At Steel City Rowing Club, rowing is more than a sport; it's a lifelong community. We welcome people of all backgrounds to grow with us as individuals, athletes, leaders, and stewards of our region's beautiful rivers. SCRC values the one-on-one relationships we build with and among individuals, as well as the bonds we build with local, regional, and national partners. We continue to strengthen ties between our leadership, staff, coaches, members, community, and the environment. Together, we are strong as steel.
Our Programs at a Glance
Scholarships and financial aid are available for all programs. Contact our Executive Director for information.
Youth Summer & After School Programs
For children ages 8-15 (no rowing) or 12-18 (including rowing)
Non-rowing, mostly rowing (at any skill level), or with an introduction to rowing
STEAM and ecology-oriented after school programming to complement academic-year studies with immersion in nature
Sun, fun, education, personal development and more!
Juniors Rowing
For middle and high school athletes, ages 11-18
Year-round opportunities structured into a fall program, winter training, and spring program
Novice, development, and competitive opportunities
Athletes grow, compete, connect with themselves, teammates, and the river
Free Introductions and School Demos offered regularly
Adult (aka “Masters”) Rowing
For any level, beginner to expert
Access to racing shells and travel competition opportunities
Opportunities for collegiate summer rowers and visiting guests
We offer 2.5 hr Introduction to Rowing workshops, 5-week Learn-to-Row Cohorts, and Winter Conditioning for non-members
Spring (sprint) and fall (half marathon) scrimmage style competitions hosted at SCRC and sponsored by local supporters
Flexible coached practices for members up to 5 times/week
Private and semi-private lessons available
Beyond Rowing
Watersport-focused memberships and one-time rentals
Private indoor and outdoor storage and a public kayak launch
Regular on-water and near-water programming for those looking for connection to the river outside of rowing
Beautiful boathouse community room available for private event rentals
Public events designed to connect the community
Outreach including event tabling, as well as school and workplace demo visits
Steel City Rowing Club is dedicated to developing the strength and character of all backgrounds through the discipline and teamwork of rowing, and through opportunities to serve others. Although memberships and program fees generate a portion of our revenue, we rely on an active base of members, volunteers, and donors to support our community programs and resources. Your involvement enables us to continue to provide affordable programming to a broad community. Your contribution matters!