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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
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SUMMARY:CAMP: Rowing BC Beach Sprint Development Camp
DESCRIPTION:This Beach Sprint Development Camp is being hosted by Rowing BC\, with support from Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA)\, to provide flatwater rowers already racing at the university level with an opportunity to engage in the beach sprint format. With beach sprints coming to the LA28 Olympics\, there is a specific goal ahead for interested competitive athletes! \nThis camp will give athletes the chance to learn about and practice all of the components of the beach sprint format and prepare for possibly racing at the Western Canadian Beach Sprint Championships in Victoria on June 27-28\, 2026. The Western Canadian Beach Sprint Championships is one of the regional selection events available for athletes who may go on to represent Canada at the 2026 World Beach Sprint Finals. \nCompeting in beach sprints is a great additional opportunity for competitive flatwater rowers. Your flatwater training sets the physiological foundation for both rowing disciplines. Then at the beach you can train the specific skills and techniques for quick launches\, fast turns\, and good wave management. The beach sprint event calendar focuses on April – August\, complimenting the existing university racing season. Its not flatwater racing OR beach sprints\, its flatwater racing AND beach sprints! \nWhere: UVIC Sailing and Coastal Rowing Compound at Cadboro Bay\, Victoria \nWhen: Sunday\, May 24 from 12 PM-4 PM \nAthletes: This camp is open to university/senior athletes who are already experienced competitive flatwater rowers. Athletes must be confident in a single. \nCoaches: This camp will be coached by: \n\nRowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul\nRCA’s U23 NextGen Coach\, Katie Bahain Steenman\nUVIC Coastal Rowing Coach\, York Langerfeld\nOARCA Coastal Rowing Coach\, Janice Mason\n2x Canadian Olympic Rower\, Carling Zeeman\n\nDetails:  \n\n12-12:15 pm Welcome and introduction.\n12:15-12:45 pm Race format overview\n1-1:45 pm Practice entries\n1:45-2:30 pm Practice slalom and turn\n2:30-3:15 pm Practice exits\n3:15-3:45 pm Processional time trail run trough or mock side by side racing\n3:45 pm-4 pm Wrap up\n\nRegistration: There is no cost to participate but you must sign up in advance. \nREGISTER HERE by May 10\, 2026.\nNote: There must be a minimum of 6 athletes registered by the deadline in order for this camp to run. There are a total of 30 athlete spots available. Sign up early to ensure you don’t miss out! \nIf you have additional questions\, please reach out to memberservices@rowingbc.ca
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-rowing-bc-beach-sprint-development-camp/
CATEGORIES:Coastal Rowing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190347Z
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SUMMARY:REGATTA: Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta (Delta)
DESCRIPTION:Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta hosted by Delta Deas Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Deas Slough\, Delta \nDescription: This 1000m event is an opportunity to end the Spring season specifically for JR athletes not planning to attend the Canadian Secondary School Rowing Association Regatta. While performance athletes are welcome\, the focus is on the development of novice and JV athletes. This event is a sister event to the Nanaimo Sprints Regatta. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central \nQuestions can be directed to the Local Organizing Committee Chair.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-delta-deas-scholastic-regatta-delta-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T225754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190225Z
UID:10000633-1779494400-1779580799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Nanaimo Sprints Regatta (Nanaimo)
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Sprints hosted by Nanaimo Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Long Lake\, Nanaimo \nDescription: This 1000m event was created as an opportunity to end the Spring season specifically for JR athletes not planning to attend the Canadian Secondary School Rowing Association Regatta. While performance athletes are welcome\, the focus is on the development of novice and JV athletes. This regatta is being expanded to also include opportunities for SR and MA athletes looking for additional race opportunities at this point in the season. For JR athletes\, this event is a sister event to the Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to the Local Organizing Committee Chair.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-nanaimo-sprints-regatta-nanaimo-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260219T174313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T193947Z
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Level 2 Umpire Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Level 2 Umpire Clinic\n\nAssistant (Level 1) Umpires – If you attended a few regattas last season and have had the chance to:\n\ndo at least one shift each in the positions of Control\, Finish\, Start\, and Judge at the Start; and\nobserve (ride along) with a Race Umpire\,\n\nthen you may be ready to take the Level 2 Umpire Clinic! \nThe Level 2 Umpire Clinic provides an opportunity to delve deeper into each of the four positions you have already tried\, and equips you to also be in the Race Umpire position. After completion of the Level 2 Clinic you will become an Associate Umpire\, ready to take on additional roles at your next regatta. \nThere is no cost to attend the Level 2 Umpire Clinic. \nDetails:  \n\nMonday\, May 11\, 2026 7:00-9:00 PM via Zoom\nSaturday\, May 16th 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM at the Rowing BC Office (100 – 4636 Elk Lake Drive\, Victoria)\n\nRegistration: \nComplete the registration form HERE to sign up. \nRowing BC’s Office and the Umpire Clinician facilitating this clinic will be in touch with you to provide final details in the week leading up to this clinic. \n\nHave questions? Contact the Rowing BC Umpire Committee.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-level-2-umpire-clinic-7/
CATEGORIES:RBC Umpire Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T225600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T190058Z
UID:10000632-1778198400-1778457599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Shawnigan Lake Regatta (Shawnigan Lake)
DESCRIPTION:Shawnigan Lake Regatta hosted by Shawnigan Lake School Rowing.  \nLocation: Shawnigan Lake School (1975 Renfrew Rd\, Shawnigan Lake\, BC) \nDescription: This 2000m regatta is for highschool athletes racing for their clubs or schools. It is the last big local regatta on Vancouver Island in the Spring season\, and a final chance for a tune up before some teams head to the Canadian Secondary School Regatta. Athletes attending this regatta will often first attend the Maple Bay Regatta and Brentwood Regatta\, then attend the Shawnigan Lake Regatta\, possibly before attending the Canadian Secondary School Regatta. Participants come from across BC. Hosted in a park\, this regatta has a garden picnic atmosphere that is nice for spectators. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Jennifer Parfitt.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-shawnigan-lake-regatta-shawnigan-lake-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T225419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185936Z
UID:10000631-1776988800-1777247999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Brentwood Regatta (Mill Bay)
DESCRIPTION:Brentwood Regatta hosted by Brentwood College School Rowing.  \nLocation: Brentwood College School (2735 Mt Baker Rd\, Mill Bay\, BC) \nDescription: The 1500m Brentwood Regatta has been held annually since 1971. This international event is attended by Junior rowers from schools and clubs across BC and the Pacific Northwest of the US. For many\, this is the pinnacle event of the Spring season\, and it also functions as the qualification regatta for Canadian crews to qualify for Windermere Cup. Aside from the racing\, people attend for the experience of the regatta – teams sleep in the gym or classrooms at the school and spend their entire regatta weekend on the campus with on-land events planned throughout the days and evenings. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, David Calder.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-brentwood-regatta-mill-bay-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T225250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T225250Z
UID:10000630-1776556800-1776643199@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Cadborosaurus Coastal Regatta (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Cadborosaurus Coastal Endurance Regatta hosted by OARCA Coastal Rowing \nLocation: Cadboro Bay\, Saanich \nDescription: Intended to provide a World Rowing endurance-length course for coastal rowers. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, York Langerfeld.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-cadborosaurus-coastal-regatta-victoria-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T183404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185742Z
UID:10000629-1775865600-1776038399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Maple Bay Regatta (Duncan)
DESCRIPTION:Maple Bay Regatta hosted by Maple Bay Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Quamichan Lake\, Duncan \nDescription: This regatta on a fully-buoyed course is offered to help prepare Juniors for the Brentwood\, Shawnigan\, and CSSRA regattas coming later in the season.  \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Dave Symonds.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-maple-bay-regatta-duncan-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T183137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185633Z
UID:10000628-1775865600-1775951999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: St. George's/Vancouver College Boatrace (Richmond)
DESCRIPTION:St. George’s/Vancouver College Boat Race hosted by St. George’s School Rowing and Vancouver College Rowing. \nLocation: Fraser River\, Richmond or False Creek\, Vancouver (in alternating years) \nDescription: This is an annual contest between St. George’s and Vancouver College. The format of the race is a dual style head-to-head race where two crews start side by side and race the best line over the set distance on either the Fraser River or within False Creek.  \nMore information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to St. George’s Rowing.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-st-georges-vancouver-college-boatrace-richmond/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260219T174828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T182116Z
UID:10000668-1775260800-1775433599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Level 3 Umpire Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Level 3 Umpire Clinic\n\nLicensed (Level 2) Umpires who are interested in learning more about the Chief Umpire role or becoming a Chief Umpire are invited to take the Level 3 Umpire Clinic. This clinic forms the foundation for becoming a Chief Umpire\, and prepares umpires to take on the role of Associate Chief Umpire at upcoming regattas to gain the practical experience required before completing the final exam.\nThere is no cost to attend the Level 3 Umpire Clinic. \nDetails:  \n\nSaturday\, April 4\, 2026 and Sunday\, April 5\, 2026 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM at the Rowing BC Office (100 – 4636 Elk Lake Drive\, Victoria)\n\nContact ucommittee@rowingbc.ca to sign up. \nRowing BC’s Office and the Umpire Clinician facilitating this clinic will be in touch with you to provide final details in the week leading up to this clinic. \n\nHave questions? Contact the Rowing BC Umpire Committee.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-level-3-umpire-clinic/
CATEGORIES:RBC Umpire Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T182652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185407Z
UID:10000627-1775260800-1775347199@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Head of the Fort (Fort Langley)
DESCRIPTION:Head of the Fort hosted by Fort Langley Community Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Bedford Channel\, Fort Langley \nDescription: This 4.4 km head race event is intended to provide a start-of-season racing opportunity on the Lower Mainland.  \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Head of the Fort under Canadian Regattas). \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Lisa Samuel.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-head-of-the-fort-fort-langley-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T181332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185225Z
UID:10000626-1774656000-1774742399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Brown Cup (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Brown Cup hosted by University of Victoria  \nLocation: Gorge Waterway\, Victoria \nDescription: This is an annual contest between UBC and UVIC\, started in 1991. The format of the race is a dual style head-to-head race where two crews start side by side and race the best line over the set distance on either the Gorge Waterway or the Fraser River. Watched live around the world\, the Brown Cup Races have become a fixture in the Canadian rowing calendar. \nMore information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Aalbert Van Schothorst.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-brown-cup-victoria/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250820T203802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T061648Z
UID:10000613-1774483200-1774828799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:Junior Development Camp (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Come join BC’s top identified Junior athletes at the Rowing BC Junior Development Camp held in Victoria on March 26-29\, 2026. \n\nGeneral details:\nLocation – Victoria\, BC: Elk Lake\nCost –  $425.00\nDates – Thursday\, March 26 (9am start) to Sunday\, March 29 (2pm finish)\n*All associated expenses related to transportation\, food and accommodation will be the responsibility of the athlete.\n\n\nWho this camp is for:\n\n\nInterested athletes should have been involved in previous Rowing BC Camps and must meet minimum 2k erg standards (Female – 7:45\, Male – 6:45)\nOther consideration will be on coach recommendation.\n\nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\nThis camp will be a follow up for athletes that attended Rowing BC’s November and January Development Camps.\nThe Canadian Sport Institute Pacific Physiologists will be on hand to conduct a followup Sub Max Lactate Step Test – results will be an indication of the effectiveness of the athletes training over the winter.\nAnother unique feature for this camp will be a seminar presented by CSI Pacific Sports Psychologist\, Geoff Hackett\, who will discuss strategies and techniques for Mental Performance in preparation for the spring and summer racing seasons\n\nAPPLY BY FEBRUARY 27th to be considered for this camp. \n\n\nAccess the athlete application form HERE\nAccess the coach mentorship program application form HERE\n\nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul. \nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Development Camps and performance opportunities can be found HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-performance-camp-victoria-5/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260203T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T191518Z
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: RCA Coastal Coach Workshop (Virtual Component)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Coastal Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with coastal rowers. \n\nThis workshop is divided into two components – a virtual component and an in-person component. Coaches should plan to attend a virtual component and an in-person component in the same season if possible as the content is interconnected. \n\nIn the coastal workshops you will learn about and discuss: coastal rowing safety\, training and race skills\, boat handling\, rigging\, and Rules of Racing. \n\n\nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered virtually (via Zoom) over the combination of two evenings: \n\nThursday\, March 19th 6-9 PM\nTuesday\, March 24th 6-9 PM\n\nFull engagement during all sessions is required to receive credit for this workshop. \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($75 workshop fee) is available through EventBrite HERE. \nRegistration will close at 8 AM on Friday\, March 6\, 2026. There must be a minimum of 6 registrants at that time for this workshop to proceed. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you have missed the deadline and want to know more about other upcoming opportunities. \nPre-requisites:  \nBefore taking this workshop\, all coaches must have completed the following RCA Every Coach Certified Requirements: \n\nCriminal Record Check\nNCCP Coach Initiation In Sport (Online Module)\nRCA Rowing Essentials (Online Module)\nMaking Ethical Decisions Module (Multiple Delivery Options Available)\n\nInformation about how to complete each of these requirements is available HERE. \nIn addition\, coaches are expected to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-coastal-coach-workshop-virtual-component-2/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops,Coastal CoachWorkshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260203T191234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T195045Z
UID:10000662-1773878400-1773964799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: RCA Coastal Coach Workshop (Virtual Component)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Coastal Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with coastal rowers. \n\nThis workshop is divided into two components – a virtual component and an in-person component. Coaches should plan to attend a virtual component and an in-person component in the same season if possible as the content is interconnected. \n\nIn the coastal workshops you will learn about and discuss: coastal rowing safety\, training and race skills\, boat handling\, rigging\, and Rules of Racing. \n\n\nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered virtually (via Zoom) over the combination of two evenings: \n\nThursday\, March 19th 6-9 PM\nTuesday\, March 24th 6-9 PM\n\nFull engagement during all sessions is required to receive credit for this workshop. \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($75 workshop fee) is available through EventBrite HERE. \nRegistration will close at 8 AM on Thursday\, March 12\, 2026. There must be a minimum of 4 registrants at that time for this workshop to proceed. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you have missed the deadline and want to know more about other upcoming opportunities. \nPre-requisites:  \nBefore taking this workshop\, all coaches must have completed the following RCA Every Coach Certified Requirements: \n\nCriminal Record Check\nNCCP Coach Initiation In Sport (Online Module)\nRCA Rowing Essentials (Online Module)\nMaking Ethical Decisions Module (Multiple Delivery Options Available)\n\nInformation about how to complete each of these requirements is available HERE. \nIn addition\, coaches are expected to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-coastal-coach-workshop-virtual-component/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops,Coastal CoachWorkshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T175348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T185104Z
UID:10000625-1772841600-1773014399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Elk Lake Spring Regatta (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Elk Lake Spring Regatta hosted by Victoria City Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Victoria City Rowing Club (5100 Patricia Bay Hwy\, Victoria\, BC) \nDescription: This 1850m sprint race is an opportunity to kick-start the Spring racing season\, both for performance athletes\, and for others just looking for an event early in the season. It is primarily attended by teams from Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland\, with some additional reach into the Pacific NorthWest and/or Alberta. This is a common starting point to the Spring racing season\, however\, which event athletes attend next is very dependent on the athlete stream. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to the VCRC Club Manager.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-elk-lake-spring-regatta-victoria-2/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260224T200811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235923Z
UID:10000669-1772841600-1772927999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: RCA Learn to Row Coach Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Learn to Row Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with beginner athletes (those in the Learn to Train stage of Long Term Athlete Development). \nIn this workshop you will learn about and discuss: safety\, analyzing the rowing stroke\, Long Term Athlete Development\, lesson planning\, skills analysis\, teaching and learning\, rigging\, para rowing\, and modifying Learn to Row lessons to meet the needs of your club and the participants. \nFollowing completion of this workshop you will be “RCA Learn to Row Coach Trained”. \nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered in-person at the Vancouver Rowing Club (450 Stanley Park Drive) from 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM on Saturday\, March 7th. \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($200 workshop fee) is available through the EventBrite HERE. \nRegistration will close on Sunday\, March 1st. Each workshop offering requires a minimum of 6 participants in order to proceed. If there are fewer than 6 registrants for a given option at the time that registration closes\, every effort will be made to include those participants in an option that will be running. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you have missed the deadline and want to know more about other upcoming opportunities. \nPre-requisites:  \nBefore taking this workshop\, all coaches must have completed the following RCA Every Coach Certified Requirements: \n\nCriminal Record Check\nNCCP Coach Initiation In Sport (Online Module)\nRCA Rowing Essentials (Online Module)\nMaking Ethical Decisions Module (Multiple Delivery Options Available)\n\nInformation about how to complete each of these requirements is available HERE. \nIn addition\, coaches are expected to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-learn-to-row-coach-workshop-4/
CATEGORIES:RCA Learn To Row Instructor Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260204T003127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T003127Z
UID:10000665-1772323200-1772409599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Hands-on Rigging Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Rowing BC Rigging Workshop \nWHERE: UBC Boathouse (7277 River Road\, Richmond)\nWHEN: Sunday\, March 1\, 2026 4-5 PM \nWish you were more confident rigging your own boat\, or setting equipment up for the athletes you coach? Bring your questions and curiosity to this rigging workshop hosted by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul. In this hands-on session\, we’ll get out the tools and help you build rigging confidence and knowledge. This session is also applicable for coaches setting up equipment for para athletes. \nThis workshop is FREE! \nCoaches at this session are eligible for pro-d points through the NCCP. \nSign up HERE so we know who to expect.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-hands-on-rigging-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T234033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T215532Z
UID:10000649-1772323200-1772409599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:U17 Development Camp (Lower Mainland)
DESCRIPTION:This camp is specifically designed for U17 athletes with an interest in representing their Zone at the 2026 BC Summer Games in July. Come train alongside other U17 athletes and learn what to expect from the BC Summer Games selection and competition process.\n\nThis is a one-day\, full-day camp running from 10 AM – 3 PM on Sunday\, March 1\, hosted at the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse (7277 River Rd\, Richmond). The camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul\, supported by additional coaches from Junior programs across Zone 3 – Fraser Valley\, Zone 4 – Fraser River\, and Zone 5 – Vancouver Central Coast.\n\nAll U17 athletes are invited to attend.\nRegister HERE!\nRegistration deadline: 8 pm on February 17\, 2026\n\nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul.\nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Development Camps and performance opportunities can be found HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-u17-development-camp-lower-mainland/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260203T235057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T191022Z
UID:10000664-1772064000-1772150399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Para Coach Workshop - How to find/create meaningful competition opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Para Coach Workshop:  \nHow to find/create meaningful competition opportunities\, and understanding the RCA Rules of Racing  \nWHO: Coaches of para programs as well as para athletes and their families are invited to attend this workshop \nWHAT: Before the Spring racing season begins\, this interactive webinar will create an opportunity to further discuss how to find/create meaningful competition opportunities for para athletes within the BC Regatta Calendar. By approaching this topic together\, we can ensure that all of the coaches are on the same page regarding the who/what/when/where/why/how of meaningful racing before the entry deadlines start to loom. \nWHERE: Virtual workshop via Zoom \nWHEN: Thursday\, February 26th from 6-8 PM \nRegister for your Zoom link HERE.\n\n\n\n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-para-coach-workshop-how-to-find-create-meaningful-competition-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250820T203719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T184754Z
UID:10000612-1771718400-1771804799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:U17 Development Camp (Shawnigan Lake)
DESCRIPTION:This camp is specifically designed for U17 athletes with an interest in representing their Zone at the 2026 BC Summer Games in July. Come train alongside other U17 athletes and learn what to expect from the BC Summer Games selection and competition process.\n\nThis is a one-day\, full-day camp running from 8 AM – 3 PM on Sunday\, February 22 hosted at Shawnigan Lake School (1975 Renfrew Rd\, Shawnigan Lake). The camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul\, supported by additional coaches from Junior programs across Zone 6 – Vancouver Island.\n\nAll U17 athletes are invited to attend.\n\nRegister HERE!\nRegistration deadline: 8 pm on February 9\, 2026\n\nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul.\nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Development Camps and performance opportunities can be found HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-u17-performance-camp-shawnigan-lake/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20251003T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T180302Z
UID:10000654-1771632000-1771718399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:Rowing BC Annual Umpire Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar!\nRowing BC’s Annual Umpire Seminar has been scheduled as follows: \n\nSaturday\, February 21\, 2026\n9:30 AM – 4:00 PM\nMary Winspear Center in Sidney\, BC\n\nThe underlying theme of this seminar is collaboration and celebration. We are crafting an agenda of topics that will be approached in an interactive and collaborative way\, ensuring you can fully engage with each of the topics in a way that is relevant to you. We also look forward to using this day to celebrate some of the notable accomplishments of individual umpires over the past year\, and will be enjoying a catered lunch to show our appreciation of the entire umpire community! \nA complete agenda will be shared in the New Year. In the meantime\, please use the link below to complete the Annual Umpire Seminar registration form so we can plan with accurate numbers. \nComplete your registration form HERE.\n\nRowing BC Umpire Committee Elections\nDuring the Annual Umpire Seminar\, an election will be held to select up to 6 members for the 2026 Rowing BC Umpire Committee.\n\nRegistered\, Licensed Umpires who have actively participated in regattas during the previous year are eligible for election to the Rowing BC Umpire Committee. Ideally\, there will be representation on the Committee from at least two of the three regions of the province (Vancouver Island\, Lower Mainland and Interior). Where practical\, the Committee is intended to include an Umpire Clinician and a Certified Chief Umpire. \nIf you would like to submit your name for inclusion in the election\, please complete the Expression of Interest form below by Friday\, January 23rd.  \nCandidate bios will be shared in advance of the Annual Umpire Seminar to support all Licensed Umpires to make informed decisions when it comes time to vote. \nThank you in advance to everyone who puts their name forward to serve on the Rowing BC Umpire Committee. \n\nSubmit a Rowing BC Umpire Committee Expression of Interest form HERE.\n\nFind out more about umpiring in BC by contacting the Rowing BC Umpire Committee – ucommittee@rowingbc.ca
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/seminar-rowing-bc-annual-umpire-seminar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20260120T000244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T000244Z
UID:10000661-1771027200-1771113599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Level 2 Umpire Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Level 2 Umpire Clinic\n\nAssistant (Level 1) Umpires – If you attended a few regattas last season and have had the chance to:\n\ndo at least one shift each in the positions of Control\, Finish\, Start\, and Judge at the Start; and\nobserve (ride along) with a Race Umpire\,\n\nthen you may be ready to take the Level 2 Umpire Clinic! \nThe Level 2 Umpire Clinic provides an opportunity to delve deeper into each of the four positions you have already tried\, and equips you to also be in the Race Umpire position. After completion of the Level 2 Clinic you will become an Associate Umpire\, ready to take on additional roles at your next regatta. \nThere is no cost to attend the Level 2 Umpire Clinic. \nFebruary Hybrid Learning Option \n\nTuesday\, February 2nd 7:00-9:00 PM\nSaturday\, February 14th 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (In-person\, Vancouver – location TBA)\n\nContact ucommittee@rowingbc.ca to sign up. \nRowing BC’s Office and the Umpire Clinician facilitating this clinic will be in touch with you to provide final details in the week leading up to this clinic. \n\nHave questions? Contact the Rowing BC Umpire Committee.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-level-2-umpire-clinic-5/
CATEGORIES:RBC Umpire Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T175112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T184950Z
UID:10000624-1769904000-1769990399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Kraken Erg (Mill Bay)
DESCRIPTION:Kraken Erg hosted by Brentwood College School Rowing.  \nLocation: Brentwood College School (2735 Mt Baker Rd\, Mill Bay\, BC) \nDescription: This indoor rowing regatta includes all athlete streams\, and is intended as a regional end-of-winter indoor regatta. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Head of Rowing\, David Calder.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-kraken-erg-mill-bay/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250924T174906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T184830Z
UID:10000623-1769817600-1769903999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Beat the Beast (Vancouver)
DESCRIPTION:Beat the Beast hosted by St. George’s School Rowing.  \nLocation: St. George’s School (4175 W 29th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC) \nDescription: This indoor rowing regatta includes all athlete streams\, and is intended as a regional end-of-winter indoor regatta. \nRegistration: Registration and more information will be available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to St. George’s School Rowing.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-beat-the-beast-3/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250820T203610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T230228Z
UID:10000611-1769212800-1769385599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:Junior Performance Camp (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Come join BC’s top identified Junior athletes at the Rowing BC Junior Development Camp held in Victoria on January 24-25\, 2026. \nInterested athletes are invited to APPLY HERE  \nGet involved at this camp through Rowing BC’s Coach Mentorship Program! Two coaches will be selected to be involved\, and will be thanked with an honorarium for their time. \nInterested coaches are invited toAPPLY HERE  \nApplications close January 7\, 2026.  \nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul. \nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Development Camps and performance opportunities can be found HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-performance-camp-victoria-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250923T193854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T215113Z
UID:10000620-1768521600-1768780799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:RCA Coach Weekend 2 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with athletes interested in regional and provincial competition (those in the Train to Train and Learn to Compete stage of Long Term Athlete Development). \nThis workshop is divided into two weekends of learning – RCA Coach Weekend 1 Workshop and RCA Coach Weekend 2 Workshop. Rowing BC offers Weekend 1 annually in November and Weekend 2 annually in January. Coaches are encouraged to take these as a set rather than waiting more than a year in between workshops. \nIn these workshops you will learn about and discuss: Long Term Athlete Development\, analyzing rowing technique\, analyzing rigging (including adaptations for para athletes)\, designing a sport program\, movement screens\, planning a practice\, supporting athletes in training\, testing and monitoring athlete performance\, and supporting competitive experiences. \nFollowing completion of this workshop your status will be “RCA Coach Trained” and you will be ready to complete your RCA Coach evaluation shortly afterwards. \nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered in-person in Vancouver\, BC hosted at the Vancouver Rowing Club (450 Stanley Park Drive): \n\nFriday\, January 16th 6 – 8 PM\nSaturday\, January 17th 9 AM – 5 PM\nSunday\, January 18th 9 AM – 5 PM\n\nFull engagement during all sessions is required to have completed the RCA Coach Weekend 2 workshop. \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($275 workshop fee) is available through EventBrite HERE. \nRegistration will close at 8 AM on Friday\, January 2\, 2026. There must be a minimum of 6 registrants at that time for this workshop to proceed. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you have missed the deadline and want to know more about other upcoming opportunities. \nPre-requisites:  \nBefore taking this workshop\, all coaches must have completed the following RCA Every Coach Certified Requirements: \n\nCriminal Record Check\nNCCP Coach Initiation In Sport (Online Module)\nRCA Rowing Essentials (Online Module)\nMaking Ethical Decisions Module (Multiple Delivery Options Available)\n\nInformation about how to complete each of these requirements is available HERE. \nCoaches must have completed the RCA Coach Weekend 1 Workshop before attending the RCA Coach Weekend 2 Workshop. \nIn addition\, coaches are expected to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-coach-weekend-2-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250820T203516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T230404Z
UID:10000610-1765670400-1765756799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:Junior Development Camp (Vancouver)
DESCRIPTION:Come join BC’s top identified Junior athletes at the Rowing BC Junior Development Camp held in Vancouver on December 14\, 2025. \nInterested athletes are invited to APPLY HERE. Applications close November 24\, 2025.  \nGet involved at this camp through Rowing BC’s Coach Mentorship Program! Two coaches will be selected to be involved\, and will be thanked with an honoarium for their time. APPLY HERE to be considered. Applications close November 24\, 2025.  \nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul. \nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Development Camps and performance opportunities can be found HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-performance-camp-vancouver-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20251027T221139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T222156Z
UID:10000656-1764460800-1764547199@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Intro to coaching para programs
DESCRIPTION:WHO:  \nThis workshop has been specifically created to support coaches involved in the Row-to-Grow program as well as any other coaches who are curious about offering para programs. \nWHAT:  \nYou’ll leave knowing more about: \n\nhow to structure initial experiences for this participant population\nhow to create meaningful alignment with other programs offered at your club\nhow to make individualized equipment adjustments\nand more!\n\nWHERE:  \nLower Mainland\, location TBA* \n*A travel subsidy is available for coaches from outside of the Lower Mainland who will need to take the ferry in order to attend. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca for more details \nWHEN:  \nSunday\, November 30th 10 AM – 2 PM \nSIGN UP:  \nThere is no cost to attend this workshop! Please sign up HERE so we can communicate details with you in advance of the workshop.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-intro-to-coaching-para-programs/
CATEGORIES:RCA Learn To Row Instructor Para Module
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260419T041145
CREATED:20250923T192916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T154040Z
UID:10000619-1764288000-1764547199@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: RCA Coach Weekend 1 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with athletes interested in regional and provincial competition (those in the Train to Train and Learn to Compete stage of Long Term Athlete Development). \nThis workshop is divided into two weekends of learning – RCA Coach Weekend 1 Workshop and RCA Coach Weekend 2 Workshop. Rowing BC offers Weekend 1 annually in November and Weekend 2 annually in January. Coaches are encouraged to take these as a set rather than waiting more than a year in between workshops. \nIn these workshops you will learn about and discuss: Long Term Athlete Development\, analyzing rowing technique\, analyzing rigging (including adaptations for para athletes)\, designing a sport program\, movement screens\, planning a practice\, supporting athletes in training\, testing and monitoring athlete performance\, and supporting competitive experiences. \nFollowing completion of this workshop your status will be “RCA Coach In-Training” and you will be ready to take the RCA Coach Weekend 2 Workshop. \nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered in-person in Victoria\, BC: \n\nFriday\, November 28th 6 – 8 PM\nSaturday\, November 29th 9 AM – 5 PM\nSunday\, November 30th 9 AM – 5 PM\n\nFull engagement during all sessions is required to have completed the RCA Coach Weekend 1 workshop. \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($275 workshop fee) is available through EventBrite HERE. \nRegistration will close at 8 AM on Friday\, November 14\, 2025. There must be a minimum of 6 registrants at that time for this workshop to proceed. Contact memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you have missed the deadline and want to know more about other upcoming opportunities. \nPre-requisites:  \nBefore taking this workshop\, all coaches must have completed the following RCA Every Coach Certified Requirements: \n\nCriminal Record Check\nNCCP Coach Initiation In Sport (Online Module)\nRCA Rowing Essentials (Online Module)\nMaking Ethical Decisions Module (Multiple Delivery Options Available)\n\nInformation about how to complete each of these requirements is available HERE. \nIn addition\, coaches are expected to have a Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-coach-weekend-1-workshop-3/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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