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SEMINOLE
COUNTY AREA ROWING

Fun on the Water, Friends for Life!

SCAR alligator logo with a rowing oar in green, navy, and blue team colors.

About scar

Seminole County Area Rowing (SCAR) is a non-profit, nationally competitive youth rowing club based in Seminole County, Florida. We are a co-ed team open to middle and high school students whose schools do not offer rowing programs. Whether you're brand new to the sport or looking to compete at a high level, SCAR welcomes athletes of all experience levels — no prior rowing experience required.

JOIN OUR CREW

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1

LEARN TO ROW

Discover the excitement of rowing with our Learn to Row program — a fun, beginner-friendly experience designed to teach teamwork, confidence, and foundational skills on the water while introducing athletes to one of the world’s most rewarding team sports.

2

DEVELOPMENT

Our Middle School Development Program introduces young athletes to the fundamentals of rowing while building confidence, teamwork, discipline, lasting friendships, and a love for the sport in a fun, supportive, and team-focused environment both on and off the water together.

3

VARSITY

Our High School Varsity Competitive Team trains and travels to regattas across the region, challenging dedicated athletes to compete at a high level while building speed, teamwork, leadership, and championship experience against some of the top crews in the state.

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Summer
Camps

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free trial

Curious About Rowing? Contact us below to schedule a FREE trial practice and experience the excitement firsthand.

Which program are you interested in?
Middle School
High School

meet Our coaches

Smiling head rowing coach Michelle Hill wearing a visor and sunglasses on her head.
Portrait of a smiling SCAR Development and Assistant Coach Alex Morris with braided hair wearing a team jacket.

Michelle hill
HEAD COACH

Michelle Hill is a South African-born rowing coach and former collegiate athlete whose international rowing and coaching career has spanned South Africa, Great Britain, Virginia, Texas, and Florida. She currently leads Seminole County Area Rowing, where her athletes have earned multiple state and national championships, while also serving as the Central District Representative for the Florida Scholastic Rowing Association.

Alexandra Morris
DEVELOPMENT COACH

Alexandra began rowing with the Lyman Rowing Association in 2015, earning multiple championship victories, thirty-six medals, and the Team Spirit Golden Oar and Hammer awards before rowing for UCF’s Division I women’s team. After graduating from UCF in 2023 and coaching with both Lyman and South Orlando Rowing Associations, she is excited to return to Seminole County to help develop the next generation of rowers.

Jessica Buzzard

ASSISTANT COACH

Jessica Buzzard brings enthusiasm, dedication, and a passion for athlete development to the SCAR coaching staff. She enjoys helping rowers build confidence, master the fundamentals, and discover what makes rowing such a rewarding sport. Known for her positive attitude and supportive coaching style, Jessica works closely with athletes to develop strong technique, teamwork, and a growth mindset. 

OUR Partners & SPONSORS

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