JOIN A ROWING PROGRAM

Join Us in 2026 on the Kaministiquia River — Some of the Best Rowing Waters in Canada!

Discover the beauty, challenge, and community of rowing on waters that inspire athletes of all levels.

Many people are drawn to rowing for its low-impact nature, non-contact dynamics, and exceptional cardiovascular and calorie-burning benefits. As a sport that welcomes late beginners, rowing offers a unique opportunity for adolescents and adults to start fresh alongside others who are also discovering it for the first time.

If you already know how to row and long to feel the thrill of gliding through the water, you can join a rowing program at any time and make the water your second home. If you're new to the sport, we welcome you to start your journey with a Learn to Row course, where you'll master the fundamentals and experience the joy of rowing firsthand.

Rowing programs

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Rowing programs 🏆

  • This program is for rowers aged 13 to 18 who are returning competitive athletes or have completed either the High School Program or a Learn-to-Row session and have received approval from our Head Coach to register in the Competitive Program. Training sessions run six days a week—mornings Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings—with the possibility of some evening sessions, as determined by the Head Coach. The training program will focus on preparing for two summer NWIRA regattas, with the potential to attend select events in Southern Ontario.

  • This program is for rowers aged 19 and over who have learned the basics of rowing and are ready to compete in regattas. Open rowers train six times a week—weekday mornings (Monday through Friday) and Saturday mornings. The training program is focused on preparing for two NWIRA summer regattas, with the possibility of also attending the RowOntario Championships in Welland, ON, and Head of the Trent in Peterborough, ON.

  • This program is for rowers aged 23 and over who have learned the basics of rowing and are ready to compete in regattas. Prior approval from our Head Coach is REQUIRED for anyone joining a competitive program for the first time. Masters rowers can train up to six sessions per week—weekday mornings (Monday through Friday) and Saturday mornings. Training will be focused on two NWIRA summer regattas, with the potential to attend the RowOntario Masters Championships in Welland, ON, and the Head of the Trent in Peterborough, ON.

    Members of the Masters program can expect to compete against both older and younger rowers, with a time handicap applied to account for age differences among competitors.

  • This program offers individuals the chance to enjoy rowing for fun and fitness in a relaxed, supportive environment. Participants receive coaching and supervision, with activities tailored to suit a variety of skill and comfort levels. You can choose to attend one, two or three weekly practice sessions.

    Prerequisite to recreational rowing is completing a Learn To Row and Novice program or as qualified by a coach.

    Please note: practice times may be adjusted in the fall to accommodate earlier sunset hours.

    Those that want to row for only part of the year can purchase a punch card see below for pricing.

  • This membership is for single boat owners who have a reserved space in the singles bay and are not enrolled in any other TBRC program. It grants access to club facilities, TBRC social events, voting rights at the AGM, and updates from TBRC, Row Ontario, and RCA.

    Please note: This membership is not required if you are joining a TBRC on-water program. RCA and Row Ontario fees are included.

  • This program is designed for students in grades 9–12 (current year), with the possibility of accepting others based on interest and available space. It serves as a combined Learn to Row and Novice program, offering a solid introduction to the sport. Based on coach assessments, athletes may be invited to progress into the Novice, Member, or Competitive rowing programs.

    Learn more about the program here.

  • This program is open to all ages and skill levels, making it a great starting point for anyone interested in rowing. Space is limited, so if the program fills up, you'll be added to a waiting list. Additional Learn to Row sessions may be offered depending on interest. After completing the program, and based on coach evaluations, participants may be invited to join the Novice, Member, or Competitive rowing programs.

    Learn more here.

  • The Novice Program is designed for individuals who have completed our High School Program, participated in a Learn to Row session, or are returning to the sport after time away. This is the perfect next step to continue developing your rowing skills in a supportive and fun environment.

    You’ll build on the fundamentals of rowing while improving technique, fitness, and confidence on the water. Practices are held twice weekly. (Please note: sessions falling on a civic holiday Monday will be rescheduled to an alternate day.)

    With Head Coach approval, athletes may transition into our Recreational or Competitive Programs as they progress.

How to join a program

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How to join a program 🚣‍♀️

Welcome to the most difficult part of rowing: registration.
Sculling on a calm morning is peaceful and pure—but getting there takes some coordination. Rowing is an equipment-intensive sport with inherent risks, so proper registration is essential.

👉 Important: For insurance purposes, all rowers must register with Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) before registering with the club.

Follow this step-by-step guide and we’ll help get you on the water this season:

Step 1: Choose Your Program

Take a look at our programs page and decide which rowing program fits you best.

Step 2: Create a Rowing Canada Account (RCA)

Go to Rowing Canada's Membership Portal and create an account.

🧠 Already have an account? Skip to Step 4.

Step 3: Complete Your Profile in RCA

Enter your personal information and follow the prompts to finish setting up your account.

Step 4: Join a Program in RCA

Click the red “+ Join a Program” button on your Rowing Canada dashboard.

Step 5: Select Your TBRC Program in RCA

Search for Thunder Bay Rowing Club, choose your desired program, and click “Join.”

Step 6: Review & Accept Agreements in RCA

Read through the waivers and acknowledgments. Once you're ready, accept them to move forward.

Step 7: Register with Thunder Bay Rowing Club on iCrew

Open the iCrew TBRC Registration Form . Fill in the required information.

✅ Make sure you've completed your Rowing Canada registration and joined a TBRC program before submitting this form.

🧠 Already have an account? Skip to Step 4.

Step 8: Pay your fees on iCrew

Navigate to iCrew Club Home tab and click on the Club Store button to pay your program fee through PayPal.

🎉 Step 9: You’re In!

Congratulations! You’re officially registered with the Thunder Bay Rowing Club for the 2026 season.
A club representative will reach out shortly with next steps, including how to submit your payment.

💬 Need Help?

If you have any questions or run into trouble, feel free to contact us at info@thunderbayrowingclub.com or visit our website for more info.

2026 Fee Schedule

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2026 Fee Schedule 📋

2026 TBRC Program Fees

All amounts shown in CAD. HST is shown as a separate line item.

Program Fees Summary
Program Program Fee RCA + Row ON Fees Sub-total HST Total Rows / Week
Competitive Programs
Junior Competitive (U18)1 $940.00 $76.48 $1,016.48 $122.20 $1,138.68 —
Open Competitive1 $1,040.00 $76.48 $1,116.48 $135.20 $1,251.68 —
Masters Competitive1 $1,040.00 $76.48 $1,116.48 $135.20 $1,251.68 —
Novice & Recreational
Novice $656.00 $76.48 $732.48 $85.28 $817.76 2
Recreational $744.00 $76.48 $820.48 $96.72 $917.20 3
Learn-to-Row & Punch Cards
Learn-To-Row (3 rows) $75.00 $51.05 $126.05 $9.75 $135.80 3 rows total
10-row Punch Card (initial)2 $182.00 $76.48 $258.48 $23.66 $282.14 10 rows total
10-row Punch Card (subsequent)2 $250.00 — $250.00 $32.50 $282.50 10 rows total
Other
Singles Owners3 $318.00 $76.48 $394.48 $41.34 $435.82 n/a
  • 1 Competitive rowers are required to complete two (2) bingo shifts and ten (10) hours of volunteer service during the season. Volunteer hours may be completed by an immediate family member on the athlete’s behalf.
  • 2 The first punch card purchase includes the required RCA + Row Ontario membership fees. Subsequent punch cards purchased within the same season do not require additional RCA + Row Ontario fees. A full-season Recreational membership may be purchased once the initial punch card has been fully used.
  • 3 The singles owners fee is waived when full club program fees have been paid for the season. Prorated reductions may apply for partial-season enrollment.

Notes

  • Fees for the year are billed in full at signup.

  • Competitive programs include up to 6 rowing sessions per week.

  • Fees may be prorated for recreational rowers who change programs during the year to a competitive program.

  • Family discount: $100 off per child when a parent is enrolled in a full program

  • Competitive rowers are required to:

    • Work 2 bingo shifts

    • Complete 10 volunteer hours per calendar year (hours can be transferred to a family member)

  • Singles fee is waived when full-year club fees are paid.

  • Length of the rowing season: May to end of October.

  • If fees are a concern, please speak with us — we’ll work something out!