Juniors Coaches
Coaches Johnathan and Miles are both KCBC Juniors alums, having rowed for the club while in high school. Johnathan continued his rowing career at Tulane University and Miles at UMKC. After college, they returned to the club. They coach all four of the Juniors’ seasons and even get the odd race in at regattas.
They bring a passion for rowing and the amazing experiences and lessons the sport has given them. Our coaches are all well-versed in the development of young athletes and are encouraged to participate in USRowing Certifications and Clinics as continuing education. Every coach has completed USRowing SafeSport Certification and is CPR and First Aid trained.
Our club strives for a low rower-to-coach ratio. As we put young athletes on the water, we aim to have consistency in coaching for any given group so that we can build technique and understanding of the individual athletes from day to day.
At the same time, we see immense value in “team coaching” – the athletes get to learn every coach, and the coaches can discuss each of the rowers from direct experience.