Oakland Strokes Mission
To Become Recognized as the Premier West Coast Junior Rowing Center
Oakland Strokes Values
Teamwork
Leadership
Initiative
Dedication
Fellowship
Oakland Strokes Strategic Goals
1. Provide rigorous physical training and fitness to permit maximum development of the individual rower;
2. Develop the character to deal with difficult training, competition and adversity through persistence, determination and commitment;
3. Provide excellent coaching and training in the fundamental and techniques of rowing;
4. Develop a sense of shared purpose and teamwork;
5. Develop a discipline of training so that the individual rower will take personal responsibility for obtaining the maximum fitness through exercise and good nutrition;
6. Achieve success by demonstrating that a successful crew is one where each individual is working for a common goal;
7. Personal goal achievement of proficiency in athletics, self-esteem and good health as the basis for lifetime fitness.
