Adult Racing Teams
Racing teams are for experienced athletes only, who will be expected to be proficient in basic rowing skills as with our recreational programs and willing to commit more fully to the training schedule and races.
Financial assistance may be available to adult rowers. To inquire, contact Jonathan Near by email or at (860) 713-3131 ext 314.
All programs are held at the Riverfront Boathouse in Riverside Park.
4-Day Racing Team Membership Options
January 6 – December 17
Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30 – 7:15 am, Saturdays 6:30 – 8:30 am
Register here.
Arrive by 5:30 on weekdays and 6:30 on Saturdays to begin the erg work (indoor) or launch on the water 15 minutes later. $1775 for the entire rowing calendar year. This fee is discounted by around 2.7% versus paying a la carte or via a payment plan. The payment plan fee is $1820 (to cover additional processing) and is broken up into 6 equal installments of $304 taken on 3/1, 4/30, 6/10, 8/2, and 9/30/25 after the initial deposit of $300 paid at the time of registration. Note: this plan covers all practice sessions as put forth for the Adult Racing Teams. This includes any and all practices held on Fridays, whether coached/uncoached, on water or indoors. Other classes, like the “Experienced Sculling for Race Prep” class or boat storage, are NOT included in this Annual 4 Membership and must be registered for separately.
3-Day Racing Team Membership Options
January 6 – December 17
Mon/Wed 5:30 – 7:15 am, Saturdays 6:30 – 8:30 am
Register here.
Arrive by 5:30 on weekdays and 6:30 on Saturdays to begin the erg work (indoor) or launch on the water 15 minutes later. $1495 for the entire rowing calendar year. This fee is discounted by around 2.7% versus paying a la carte or via a payment plan. The payment plan fee is $1535 (to cover additional processing) and is broken up into 6 equal installments of $254 taken on 3/1, 4/30, 6/10, 8/2 and 9/30/25 after the initial deposit of $265 paid at the time of registration.
Experienced Sculling for Race Prep
May 1 – May 22, (Thursdays only), 5:45 – 7:30 am
May 27 – June 19
June 24 – July 10
July 29 -August 23
This class is specifically designed for those who plan to race their single or double this year. Classes will be limited to 5-6 athletes. The goal of this class is to improve your technical performance for rowing at race pace.
Athlete MUST be proficient in their single
Men’s and Women’s U23/Collegiate & Open Team
May 31 – August 16
Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri, 5:30 – 7:15 am and Sat 6:30 – 8:30 am
Unlike our other adult racing teams, this program will focus on open/elite events rather than masters. Interested athletes should reach out to Jonathan Near before registering to ensure this is the right program. Seats/race opportunities will be determined by fitness, skill, and boat speed – not all registrants are guaranteed seats in all races. This is available to collegiate rowers and as an add-on for current Riverfront athletes.
Race Deposits — (Open in the Spring)
All athletes racing are required to submit a race expense deposit prior to the first race registration deadline.
- Masters Team
- Development Team
Check back frequently for updates! Have a question? Contact Jonathan Near, Director of Rowing via email.