About Us

The Rivanna Rowing Club (RRC) is located in Charlottesville, Virginia, on the Rivanna Reservoir just northwest of town. With about 100 year-round members, the RRC is one of the Charlottesville area’s larger athletic organizations. Rivanna athletes compete at the regional, national and even international levels. 

 Our Mission

The Rivanna Rowing Club is a not-for-profit membership organization governed by an elected board and serving residents of central Virginia who share a common interest in rowing.

• The club supports rowers of all skill and fitness levels and provides equitable allocation of available equipment, programs and facilities.

• The club promotes the sport of rowing through education and training.

• Members volunteer time and resources to support the club, including board member service, assistance to coaches, planning and participation in Open Houses, marketing, club socials, boathouse clean-up, and equipment maintenance events.

• The club ensures sustained operation through judicious management of all its resources.

• For general membership and club information, please see the RRC Member Handbook.