middle school program
september 17 through december 12, 2024 | tuesdays and thursdays | 4:00-6:00pm
812 edgewater road, bronx, ny 10474
Experience all of Rocking the Boat's exciting hands-on activities in our afterschool program for 6th through 8th graders.
boat carpentry
Learn the basics of boat carpentry by using hand and power tools to build model boats and other maritime masterpieces.
sailing
Experience the sport of sailing on the Bronx River aboard our fleet of traditional wooden boats and fiberglass catamarans. Students will gain hands-on experience in reading wind direction and understanding points of sail.
environmental science
Explore the natural wonders of the Bronx by learning to identify local bird species, assess the water quality of the Bronx River, and engage in fishing to discover the diverse organisms that inhabit the river.
join rocking the boat in high school
8th grade students will receive priority for applying to our High School Student programs!
All Rocking the Boat participants are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. We will continue to follow guidelines from the CDC and local public health protocols, and will adjust our programming and safety measures as needed. Read our COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols for more info.
testimonials
“I love Rocking the Boat—it is so much fun! I learned so many things!”
“My RTB experience has been great—exploring, getting out on the water, rowing and sailing have been an unforgettable experience!”
For questions about this program, contact Alex Severino, Public Programs Manager.
alex@rockingtheboat.org
directions
Take 6 train to Hunts Point Avenue, walk south on Hunts Point Ave (crossing under the Bruckner Expressway overpass) until you reach Lafayette Ave. Make left turn at Lafayette Ave and walk all the way down the steep hill to Edgewater Road. Cross Edgewater Road and train tracks and make a sharp left on the sidewalk alongside a warehouse. Rocking the Boat is the first entrance on the right.
