Keynote Speaker: Paul Thompson
Keynote Address
Integrating Training and Technique to Maximise Performance
Practical advice on the principles that underline training and technique in order to
maximise an athlete’s performance.
National Models
Beijing in Review
Presenters: Noel Donaldson and Lyall McCarthy
An analysis of the results from the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Integration, Coordination & Leadership
Presenters: Andrew Dee and Andrew Matheson
An overview of the exciting structural changes within Rowing Australia High Performance Program and there implications for all coaches who guide athletes through the national elite development pathway.
Speed Management
Presenter: Frank Biller
How to monitor the effects of technique, training, rigging and environmental conditions on boat speed by using your speed coach.
Technique – The Big Picture
Presenter: Noel Donaldson and Lyall McCarthy
An overview of the Australian Technical Model for rowing and its implementation for school through to elite rowing.
Technical Overview — M2-
Presenter: Chris O'Brien
An in-depth technique analysis of the Beijing Olympic Australian Men’s Coxless Pair Gold Medal crew.
Technical Overview — M4-
Presenter: Tim Conrad
An in-depth technique analysis of the Beijing Olympic Australian Men’s Coxless Four Silver Medal crew.
Technical Overview — M2x
Presenter: Rhett Ayliffe
An in-depth technique analysis of the Beijing Olympic Australian Men’s Double Scull Gold Medal crew.
Use of Resources
Presenter: Rhett Ayliffe
How to enhance your crews performance through the use of resources and encouraging coaches to better their skills by seeking input from various avenues whether it be mentoring, sport scientists or outside of the sport.
Sports Science Sports Medicine
Biomechanical Analysis of the Rowing Stroke
Presenter: Dr Conny Draper
An analysis of the latest biomechanical information relating to the rowing stroke.
Planning for Long Term Athlete Development
Presenter: Chris O'Brien, Tony Rice and Paul Thompson
Considerations, limitations and implications.
Rowing Australia Strength Training Model
Presenter: Julian Jones
An identification of the key strength training exercises required for rowing and their proper technique and implementation within a training program.
Physiological Training Zones
Presenter: Tony Rice
Clarification and standardisation of nomenclature and terms of reference for a range of physiological parameters.
The Rowing Ergometer: Its Relevance to Training and Testing
Presenter: Ivan Hooper
An exploration of the validity of using the ergometer for athlete training and testing and recommendations for future developments.
Recovery in Rowing
Presenter: Shona Halson
An analysis of recovery methods for rowing including nutrition, sports science and managements in a multi day regatta.
Talent Identification
Presenter: Peter Shakespear
An exploration of the possibilities for improving performance in Australia through talent
identification.
Stretching for Athletes
Presenter: Ivan Hooper
Practical session developing and implementing stretching program for athletes.
Miscellaneous
Hull Design
Presenter: Matt Dingle
General research and development philosophy used to design the latest eights.
Building Effective Rowing Clubs
Presenter: David Amos
How one club has ensured they are sustainable in an environment where the elite structure pulls athletes and resources away from local clubs.
Rowing Online Management System (ROMS)
Presenter: Christian Renford
An in-depth presentation on ROMS including the future developments and how it can be most effectively used by your club.
Establishing Effective Communication
Presenter: Sarah-Kate Millar
A case study identifying key discrepancies between successful rowing coaches actual and perceived instructions used with their rowing eight in a training session.
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