FALL Rowing PROGRAMS
Fall Rowing Opportunities – 2025
While SBRC is not officially affiliated with any specific Fall rowing program for the 2025 season, we are proud to have athletes participating in the following programs. We encourage each rower to review the details and choose the program that best fits their goals, schedule, and experience level.
Loudoun Rowing Association – 2025 Fall Rowing Program
Dates:
Elite Tryouts: August 4–5
Season: August 4 or 18 – October 27 (depending on track)
Tracks Offered:
Elite – By tryout selection, male & female boats, extra practice days
Athlete – Returning rowers
Novice – New to rowing
Practice Schedule:
Elite: Mon–Thu (Sat TBD), 5:00–8:00pm (ends earlier as days shorten)
Athlete & Novice: Mon, Wed, Thu, 5:00–8:00pm
Regattas:
Sept 13 – Friendship Regatta – All
Sept 20 – Head of the Anacostia – Elite only
Oct 4–5 – Head of the Ohio – Elite only
Oct 5 – Occoquan Challenge – Athlete & Novice
Oct 12 – Occoquan Chase – All
Oct 25–26 – Head of the Schuylkill – All
Fees:
$750 registration fee
Additional travel costs for away regattas
Maverick Rowing Center – Fall Rowing
Dates: September – November (10 weeks)
Locations & Schedules:
Maverick Rowing Center (Indoor Training):
Wed & Fri:
Morning: 7:00–8:15am
Afternoon: 4:45–6:00pm or 6:15–7:30pm
Algonkian Regional Park (Outdoor Training):
Mon, Tue, Thu: 5:00–7:00pm
Experienced crews: 46 rowers/session
Novice crews: 28 rowers/session
Requirements:
Prior racing experience for experienced track
All rowers must pass VASRA swim test
Other Info:
Includes regatta fees & uniform
Indoor training available for weather/water issues
Reservations required
Club Note:
SBRC will re-evaluate the possibility of affiliating with a Fall rowing program for the 2026 season and will make a decision before next year’s Fall season.
