SJRC is a volunteer run,  501(c)(3) non-profit with youth programs to accommodate all levels of experience, aimed at building skills and confidence both on and off the waters of the Cooper River (NJ). Rowing is a year-round sport at SJRC, with options for everyone.  

Contact Us:  SouthJerseyRowingClub1@gmail.com

SJRC's Learn-to-Row program is an introduction to the sport of rowing for rising 6th grade through high school students (coed) with no prior experience.  Each session is one week long and students will learn boat safety, equipment education, land and water training.  Athletes will be rowing on the water for the majority of the session out of the Camden County Boathouse on the Cooper River, 7050 North Park Drive, Pennsauken, N.J. 08109.  If necessary, practices will move indoors during inclement weather at 7905 Browning Road, Suite 202, Pennsauken (across the street from the Boathouse).  

Monday - Thursday (unless noted), 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. 

• September 6th - 9th (practice Sept.9th instead of Sept. 5th)

Each session is capped at 16 athletes

Cost:  $195.00

High School

September 6th - November 12th
4:00 - 6:00 P.M. Tuesdays - Fridays, 7:00 - 9:00 A.M. Saturdays
Cost:  $1,325*

Middle School

September 12th - November 3rd
4:00 - 6:00 P.M. Tuesdays & Thursdays, will switch to Saturdays 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. when it starts to get dark in the evenings
Cost:  $800

*Payable either in full or two installments; $700 due at the time of registration and $625 by October 1, 2022.   

There will be no refunds unless a sickness or injury occurs within the first two weeks of a season. Refunds must be promptly requested by contacting SJRC via email. A $50.00 processing fee will be applied.  If a program is cancelled by SJRC, full refunds will be issued.

MANDATORY PARENTS MEETING for Novice and new to SJRC rower families on Saturday Sept. 17th immediately following practice. It’s strongly recommended returning rowers’ parents also attend.

HIGH SCHOOL Regattas

Please block off the entire day as all athletes are required to be there from start to finish of each regatta. Working together on regatta day is an important goal SJRC works to promote with the athletes.

Registration must be completed by a Parent or Guardian for Athletes under 18 years of age.  Athletes will not be allowed in a boat until their registration is complete.  Additionally, all SJRC high school rowers and coxswains will need to have a current USRowing Membership (at least the "Basic + Regatta Package" membership option -  approximately $26) at the time of registration valid through the last day of the program.  Go to USRowing's website to register, use the club code: AQR49. 

Swim Test:  Before being permitted in a boat, athletes must have completed a swim test.  If you have not previously performed a swim test or have a valid form on file at SJRC, a signed certification from your school or coach, your swim team or proof of the athlete's valid current lifeguard certifications will be accepted (download the form HERE). 

Need Registration Help?  Email  SouthJerseyRowingClub1@gmail.com

The Women's U19 2x competed at Women's Henley Regatta this past June, which was a first for the club.  The women raced a time trial on the first day of competition to move on to the head to head brackets.  Results are not posted just whether or not the crew advances, which the girls did taking first overall (results were posted after we returned home).   They were then placed in the lower bracket where they advanced to the finals, with two easily verdicts and one verdict 1/2 length, which landed them in the final.  Tough racing conditions and being in the unfamiliar lane the girls had a hard fought second place finish overall at the regatta.

The 2019 Spring Season capped off at the USRowing Youth Nationals Championships in Sarasota, FL.  The team matched it's 2018 entries with six boats competing at the event with the top competition across the country.  

It was a great weekend of racing and good results for the boats.  A lot of youth in these boats that shows for a promising results next year at this National Championship.

Interested in becoming a sponsor of South Jersey Rowing Club?  Please email to inquire.

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