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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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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:20260419T034705
CREATED:20260204T003127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T003127Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T215532Z
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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:20260419T034705
CREATED:20260203T235057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T191022Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250820T203719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T184754Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20251003T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T180302Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20260120T000244Z
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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. \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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
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:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250820T203516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T230404Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20251027T221139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T222156Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250923T192916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T154040Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250923T195312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T195312Z
UID:10000622-1764201600-1764460799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: RCA Performance Coach
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview: \nThe RCA Performance Coach Workshop is intended for coaches who will be working with athletes interested in provincial and national competition (those in the Learn to Compete and Train to Compete stages of Long Term Athlete Development). \nRCA Performance Coach includes a series of NCCP multi-sport modules coaches complete through the Locker in addition to a weekend of rowing-specific learning. Find out more HERE. \nDetails:  \nThis workshop will be delivered in-person at the Leander Boat Club\, in Hamilton\, ON. \nRegistration:  \nCoaches are accepted to take this workshop based on an application process. Apply HERE before October 14\, 2025 to be considered. \n\nHave further questions? Reach out! \nAdditional information about the Coach Pathway is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rca-performance-coach/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T204639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T235625Z
UID:10000547-1763856000-1763942399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Head of the Shawnigan (Shawnigan Lake)
DESCRIPTION:Head of Shawnigan hosted by Shawnigan Lake School Rowing.  \nLocation: Shawnigan Lake School (1975 Renfrew Rd\, Shawnigan Lake\, BC) \nDescription: This regatta creates a development regatta for athletes from across BC\, but especially Vancouver Island. 3000m and 7000m head racing.  \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-head-of-the-shawnigan-shawnigan-lake/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250923T185143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T153615Z
UID:10000616-1763769600-1763855999@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 multiple formats on this same date: \n\nVictoria In-person Workshop 9 AM – 5 PM – Register HERE\nVancouver In-person Workshop 9:30 AM – 4:45 PM – Register HERE\n\nNote: It may be possible to set up a Virtual offering of this workshop for participants from the Interior if there is sufficient interest. Please email memberservices@rowingbc.ca if you would need/want to make use of the virtual option.  \nRegistration:  Registration and payment ($200 workshop fee) is available through the EventBrite links above. \nRegistration will close on Friday\, November 7\, 2025. 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/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20251003T180702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T180702Z
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SUMMARY:SEMINAR: Rowing BC Umpire Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Rowing BC’s Umpire Committee (UC) is made up of Licensed Umpires elected by their peers to serve a 1-2 year term. In general terms\, the responsibilities of the UC including ensuring all regatta juries are appropriately filled in advance of regattas\, providing oversight to umpire recruitment\, education and development\, and keeping an eye on the umpire components of Rowing BC’s overall budget. Complete details can be found in the Terms of Reference HERE. \nBeginning in 2024\, the UC invited Chief Umpires and Clinicians to occasionally provide additional insight on chosen topics through what became known as the Leadership Forum. Through this avenue\, the Umpire Committee could both share information with Clinicians and Chief Umpires more frequently than otherwise possible\, and have an avenue to solicit their input. \nThe Umpire Leadership Forum will be meeting in Tsawwassen on Saturday\, November 15th. Additional details have been shared directly with the umpires involved. \nWant to know more about umpiring in BC? Contact the UC – ucommittee@rowingbc.ca.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/seminar-rowing-bc-umpire-leadership-forum/
CATEGORIES:RBC Umpire Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250820T203407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T230311Z
UID:10000609-1763078400-1763337599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:Junior Development Camp (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:November 14-16 Camp Details \nOVERVIEW \nCome join BC’s top identified Junior athletes at the Rowing BC Junior Development Camp held at Elk Lake in Victoria November 14-16\, 2025.  \nRowing BC Camps are designed to bring together the province’s top junior rowing athletes for a series of development-focused training opportunities throughout the year. The first camp in this series will serve as an introduction to performance rowing within the province\, providing athletes with a chance to showcase their skills\, receive expert coaching\, and connect with other talented juniors across British Columbia. \nIn addition to on-water training and technical skill development\, the camp offers physiological testing protocols\, including sub-maximal step tests\, to help athletes and coaches better understand fitness levels\, monitor progress\, and guide individualized training plans. These camps also play a key role in exploring potential future crews for provincial and national events\, giving athletes an early opportunity to be considered for higher-level competition. \nThis camp marks the beginning of a structured development pathway aimed at identifying and nurturing emerging rowing talent\, fostering a strong\, connected\, and high-performing junior rowing community in BC. \nWHO \n\nThis camp is intended for top Junior (U17 and U19) athletes from across BC who are in the advanced stages of exploring what it means to be a performance-focused athlete. At this stage\, the female athletes are typically achieving sub 8 min 2k ergs times\, and the male athletes are typically achieving sub 7 min 2k erg times.\nThis camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul\, with additional support from coaches successful in applying for the BC Coach Mentorship program.\nWant to be involved as a coach at this camp through Rowing BC’s Coach Mentorship Program? Apply HERE before October 20\, 2025.\n\nWHAT \nThis camp is an opportunity to: \n\nRow with the top identified BC Junior athletes in mixed crews\nReview Rowing Canada Model Technique and use of video analysis to compare individuals rowing strengths and weaknesses.\nBe coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul as well as top University and club coaches.\nUndergo physiological testing conducted by CSI Pacific staff physiologists\n\nWHERE\nElk Lake Boathouse 5100 Patricia Bay Hwy. Victoria BC V8Y 2T6 \nWHEN\nFriday\, November 14th \n\n1:00 PM Camp General Meeting (Spracklen Room)\n1:30 PM Physiological testing by CSI for Athlete Testing Group 1 (Spracklen Room)\n1:30 PM Row (12 km tech) for Athlete Testing Group 2\n3:30 PM Physiological testing by CSI for Athlete Testing Group 2 (Spracklen Room)\n3:30 PM Row (12 km tech) for Athlete Testing Group 1\n\nSaturday\, November 15th \n\n8:00 AM Camp General Meeting (Spracklen Room)\n8:20 AM Row (16 km tech/drills session in crews)\n11:00 AM Erg Session (3 stroke max watts\, 1000m at 24)\n12:30 PM Lunch\n2:30 PM Row (details TBD)\n5:30 PM Wrap up and departure\n\nSunday\, November 16th \n\n8:00 AM Camp General Meeting (Spracklen Room)\n8:30 AM Row (16 km tech/speed prep in crews)\n12:00 PM Row (Speed Check – 2x1500m timed)\n2:30 PM Wrap up\n3:00 PM Pick up and departure\n\n*Schedule subject to change closer to camp dates.  \nAPPLICATION PROCESS \n\nInterested athletes are invited to apply to be involved in this camp using the form available HERE.\nAthlete application forms are due by October 20\, 2025.\nAthletes will be selected to attend based on having met performance standards communicated in advance of the camp.\n\nFor questions\, contact Rowing BC’s Director of Performance\, Terry Paul. \nMore information about all of Rowing BC’s Junior Development Camps is available HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/camp-performance-camp-victoria-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250910T235705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T235705Z
UID:10000615-1763060400-1763065800@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:2025 Rowing BC AGM
DESCRIPTION:Find out more about the 2025 Rowing BC AGM HERE.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/2025-rowing-bc-agm/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T210114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T210114Z
UID:10000556-1761955200-1762127999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: LVISSA City Championships Regatta (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:LVISSAA City Championships hosted by Greater Victoria Youth Rowing Society (GVYRS).  \nLocation: Elk Lake \nDescription: This 1000m sprint event is part of the Fall racing season for athletes participating in the GVYRS season. This event is followed by the Island High School Championships. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search LVISSAA City Championships under Canadian Regattas). \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Maddi Holmes.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-lvissa-city-championships-regatta-victoria/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T205334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T205334Z
UID:10000552-1760745600-1760918399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Head and Tail of the Gorge (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:Head and Tail of the Gorge hosted by Gorge Narrows Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Gorge Waterway \nDescription: These two regattas are an iconic BC event to attend. Each day\, racing takes place on the Gorge Narrows for all categories of athletes. Viewers can watch from the Tillicum Narrows Bridge as boats navigate through the rushing water at the narrows\, making this a very spectator-friendly event. Historically\, athletes have used this as an opportunity to dress up in Halloween costumes while racing. This event draws participation from across BC and the Pacific NorthWest. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Head and Tail of the Gorge under Canadian Regattas). \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Rachel Davis.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-head-and-tail-of-the-gorge-victoria/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T235813Z
UID:10000550-1759622400-1759708799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Burnaby Lake Small Boat Invitational (Burnaby)
DESCRIPTION:Burnaby Lake Small Boat Invitational hosted by Burnaby Lake Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Burnaby Lake \nDescription: This 4000m time trial race is attended by a wide variety of athletes from the Lower Mainland\, often including those looking for preparing for the Head and Tail of the Gorge regattas. This regatta has a relaxed atmosphere ensuring everyone from novice to performance feels welcome. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central  \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Michael Rascher.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regattas-burnaby-lake-small-boat-invitational-burnaby/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T205221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T205221Z
UID:10000551-1759536000-1759708799@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: October Sprints Regatta (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:October Sprints hosted by Greater Victoria Youth Rowing Society (GVYRS).  \nLocation: Elk Lake \nDescription: This 1000m sprint event is intended for the same novice and experienced high school athletes participating in the Fall season through GVYRS. This event progresses to the LVISSA City Championships and Island High School Rowing Championships later in the Fall season.  \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search October Sprints under Canadian Regattas). \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Maddi Holmes.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-october-sprints-regatta-victoria/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T204920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T204920Z
UID:10000549-1759536000-1759622399@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Western Canadian University Rowing Championships (Burnaby)
DESCRIPTION:Western Canadian University Rowing Championships hosted by UBC Rowing.  \nLocation: Burnaby Lake \nDescription: This event brings together the best athletes from university rowing programs in Western Canada for a 2000m championships event in the lead up to the Canadian University Rowing Championships later in the Fall.   \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Western Canadian University Rowing Championships under Canadian Regattas). \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Craig Pond.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-western-canadian-university-rowing-championships-burnaby/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20241009T204757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T204757Z
UID:10000548-1758931200-1759017599@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:REGATTA: Head of the Nicomekl (Surrey)
DESCRIPTION:Head of the Nicomekl hosted by Nicomekl Rowing Club.  \nLocation: Nicomekl Rowing Club (13723 Crescent Rd\, Surrey\, BC) \nDescription: This is a friendly regatta\, great for first time regatta experience\, and also for those preparing for the Head of the Charles Regatta wanting experience on a windy river course. The day consists of two 6000m races. One where participants race against rowers in their own boat class\, and the second where a handicap system is used to compare all boat classes against each other for an overall winner. Athletes can enter both races\, and many do. Participants attend because of the beautiful river and challenging course\, the ability to enter two races on the same day\, and the welcoming friendly regatta environment. \nRegistration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central. \nQuestions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair\, Helen Healey.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/regatta-head-of-the-nicomekl-surrey/
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250822T205201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T203537Z
UID:10000614-1758459600-1758463200@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Rigging
DESCRIPTION:Rowing BC Rigging Workshop \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. \nThis workshop is FREE! Sign up HERE. \n\nUBC Boathouse (7277 River Road\, Richmond)\nSunday\, September 21st 1:00-2:00 PM\n\nCoaches at this session are eligible for pro-d points through the NCCP.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rigging-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250523T184411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T184445Z
UID:10000604-1757721600-1757807999@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Level 2 Umpire Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Level 2 Umpire Clinic\n\nAssistant (Level 1) Umpires – If you have been attending regattas this Spring 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. \nNote: Each clinic requires 4 participants registered before the registration deadline to proceed. \nSeptember Hybrid Learning Option \n\nWednesday\, September 3rd 7:00-9:00 PM (via Zoom)\nThursday\, September 11th 7:00-9:00 PM (via Zoom)\nSaturday\, September 13th 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (In-person\, Victoria – Rowing BC Office 100-4636 Elk Lake Drive)\n\nREGISTER HERE for the September Hybrid Learning Option. \nRegistration deadline: Friday\, August 22nd \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-4/
CATEGORIES:RBC Umpire Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T034705
CREATED:20250606T211413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T204743Z
UID:10000607-1757615400-1757619000@rowingbc.ca
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Rigging
DESCRIPTION:Rowing BC Rigging Workshop \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. \nThis workshop is FREE! Sign up HERE. \n\nRowing BC NextGen Training Center\, Elk Lake\nThursday\, September 11th 6:30-7:30 PM\n\nCoaches at this session are eligible for pro-d points through the NCCP.
URL:https://rowingbc.ca/event/workshop-rigging-2/
CATEGORIES:Coach Workshops
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