Whatcom Rowing Association

ABOUT WRA

The Whatcom Rowing Association is a nonprofit, community-based rowing club that has served Whatcom County since 2011. We are dedicated to offering individuals of all ages the opportunity to learn the sport of rowing in a safe, fun and beautiful environment. We offer a variety of programs for all age groups and experience levels. Whether you have have previous experience or have never touched an oar we have something for you.

Whatcom Rowing Association is a community organization providing youth and adults the skills, joys, fitness, camaraderie, and teamwork the sport and recreation of rowing uniquely offers.

– WRA Mission Statement

Why Rowing

Whatcom Rowing Association aims to create a healthy community through the love of rowing. Our organization encourages teamwork, fitness, leadership, commitment, and community engagement. WRA offers positive education, coaching, and training sessions to athletes of all ability levels and a wide range of ages, from teenagers to older adults.

ONE COMMUNITY

WRA is the only non profit community rowing organization north of Everett and our members reside throughout Whatcom County. The junior program is currently made up of 30 kids, from 3 middle schools and 5 high schools, and draws from Bellingham, Ferndale, Lummi Island, and Lynden.

500+ Individuals

Have participated in WRA programs since 2013

Our Programs

WRA believes in the benefit of rowing access across all ages. WRA is proud to have an active masters program in addition to our junior program. We feel the positive attributes of rowing are tangible across a lifespan and we are passionate about providing access to all.

“Double Bubble” Rules and Regulations:

Independent Adult Members (if interested) may self-select a double partner that they agree to row with.
Independent Members are only allowed ONE doubles partner at this time.
ALL members regardless of whether or not you are entering into a “Double Bubble” need to sign the COVID Participation Waiver and Sculling Protocols Agreement.
You will be prompted to enter the name of your 2x’s partner while filling out the agreement form.
You will receive confirmation that your Double Bubble has been approved once both rowers have completed the COVID Participation Waiver and Sculling Protocols Agreement.
It is critical that we have accurate records of when members are in the boathouse. This is already required when rowing without a coach but as a reminder: Whether you are rowing independently in a private boat, club boat, or in 2x you MUST sign in and out on the Sculling Logbook (located on the bulletin board).
2x rowers will need to use the reservation calendar, as with singles there are no “Drop-Ins” allowed at this time. 2x’s should default to red sculling oars as the others are rigged for 1x’s at this time. Coached programming is indicated on the reservation calendar to help with dock/equipment usage.
Please note additional protocols that need to be followed for ALL rowers utilizing the WRA boathouse listed in the agreement below.
ALL Rowers (parents/guardians) must complete the WRA COVID Participation Waiver and Sculling Protocol Agreement.

We are relying on your cooperation and adherence to the protocols listed above and in the agreement to keep everyone at WRA healthy and safe!