General information that applies to all programs. Our season's commencement and conclusion are contingent upon water safety conditions, dock placements, and general housekeeping. The typical season will run from early June to early October.
If you are unsure what program is best suited for you, reach out at rowsudbury@gmail.com and we'll help you out!
If you want to learn to row, this program is for you! First, you will complete a three-session Intro to Rowing, exposing you to the basic concepts of rowing and getting you comfortable in a boat. If you then decide to continue working with a coach and developing your skills, you are invited to join the Learn to Row program.
A coach boat or a recreational rower must accompany rowers in this program anytime they are on the water. They are not permitted to be on the water unattended.
For persons 13+ years wanting to participate only as a coxswain.
This person helps to steer and guide the rowers and the boat. No rowing experience is required. Coxing on water a minimum of one session per week.
This is a prerequisite for ALL Learn to Row programs.
Must be at least 13 years old.
The program consists of three on-water sessions.
This program is for graduates of the Intro to Rowing looking to continue rowing for the remainder of the season.
Participants will continue to work with a coach 2-3 times a week to develop their skills.
This program is for youth aged 13-17 with no prior rowing experience.
During the five 4-hour coach run sessions, participants will learn proper rowing technique, water safety, boat handling and maintenance, as well as introduction to different styles of rowing and introduction to recreational racing.
Students at Laurentian University are welcome to join the Sudbury Rowing Club through either of the two Laurentian partnered programs offered, based on their experience and skill level.
The Laurentian University programs are only available in the Fall.
Current Laurentian students are looking to row during the Spring/Summer are to register for the appropriate club membership (Learn to Row or Recreational).
For Laurentian students who are experienced rowers or who have competed in a sanctioned regatta.
The camp will include on-water coaching and the use of equipment as allocated by LU coaches. Potential varsity athletes will also participate in clinics offered by Laurentian University.
After the Camp is completed, the LU coaches will determine the crew(s) and boat(s), and the selected rowers will be invited to row in Varsity events for the duration of the OUA rowing season.
Tentative Camp dates: late August – early September 2024.
For Laurentian students who have yet to row or compete in a sanctioned regatta. The camp will include on-water coaching of rowing technique and boat skills, and use of equipment as allocated by LU coaches.
Tentative Camp dates: late August – early September 2024.
This is an entry-level competitive program intended for Laurentian University Students and must be selected to participate.
Additional fees to cover regatta accommodation, transportation, food, rowing clothing and seat fees.
This is a competitive program, and participants must be selected.
Regatta costs, SRC membership, and uniforms are included in the Laurentian University Athletic fee.