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Sunrise Regatta Saturday August 17, 9am - 12pm
Saturday August 17, come out for racing and socializing with fellow club members! There will be organized racing, as well as potlucking. If you want to participate in racing please sign up HERE. It's a great way to end the Summer! In the event of thunderstorms events will still be held inside the boathouse. ALL RRC rowers are welcome.
Summer Adult Programs Starting!
Learn to row or come back to rowing with one of our summer programs. LTR group 1 is starting on May 27th, to be followed by novice class. Masters program open for sign up! Starting on June 17th.
Come discover the sport of rowing and meet our team at Thomas Temple Allan Boathouse at the Magruder Dent Rowing Center, 276 Woodlands Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901
12 - 2 pm / 2 - 4 pm.
Erg for a Cause!
Friday March 8 6:00pm - 8:00 pm at the Boathouse
Come to the Boathouse March 8 anytime after 6pm and erg 5K to raise money to support organiations that promote women/girls sports!
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RRC Holiday Party 12/16
Saturday December 16 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Kardinal Hall
RRC will rent out the private room at Kardinal Hall from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm for members to come and hang out in celebration of the year and the Holiday Season. Family members and guests are welcome to come. There is no cost associated with this event but feel free to purchase your own food or beverages if you wish.
Sunday October 22, noon Boathouse erg room
Bring Camping chairs, blankets, and snacks if you are interested in watching America's oldest & most prestigious rowing regatta.
Boats & Brews Sunday September 17, 4pm (RESCHEDULED)
Sunday October 1, 4pm
Sunday September 17, come out for and support your fellow rowers who are interested in practicing their boat flipping skills (gentle ribbing allowed 😉). You don't have to participate in the "flipping" to come. ALL RRC rowers are welcome.
4 pm until dark!
Annual Club meeting 9/23 9am
Come out for our annual members meeting to elect the new board. Want to help? Have ideas for the club? Join the board!
Sunrise Regatta Sunday September 10 9am - 1pm
Sunday September 10, come out for racing and socializing with fellow club members! There will be organized racing, as well as potlucking. If you want to participate in racing please sign up HERE. It's a great way to end the Summer! In the event of thunderstorms events will still be held inside the boathouse. ALL RRC rowers are welcome.
⚡CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER SAFETY CONCERNS🌩️
Summer Sweep and Sculling Programs are Here!
RRC is happy to announce that Summer 2023 Masters Programs are open for registration.
Both programs will primarily focus on improving technique in large team boats and building up overall fitness. Sculling program will focus on quads, but it may offer some coaching in smaller boats based on participation and skill levels.
Ready to brush up or level up your skills?
Our Intermediate/ Novice classes will also be starting in July, these programs are open to anyone with any completed LTR class. Rowers with more experience who would like a skill refresher are welcome to join to improve sculling or sweep skills.
Sunday Social Rows - Open to all Members
Rivanna Rowing Club is happy to announce a new benefit associated with Membership, the participation in our Sunday Social Rows! Members will be able to row club boats without the need for additional equipment fees on Sundays during our Social Rows.
Adult and Junior Learn to Row Programs are Open
Get ready to hit the water and discover the thrill of rowing! Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our Learn to Row program is the perfect opportunity to develop your skills and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Rivanna River.. Read more...
Join us May 6 for our Open House
Rivanna Rowing Club will be hosting an Open House on May 6 from 10am until 1pm!
We are inviting anyone interested in the sport of rowing to learn about our Community Club. Read more...
2023 Rowing Season Begins!
The 2023 season of rowing has officially started on April 3, with Spring Sculling, which offers coached sweep and sculling sessions twice a week for experienced rowers interested in advancing their skills.
RRC Marks 20th Year (Charlottesville Tomorrow)
Check out the story RRC marks 20th year about the Rivanna Rowing Club written by Lacey Naff for Charlottesville Tomorrow. The story is also featured on page 3 of The Daily Progress (Friday, May 8, 2015)