Our Programs
We are a volunteer-run club. Our members come from all walks of life and take on different roles to help our club flourish!
Discover the many programs we offer for varying rowing levels:
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Learn to Row
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Adults
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Recreation
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Competitive
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Juniors (ages 12 - 18 years old)
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U23 (ages 19 - 22 years old)
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Para Indoor
A Learn to Row course is required if you do not have previous experience.
Adult
We offer an Adult Recreational and a Competitive Program for Adults (18+) who have completed a Learn to Row.
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Recreational Rowing is for rowers who want to get fit and have fun.
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Competitive Rowing is a coached program for experienced rowers. The LRC competes at regattas regionally.
The on-the-water portion of the season runs from May through October. Indoor training runs mid-November through mid-March.
If you do not have rowing experience, please complete our "Learn to Row Interest Form" to be contacted for future opportunities.
More details about your membership at the LaSalle Rowing Club.
Youth
Junior Rowing Program
The Junior program is geared towards young athletes aged 12 - 18, focusing on skill development, safety, and fun. Through the sport, the athletes will learn discipline and teamwork. The coaches also encourage the athletes to achieve personal and team goals.
All participants must have completed a Learn to Row before registering in this program and attest to their ability to complete a swim test.
Schedule: Coached practices four times a week on Saturday and Sunday mornings and Tuesday and Thursday nights.
Competitions: The Juniors have the opportunity to attend competitions throughout Ontario and the surrounding region. Thanks to the generous support of Charitable Gaming and our club volunteers' time, the cost of registration and the uniform for competitions are fully covered. The equipment (oars, boats) is provided by the club. Fuel costs to transport equipment will be split between the athletes attending.
Costs: For returning members: $560.
For those who have not rowed, the Learn to Row course costs $235, and then $340 to join the Junior program.
Please see the 2026 Registration page for fee details.
Suggested Funding Opportunities:
Jumpstart Program has individual child grants to support families who need financial assistance to get their kids into a sport or physical activity. Please see their website for more information.
Pathway to Potential (P2P) is a program that makes funds available to support residents in the City of Windsor and Essex County, who may not have access to recreation activities. Visit your municipality's website for more information on P2P:
U23 Competitive
The U23 Competitive Program is designed for dedicated athletes (ages 19–22) looking to excel in rowing skills, physical fitness, and 2000 m racing. Whether you are a current club member, a university rower home for the summer, or a fit newcomer, our program provides a high-performance environment to master both sculling and sweep techniques. Led by our RCA/NCCP coaches, athletes must be competent swimmers and commit to 6 training sessions per week on the quiet waters of the Detroit River that span 6 km one way. Beyond the water, we foster a strong team culture. Join us on the water!
Para Rowing
Para rowing provides athletes with disabilities the opportunity to be active in the winter on the rowing machine, get involved in a fun and friendly club environment. Modifications are made to rowing equipment, coaching techniques, and program structure to meet the needs of athletes.
The Para program runs November to March
Please contact us for more information about para rowing opportunities at LaSalle Rowing Club.
