Genesee Waterways Center

The nonprofit that is Bringing People to the Water!

GWC has a new Lock 32 Whitewater Park Manager

The Genesee Waterways Center is pleased to announce that Danny Doran will be the Manager at the Center’s Lock 32 Whitewater Park this season.  Danny is no stranger to the Lock – he has been paddling with us since he was 9!  

Danny Doran lives in Pittsford, NY and just completed his first year at Ithaca College.  After taking an Intro to Whitewater Kayaking class at Lock 32, he has spent most of his time pursuing his love of the sport. Danny obtained his ACA Kayak Instruction Certification at age 14 and added many other certifications including Swift Water Rescue. He teaches both youth and adult learn to kayak clinics as well as private instruction at Lock 32 and various indoor facilities.

When not teaching, Danny is travelling around the Country and the World paddling numerous rivers, his favorite being class V. Fortunate enough to attend the World Class Kayak Academy, Danny spent his Spring Semesters of High School in 2008 and 2009 in Chile and China. Living in a tent on the side of a river studying and kayaking, Danny gained an education in culture as well as academics.  Danny also finds time to shoot film and edit when not on a river. He has been honored in various film festivals including the I Love NY Short Film Contest and the 360/365 Rochester Film Festival.  

My name is Danny Doran, I am sure a lot of you have met me at the Lock over the past few years. This year I am proud to announce that I will be manager of Lock 32 Whitewater Park. I started kayaking at the Lock when I was nine years old, and have traveled all over the world to kayak because of the skills that I learned at the Lock.  

I am excited about this season and am looking forward to implementing some new opportunities in order to get more people on the water than ever before. Kayaking is one of my many passions and I am thrilled to share it with you. If you haven't been down to the Lock yet, I highly recommend at least stopping by to check out the course.  

See you on the water!
Danny Doran

Go With The Flow!

A special thank you to Mark Johns and Bergmann Associates for providing such a scenic location for our very first Go with the Flow event!

A good time was had by all.  Thank you our contributors for helping make this event so much fun … if in the area, stop by and personally thank them as well! Anthony Road Winery, Billsboro Winery, Edible Arrangements, Fox Run Winery, Healthquest Chiropractic, JD Wine Cellars, Kathy Bello, Lisa’s Liquor Barn, Bob Mincer, Prejean Winery, Regatta Sport, Roc Brewery, Rorhbach’s Brewing Company, Savoia Pastry Shoppe, Seneca Shores Winery, Starbuck – Hard Road, Three Brothers Winery, Torrey Ridge Winery. 

CLEAN SWEEP GWC - Thank you!

Thank you to all the GWC folks that came out to support Rochester’s Clean Sweep – another successful event!  

Happy Sweepers: Teresa Sukiennicki and Jackie Morris!

OUTDOOR ROWING SEASON BEGINS

April 30, 2012   

Whether you are interested in cross training, recreational rowing or are a hard-core competitor, training is a year-around pursuit. Rowing is a wonderful sport for fun and fitness for people of all ages.
The Genesee Waterways Center is not offering various rowing classes for all levels. 

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Rowing is a great cardio-vascular activity which strengthens the core, quadriceps, hips, buttocks, and upper body while at the same time spares the legs from heavy pounding. At Genesee Waterways Center (GWC), along with the traditional rowing technique and aerobic fitness enhancement, we believe in training functional movement patterns which promote fluid motion and build more powerful bodies.

Employment Available

The Genesee Waterways Center is seeking Coxswain for its Spring, Summer and Fall seasons.  Previous experience is preferred but energy and enthusiasm are the only requirements.   

We will be hosting a Coxswain Clinic on April 7, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  Pay: $8.50 - $10.50.  

Contact GWC at 585.328.3960  

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New GWC Apparel  -  Check it out!

It’s finally here, the long-awaited Genesee Waterways Center Apparel! We have started with a few staples like sweatshirts, polo and tech shirts, hats and bags.  We are open to any suggestions you may have … click here to place your order!  

Thank you in advance for sporting the GWC Colors.