achieving excellence. Under the leadership of Head Coach Jordan Stanley, the squad competes in all major Auckland and regional regattas, culminating in the prestigious New Zealand Secondary Schools Championships, held at Lake Ruataniwha in 2026.

The rowing season kicks off in September with Spring Camp and wraps up in March at the Maadi Cup. For beginners, our Learn to Row programme offers an excellent introduction to the sport. This 8-week coaching series begins in June and runs through winter, preparing students to join Spring Camp at Karapiro during the September school holidays.Year 9 rowers start their journey at Lake Pupuke in late October or early November with the Bennett Shield regatta.

The programme is managed by the Westlake Girls Rowing Society, which hosts an annual Open Day before the rowing season starts. This event is a great opportunity for parents to learn about the programme, expectations, fees, and the season’s schedule.

Interested in joining?
To learn more, please contact our Head of Rowing:

April Ieremia – Head of Rowing
P: 09 489 4169 ext. 704
E: [email protected]

What to expect from rowing

Rowing is a high-intensity, team-focused sport that fosters discipline, resilience, and camaraderie. Athletes are expected to support one another, work hard, and maintain a positive attitude. While enjoyment is key, commitment and effort are essential.

Summer Season: Runs from September to March/April, depending on the timing of the Maadi Cup.
Winter Training: Begins in late May/early June and is optional. Winter sports take priority until their season ends, after which rowing training intensifies.

For parents

Rowing is rewarding but it can be quite demanding for families. Parents often take on roles such as transport, event support, and fundraising. The experience offers meaningful challenges for students and fosters independence. It also builds a strong community among parents, creating lasting friendships.

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