Grand Rapids Rowing Club

Our June LTR class just finished their 5-week session and they did it with flair! We had 16 energetic new rowers who bonded as a team and progressed so much in their technique, focus, and power. We ended our session with a Club Regatta – Our BBB (boats, burgers, and beverages) – that pitted two 8+s and one 4+ against each other in three 400m races. Each race was close and the tension was palpable …

The Grand Rapids Rowing Club has been working tirelessly throughout the winter to provide the best rowing experience for its club members, new rowers, and the wider rowing community. On March 23, despite frigid temperatures here in Michigan, we will have our docks in. Our Junior Rowing team has a busy spring season and we want to give them every water advantage possible. We are SO proud and impressed by our amazing Junior coaches and …

As much as we would love to be on the water and not on the ergs, Spring entered West Michigan bringing hundreds of gallons of water with it. Currently, (see what I did there?) our stretch of the river is fast and high. Our boathouse is snug and dry, but there is no way to safely get boats, equipment and rowers to/from the dock. Our Juniors have been conducting land practices in anticipation of their …

There is still time to sign up! Grand Rapids Rowing is hosting a junior winter training program! This program is open to students from any school district in grades 8-12. No experience is necessary and you can try the first week free! Practice starts Tuesday February 14th, 5-7pm at the Grand Rapids boathouse. Register for Junior Winter Training

The 2022 December Planning Meeting takes place this Saturday, December 10, from 8am -12noon at the Phoenix Society Office at 525 Ottawa NW. This is a chance to take part in shaping our 2023 rowing season. All member voices are important in this process so we can represent your needs, ideas and suggestions. Quick Peek at the Agenda: 1. Current State of the Club (Where are we now?)2. Set specific goals (Where do we want to …

We say this every year, but it really does take a village on Dock Out Day! ? This past Saturday there was plenty of heavy lifting, problem solving, drilling, muddy boots and pants, as well as cleaning and organizing. This year we also had people stoking the campfire, disassembling an old dock, cutting up a damaged shell and trying to get the muck off the dock pieces as they came in. As much as we …

That's a direct quote from one of our members about last night's row. It was chilly but the rain held off so we were able to get an 8 and a 4 on the water. Coach Chris worked his culinary magic and grilled some amazing burgers and sausage. it was great to see some rowing friends who haven't been on the water in months or years!Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Our Women’s Competitive Team had a great showing at the 2022 Head of the Rock. WM4+ 2nd Place, WM2x 1st Place, and WM4x 1st Place. Congratulations to the team!

Whether you have rowed with us in the past, participated in our LTR classes this summer, or you're currently a full member . . . we would LOVE for all to join us for our Reunion Row 2022. This will be a fun night of reconnecting with each other, enjoying the sport of rowing (3 fun 500m races), and sharing food and beverages afterward. We're hoping to get 8s and 4s out on the water! We know …