2025 UWR Mentorship Program Application

2026 United We Row Mentorship Program Application
Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2026 United We Row Mentorship Program. There is no cost to apply for or participate in the program as a mentor or mentee.

Requirements:

1. USRowing Member
2. Level-2 certified (Or registered within three months of the program ending)
3. Commit to one-on-on communications outside of designated meeting times
4. Commit to four months of mentorship
Are you interested in becoming a mentor or mentee?*

MentorMentee
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
USRowing Member Number*
Organization Affiliation*
Location [City,State]*
Time Zone*

EasternCentralMountainPacificOther
Do you identify as a person with a disability or accessibility need (for example, visual, hearing, mental, cognitive, etc.)?*

YesNoPrefer not to answer
Age*

18 - 2930 - 3940 - 4950 - 5960 - 6970 and above
How would you describe your gender?*

WomanManNon-binary
How would you describe your race/ethnicity?*

American Indian / Alaskan NativeAsian / Asian AmericanBlack / African AmericanMiddle EasternNative Hawaiian / Pacific IslanderHispanic / LatinoWhiteTwo or More races / EthnicitiesPrefer Not to Answer
Which group do you currently and/or would be interested in coaching (Select all that apply)

Middle SchoolJuniors (HS) ClubJuniors (HS) ScholasticCollegiate ClubCollegiate Division ICollegiate Division IICollegiate Division IIIMastersHigh Performance
What qualities are you looking for in a mentor?

Role ModelTeacherAdvisorSponsorAdvocateAllyOther
Do you want a mentor in the same location?

YesNoVirtualFlexible
What type of mentorship would you prefer

1 on 1Group (3 or more)Open to either
Do you want your mentor to share similar lived experiences? If so, which?

AbilityAgeGenderLanguageLGBTQ+Race/EthnicityRowing BackgroundCoach the same athlete groupGone through similar experiencesOpen to anyone
Is there an area of mentorship you would like to focus on?

Skill developmentGoal setting / Career planningNetworkingOther
Are you interested in becoming a mentor in the future?

YesNoPossibly - I want to learn more
Are you interested in any of the following options for identity-based affinity groups?

AbilityAgeGenderLanguageLGBTQ+Race/EthnicityRegional
Are you interested in being a leader in USRowing's mentorship program regionally?

YesNoPossibly - I want to learn more
Describe the competencies you would like to strengthen and/or leverage through working with a mentor:*
What do you hope to accomplish through this mentorship program?*
Current Position/ Title (e.g., head coach, assistant coach, etc.)*
USRowing Coaching Certification*

Level 1Level 2Level 3N/A
Which groups do you currently coach?*

Middle SchoolJuniors (Club)Juniors (Scholastic)Collegiate ClubDivision 1Division 2Division 3Masters RecreationalMasters CompetitiveHigh PerformanceAdaptivePara rowingOther
Which groups have you previously coached?*

Middle SchoolJuniors (Club)Juniors (Scholastic)Collegiate ClubDivision 1Division 2Division 3Masters RecreationalMasters CompetitiveHigh PerformanceAdaptivePara rowingOther
Have you mentored a mentee before - formally or informally?*

Yes, formallyYes, informallyNo
What kind of mentorship would you feel comfortable providing?*

One on oneGroupVirtualIn person
Please select the list of competencies you feel most comfortable helping your mentee develop.*

Athlete technical developmentAthlete psychological developmentCoaching methodologyWorking with athletes from diverse backgroundsBusiness growth & programmingOther
Would you be willing to be matched with a mentee based on similar identities or shared experiences? If yes, select all that apply.

AbilityAgeGenderLanguageLGBTQ+Race/Ethnicity
Please describe your coaching experience.*
What is your coaching philosophy (What is your approach to coaching)?*
What drives you to be a mentor? *
What are your interests or hobbies outside of coaching?
Please provide any additional feedback we should know about your preferences for USRowing's Coach Mentorship Program:
I understand, by being accepted into this program, I will commit to regular check-ins with my mentor and attending development sessions with other mentors and mentees.*

Yes
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2026 United We Row Mentorship Program Application