2025 – 2026 Experienced Adult Programs

Our adult programs range from coaches classes to independent rowing opportunities and are open to adults ages 18+.

Winter Coached Rowing

The experienced rowing classes are for rowers with previous rowing experience or for those that have completed Learn to Row 1 and 2 with coaches permission. Rowers need the skill and fitness to row 3 x 5 km intervals, 15 km each practice.  Our goal is to build endurance, fitness, stamina and whole boat skills. Morning classes are doing this in preparation for racing season, while evening classes are geared at staying active in the recreational activity of rowing.  Contact a Coach if you are uncertain about the suitability of our classes for your skill set.   

Dates are inclusive.  Membership is required for Experienced Adult Programs.  Sign up for all sessions on iCrew.

Winter 2025 - 2026 Programs

Spring 2026 Programs

Winter Session 1
November 10th – December 19th
No classes November 24th-28th
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 7:30-8:30am
Tuesdays, Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00pm
Members: $110
Non-members: $160
 
Winter Session 2
January 5th – February 27th
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 7:30-8:30am
Tuesdays, Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00pm
Spring 2026 – More info to come in January!
 
Spring Session 1
March 9th – May 2nd
Early Mornings – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 5:30-7:15am
Mid-morning – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8:00-9:45am
Evening – Mondays, Wednesdays 6:30-8:15pm
 
Winter Session 2
May 4th – June 29th
Early Mornings – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 5:30-7:15am
Mid-morning – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 8:00-9:45am
Evening – Mondays, Wednesdays 6:30-8:15pm

RYSE GYM Partnership

We are so excited to be partnering with RYZE gym this winter! 

It will allow us use of a heated indoor space, gym equipment, and discounted HIIT strength classes. To participate in RYZE classes, athletes will need to download their app and purchase a class pack depending on preferences.  Below is the link to their website and their address. 

WRA Spring Regattas

Experienced rowers are ENCOURAGED to join us in spring racing! Our schedule is yet to be determined, but below is a list of some of our likely spring regattas and their dates.  Additionally, there are plans to incorporate a couple scrimmages, the dates of those are TBD.

SPRING REGATTAS
March 7-8th, 2026
Vancouver Lake Spring Sprints
Vancouver, WA 
 
April 12th, 2026
Seattle Sprints 1
Lake Union, Seattle, WA
 
April 18th, 2026
Spring Sprints Regatta
Lake Stevens, WA 
 
May 10th, 2026
Seattle Sprints 2
Lake Union, Seattle, WA
 
June 26-28th, 2026
USRowing NW Masters Championships
Dexter Lake, Lowell, OR

Financial Aid

NEED SUPPORT TO ROW?

Whatcom Rowing Association provides need-based youth and adult financial support. Financial Aid funds are awarded based on need AND the participant’s ability to meet attendance and participation expectations. If awarded financial aid, athletes must:

  • Attend 75% of practices
  • Volunteer 5 hours per season
  • Attend one community event per year

With the help of our donors, we set aside thousands of dollars for financial aid every season to ensure that no one is turned away from rowing regardless of income. WRA has provided over $13K in scholarship assistance to rowers in need. 

Partial and full aid is available. The information you provide will be treated confidentially, and will be used only for eligibility determination. Funding awarded on a case by case basis.

Adult Learn to Row

Are you interested in learning to row? Visit our Adult Learn to Row page for more information.

HAVE QUESTIONS? 

Please fill out the program information form to learn more and connect with us at WRA.