REGATTA: Nanaimo Sprints
2023-05-27 | BC
Nanaimo Sprints hosted by Nanaimo Rowing Club.
Location: Long Lake, Nanaimo
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Nanaimo Sprints under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Craig Rutherford.

REGATTA: Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta
2023-05-27 - 2023-05-28 | BC
Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta hosted by Delta Deas Rowing Club.
Location: Deas Slough, Delta
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Delta Deas Scholastic Regatta under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Jennifer.

WORKSHOP: RCA Learn to Row Coach Virtual Workshop (Part A)
2023-05-28 14:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | BC
Location: Virtual
Description: RCA Learn to Row (LTR) Coach Virtual workshop (Part A) via Zoom Sunday, May 28th, from 2:30-6:30pm. This is the first part of the RCA LTR Coach Virtual workshop. Part B is the following Sunday, June 4th. Participants must complete a practical task in between the two workshops.
Cost for the LTR Coach Virtual Workshop (including Part A and Part B) is $150.
Registration: There are two steps to register, so please make sure to complete both

To register on the Coaches Association of Canada please click here
To register with Rowing BC for the workshop please click here

Registrations close on May 22, 2023. There are 12 spots available so make sure to register early. All coach workshop participants are required by RCA to have completed the Every Coach Certified modules. More information can be found HERE.
If you are unable to attend this workshop, please reach out to Lisa Tschannen, Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion for information about other options.

REGATTA: Western Canadian Beach Sprint Regatta
2023-06-03 - 2023-06-04 | BC
Western Canadian Beach Sprint Regatta hosted by Open Aviron Rowing Coastal Association (OARCA).
Location: Colwood Waterfront
Description: This event will provide a dedicated racing opportunity within BC for coastal rowers. In some years, it may also serve as a selection event for National coastal rowing representation.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Western Canadian Beach Sprint Regatta under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Michelle Boss.

WORKSHOP: RCA Learn to Row Coach Virtual Workshop (Part B)
2023-06-04 14:30 - 18:30 | BC
Location: Virtual
Description: RCA Learn to Row (LTR) Coach Virtual workshop (Part B) via Zoom Sunday, June 4th, from 2:30-6:30pm. This is the final part of the RCA LTR Coach Virtual workshop. Part A is the preceding Sunday, May 28th, 2023. Participants must complete a practical task in between the two workshops.
Cost for the LTR Coach Virtual Workshop (including Part A and Part B) is $150.
Registration: There are two steps to register, so please make sure to complete both

To register on the Coaches Association of Canada please click here
To register with Rowing BC for the workshop please click here

Registrations close on May 22, 2022. There are 12 spots available so make sure to register early. All coach workshop participants are required by RCA to have completed the Every Coach Certified modules. More information can be found HERE.

WORKSHOP: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Workshop - Part A
2023-06-11 08:00 - 17:00 | BC
Location: Virtual
Description: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (Part A) via Zoom Sunday, June 11th, 2:30-6:30pm. This is the first part of the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop. Parts B & C are on the following Sundays, June 18th & 25th, 2023, 2:30-6:30pm.
Cost for the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (including Parts A, B and C) is $250
Registration: There are two steps to register, so please make sure to complete both

To register on the Coaches Association of Canada please click here
To register with Rowing BC for the workshop please click here

Registrations close on June 5, 2023. There are 12 spots available so make sure to register early. All coach workshop participants are required by RCA to have completed the Every Coach Certified modules. More information can be found HERE.
If you are unable to attend this workshop, please reach out to Lisa Tschannen, Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion, for information about other options.

Coach Development: Rigging
2023-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | BC
Would you like to work on your rigging skills with the support of an expert?
Join Coach Mike Pearce at the UBC Boathouse for two hours of rigging information and practice!
Where: Lecky Boathouse – 7277 River Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1X5
When: Monday June 12, 2023, 7-9pm
Cost: $30
Registration: via Eventbrite HERE
Registration should be done ahead of time, but the event will be open until 7:30pm to allow for last minute drop-ins. Twelve spaces are available, so sign up early! If the minimum registration is not reached, refunds will be provided. An alternate session will be run on June 13.

Coach Development: Rigging
2023-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 | BC
Would you like to work on your rigging skills with the support of an expert?
Join Coach Mike Pearce at the UBC Boathouse for two hours of rigging information and practice!
Where: Lecky Boathouse – 7277 River Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1X5
When: Tuesday June 13, 2023, 7-9pm
Cost: $30
Registration: via Eventbrite HERE
Registration should be done ahead of time, but the event will be open until 7:30pm to allow for last minute drop-ins. Twelve spaces are available, so sign up early! If the minimum registration is not reached, refunds will be provided. An alternate session will be run on June 12.

REGATTA: Lap the Lake
2023-06-17 | BC
Lap the Lake hosted by Vernon Rowing and Dragon Boat Club.
Location: Swan Lake, Vernon
Description: This regatta follows a unique format with 3500m racing in the morning, followed by a regatta BBQ, and 500m racing after lunch. This event is primarily attended by teams from the Interior, as an important chance to race and connect as a community. It is also attended by teams from the Lower Mainland looking for a friendly racing opportunity where each athlete will have more than one chance to race. This event is appropriate for beginners and those who like to row for fun. In addition to the regatta, a special topic speaker or professional development session is usually planned in association with the regatta to make it a fun-filled racing and learning weekend.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Lap the Lake under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Lisa George.

CAMP: U23 Development Camp (Vernon)
2023-06-18 | Swan Lake, Lochdale Rd, Vernon, British Columbia, V1B 3R8, Canada
U23 Development Camp (Vernon)
Plan a full weekend in Vernon by attending the Lap the Lake Regatta on Saturday, June 17th, followed by attending this Rowing BC U23 Development Camp on Sunday, June 18th at the same location!
Who:
This camp is intended for Junior (U15, U17, and U19) and Senior (U21, U23) athletes from across BC who are in the early stages of exploring what it means to be a performance-focused athlete. The camp is being run to support and enhance training opportunities available, especially to athletes based in the Interior. In addition, it creates an opportunity for local coaches to be mentored by experienced coaches who are regularly based outside of the region.
This camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance, Terry Paul, with additional support from Rowing BC’s Summer Staff and coaches from each of the local rowing organizations with participants in attendance.
What:
This one-day camp is an opportunity to:

access coaching from mentor coaches outside of the region
train together with athletes from a variety of other home training environments, building community and learning from one another
access specialty sessions (in this case, a Functional Movement Screen) from service providers that may not regularly be available in your home training environment
try out and race an octet!

Where: Vernon Rowing and Dragon Boat Club, Swan Lake, Vernon, BC
Camp Schedule:

7:30 – 9:30 AM First Row – technical session
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dryland Session – Introduction to a Functional Movement Screen with special guest Derek Geldrich of Gravity Physiotherapy (read the full session description HERE)
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch – participants to bring own lunch or choose something nearby
1:00-3:00 PM Second Row – octet session!
3:30 PM Wrap Up and Debrief

Registration:
Complete your registration and payment ($80 per participant) through EventBrite HERE.
Sign up early to ensure you have a spot!
Participants are required to arrange their own transportation, accommodation and meals. Participants are expected to utilize equipment that their team has already transported to Vernon for the purpose of the Lap the Lake regatta. If your team’s trailer will be unable to stay for the Sunday camp, please reach out so that alternative equipment options for you can be found.
For more information about this camp, contact Rowing BC’s Manager of Membership Services, Sonja Lonne.

CAMP: Masters Development Camp (Vernon)
2023-06-18 | Swan Lake, Lochdale Rd, Vernon, British Columbia, V1B 3R8, Canada
Masters Development Camp (Vernon)
Plan a full weekend in Vernon by attending the Lap the Lake Regatta on Saturday, June 17th, followed by attending this Rowing BC Masters Development Camp on Sunday, June 18th at the same location!
Who:
This camp is intended for Masters athletes from across BC who are looking for additional chances to be coached by experienced coaches from outside of their home training environment, and to learn from others Masters while training alongside them. The camp is being run to support and enhance training opportunities available, especially to athletes based in the Interior. In addition, it creates an opportunity for local coaches to be mentored by experienced coaches who are regularly based outside of the region.
This camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance, Terry Paul, with additional support from Rowing BC’s Summer Staff and coaches from each of the local rowing organizations with participants in attendance.
What:
This one-day camp is an opportunity to:

access coaching from mentor coaches outside of the region
train together with athletes from a variety of other home training environments, building community and learning from one another
access specialty sessions (in this case, a Strength and Mobility Session) from service providers that may not regularly be available in your home training environment

Where: Vernon Rowing and Dragon Boat Club, Swan Lake, Vernon, BC
Camp Schedule:

7:30 – 9:30 AM Strength and Mobility Session with special guest Derek Geldrich (read the full session description HERE)
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM First Row – technical session (small boats)
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch – participants to bring own lunch or choose something nearby
1:00-3:00 PM Second Row – technical session (big boats) with possible fun race against the U23 camp participants
3:30 PM Wrap Up and Debrief

Registration:
Complete your registration and payment ($80 per participant) through EventBrite HERE.
Sign up early to ensure you have a spot!
Participants are required to arrange their own transportation, accommodation and meals. Participants are expected to utilize equipment that their team has already transported to Vernon for the purpose of the Lap the Lake regatta. If your team’s trailer will be unable to stay for the Sunday camp, please reach out so that alternative equipment options for you can be found.
For more information about this camp, contact Rowing BC’s Manager of Membership Services, Sonja Lonne.

WORKSHOP: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Workshop - Part B
2023-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | BC
Location: Virtual
Description: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (Part B) via Zoom Sunday, June 18th, 2:30-6:30pm. This is the second part of the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop. Part A is on the preceding Sunday, June 11th, and Part C is on the following Sunday, June 25th, 2:30-6:30pm.
Cost for the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (including Parts A, B and C) is $250
Registration: There are two steps to register, so please make sure to complete both

To register on the Coaches Association of Canada please click here
To register with Rowing BC for the workshop please click here

Registrations close on June 5, 2023. There are 12 spots available so make sure to register early. All coach workshop participants are required by RCA to have completed the Every Coach Certified modules. More information can be found HERE.
If you are unable to attend this workshop, please reach out to Lisa Tschannen, Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion, for information about other options.

WEBINAR: Community Coach Webinar Series
2023-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | BC
Community Coach Webinar Series
Who: This webinar is for all coaches working with learn to row, recreational, and community-focused rowing programs.
What: These seasonal webinars are an opportunity for Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion, Lisa Tschannen, to meet with community coaches from across the province, helping you to build connections with each other and dive into common topics of interest. In advance of each session, more detail will be provided regarding the specific topics that will be covered. Look forward to things like bringing your own video to share and analyze with the help of the other coaches, discuss tips and tricks for rigging to suit a variety of body types, hear how others are innovating their approach to learn to row coaching, and more!
Where: These webinars will be hosted on Zoom to ensure easy access for busy coaches!
When: June 21st at 7 PM
Get your Zoom link HERE.

WORKSHOP: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Workshop - Part C
2023-06-25 14:30 - 18:30 | BC
Location: Virtual
Description: RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (Part C) via Zoom Sunday, June 25th, 2:30-6:30pm. This is the final part of the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop. Parts A & B are on the preceding Sundays, June 11th & 18th, 2023, 2:30-6:30pm.
Cost for the RCA Coach Weekend #1 Virtual Workshop (including Parts A, B and C) is $250
Registration: There are two steps to register, so please make sure to complete both

To register on the Coaches Association of Canada please click here
To register with Rowing BC for the workshop please click here

Registrations close on June 5, 2023. There are 12 spots available so make sure to register early. All coach workshop participants are required by RCA to have completed the Every Coach Certified modules. More information can be found HERE.
If you are unable to attend this workshop, please reach out to Lisa Tschannen, Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion, for information about other options.

Coach Development: Rigging, Trailer Driving, Course Installation
2023-07-03 10:00 - 16:00 | BC
Would you like to work on some of those “extra” coaching skills?
Join a cast of experienced coaches at Elk Lake Boathouse for rigging, trailer driving, and course installation information and practice! As a bonus: people taking part in this training can gain a discount for use of the Rowing BC Regatta-in-a-box for their clubs!
Where: Elk Lake Boathouse – 5100 Patricia Bay Highway, Victoria
When: Monday July 3, 2023, 10am-4pm
Cost: FREE!
Registration: via Eventbrite HERE
Registration should be done ahead of time, but the event will be open until 10:30am to allow for last minute drop-ins. Fifteen spaces are available, so sign up early! If the minimum registration is not reached, refunds will be provided.

REGATTA: Challenge West Regatta
2023-07-07 - 2023-07-09 | BC
Challenge West Regatta hosted by Victoria City Rowing Club.
Location: Elk Lake, Victoria
Description: 1850m racing intended to help prepare athletes from across the province before heading to other events like the BC Summer Games, Canada Summer Games, Henley and BC Provincial Championships later in the Summer season.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Elk Lake Summer Regatta under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Saul Garcia.

REGATTA: Cascadia Masters Championships
2023-07-14 - 2023-07-16 | BC
Cascadia Masters Championships hosted by Cascadia Regatta Association.
Location: Burnaby Lake
Description: This 1000m regatta is intended for performance MA athletes, and is specifically placed in the calendar to allow adequate recovery time in between the NorthWest Masters Regatta and the Cascadia Regatta. Athletes attend for the high quality racing provided, and for the festival-like atmosphere that is created at the regatta site. This event is attended by athletes from across BC, AB and the Pacific NorthWest. Some race categories will be utilized to award BC Masters Championships medals from Rowing BC.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Cascadia Masters Championships under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Shelley Fletcher.

REGATTA: Nelson Sprints Regatta (Cancelled)
2023-07-15 | BC
Nelson Sprints Regatta hosted by Nelson Rowing Club.
Location: Nelson Rowing Club (1801 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC)
Description: This event offers 500m and 1000m race opportunities for novices, and those looking for a friendly regatta experience. It is primarily attended by athletes from the Interior of BC, but also by those from C’ouer d’Alene (ID), and Spokane (WA). The event offers a social, festival feel and is often used as a way to combine a little racing with a little vacation. This is an important event for bringing together and connecting teams from across the Interior of BC.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Nelson Sprints Regatta under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Kim Shea.

CAMP: Junior Development Camp (Nelson) Cancelled
2023-07-16 | Nelson Rowing Club, Canada
Junior Development Camp (Nelson)
Plan a full weekend in Nelson by attending the Nelson Sprints Regatta on Saturday, July 15th, followed by attending this Rowing BC Junior Development Camp on Sunday, July 16th at the same location!
Who:
This camp is intended for Junior (U15, U17, and U19) athletes from across BC who are in the early stages of exploring what it means to be a performance-focused athlete. The camp is being run to support and enhance training opportunities available, especially to athletes based in the Interior. In addition, it creates an opportunity for local coaches to be mentored by experienced coaches who are regularly based outside of the region.
This camp will be coached by Rowing BC’s Director of Performance, Terry Paul, with additional support from coaches from each of the local rowing organizations with participants in attendance.
What:
This one-day camp is an opportunity to:

access coaching from mentor coaches outside of the region
train together with athletes from a variety of other home training environments, building community and learning from one another
access specialty sessions (in this case, a Nutrition Session or Sport Psychology Session) from service providers that may not regularly be available in your home training environment

Where: Nelson Rowing Club, Nelson, BC
Camp Schedule:

7:30 – 9:30 AM First Row
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dryland Session – Nutrition Session or Sport Psychology Session with special guest TBA!
12:00-1:00 PM Lunch – participants to bring own lunch or choose something nearby
1:00-3:00 PM Second Row
3:30 PM Wrap Up and Debrief

Registration:
Complete your registration and payment ($80 per participant) through EventBrite HERE.
Registration closes on June 16th – sign up early to ensure you have a spot!
Participants are required to arrange their own transportation, accommodation and meals. Participants are expected to utilize equipment that their team has already transported to Nelson for the purpose of the Nelson Sprints Regatta. If your team’s trailer will be unable to stay for the Sunday camp, please reach out so that alternative equipment options for you can be found.
For more information about this camp, contact Rowing BC’s Manager of Membership Services, Sonja Lonne.

REGATTA: BC Provincial Championships
2023-07-21 - 2023-07-23 | BC
BC Provincial Championships hosted by Rowing BC.
Location: Burnaby Lake, Burnaby
Rowing BC is looking forward to hosting this regatta on the 2000m Burnaby Lake course on the weekend of July 21-23, 2023. Thank you to the Province of BC and viaSport BC for their financial support of this event through the BC Fairs, Festivals and Events Grant, as well as the Hosting BC Grant.
The Rowing BC Provincial Championships Regatta exists to:

Provide a pinnacle event for Junior and Senior athletes in the Summer
Create an excellent competitive racing opportunity
Prepare crews to attend the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta in August
Identify athletes for Team BC performance support
Establish pre-ranking Team BC list for 2023 National Rowing Championships

This regatta will include championship-level competition in the following event categories:

U17 Men’s and Women’s 1x, 2x, 4x
U19 Men’s and Women’s 1x, 2x, 2-, 4x, 4+
Open (Senior) Men’s and Women’s 1x, Lwt 1x, 2x, Lwt 2x, 2-, 4x, 4-, Lwt 4-, 8+
Para Men’s and Women’s PR1 1x, PR2 1x, PR3 1x, PR3 2x, PR3 2-

Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central.
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Sonja Lonne.

REGATTA: Cascadia Coastal Beach Sprints and Endurance Regatta
2023-08-05 - 2023-08-06 | BC
Cascadia Coastal Beach Sprints and Endurance Regatta hosted by Cascadia Regatta Association.
Location: Locarno Beach, Vancouver
Description: This new event has been added to create an additional coastal racing opportunity for both long and short distances.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Cascadia Coastal Beach Sprints and Endurance Regatta under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chairs, Shelley Fletcher and Bill Myra.

WEBINAR: Performance Coach Check-In Webinar - CANCELLED
2023-08-16 19:00 - 20:00 | BC
Performance Coach Check-In Webinar
Who: This webinar is for all coaches working with athletes on the Rowing BC Targeted Athlete List, or close to that level of performance/development
What: These seasonal webinars are an opportunity for Rowing BC’s Director of Performance, Terry Paul, to check in with performance coaches from across the province, ensuring support is reaching those who need it and that everyone is on the same page about upcoming events and selection opportunities.
Where: These webinars will be hosted on Zoom to ensure easy access for busy coaches!
When: August 16th at 7 PM
Get your Zoom link HERE.

WEBINAR: Community Coach Webinar Series
2023-09-19 19:00 - 20:00 | BC
Community Coach Webinar Series
Who: This webinar is for all coaches working with learn to row, recreational, and community-focused rowing programs.
What: These seasonal webinars are an opportunity for Rowing BC’s Manager of Education, Innovation, and Inclusion, Lisa Tschannen, to meet with community coaches from across the province, helping you to build connections with each other and dive into common topics of interest. In advance of each session, more detail will be provided regarding the specific topics that will be covered. Look forward to things like bringing your own video to share and analyze with the help of the other coaches, discuss tips and tricks for rigging to suit a variety of body types, hear how others are innovating their approach to learn to row coaching, and more!
Where: These webinars will be hosted on Zoom to ensure easy access for busy coaches!
When: September 19th at 7 PM
Get your Zoom link HERE.

REGATTA: Head of the Nicomekl
2023-09-23 | BC
Head of the Nicomekl hosted by Nicomekl Rowing Club.
Location: Nicomekl Rowing Club (13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey, BC)
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Head of the Nicomekl under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Helen Healey.

REGATTA: RCA National Rowing Championships
2023-09-29 - 2023-10-01 | BC
RCA National Rowing Championships hosted by Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA).
Location: TBA
Description: This event is used to crown National Champions in small boat categories and determine athlete carding status for the year ahead.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search RCA National Rowing Championships under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Matt Draper.

REGATTA: Western Canadian University Rowing Championships
2023-10-07 | BC
Western Canadian University Rowing Championships hosted by UBC Rowing.
Location: Burnaby Lake
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Western Canadian University Rowing Championships under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Craig Pond.

REGATTA: Burnaby Lake Small Boat Invitational
2023-10-08 | BC
Burnaby Lake Small Boat Invitational hosted by Burnaby Lake Rowing Club.
Location: Burnaby Lake
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Burnaby Lake Small Boat Invitational under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Peter Klinkow.

REGATTA: Head and Tail of the Gorge
2023-10-14 - 2023-10-15 | BC
Head and Tail of the Gorge hosted by Gorge Narrows Rowing Club.
Location: Gorge Waterway
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search Head and Tail of the Gorge under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Rachel Davis.

REGATTA: October Sprints
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22 | BC
October Sprints hosted by Greater Victoria Youth Rowing Society (GVYRS).
Location: Elk Lake
Description: 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.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search October Sprints under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Greg Sedun.

REGATTA: North Shore Youth Invitational
2023-10-28 | BC
North Shore Youth Invitational hosted by Deep Cove Rowing Club.
Location: Deep Cove
Description: This 500m sprint race for Juniors is primarily directed at novices needing race experience, or a wrap-up event for their Fall season. It is usually attended by athletes from the Lower Mainland, although programs from Vancouver Island have occasionally attended. Umpires at this event are accustomed to dealing with and helping novice athletes. The event schedule flexibly adjusts to ensure each athlete is able to have multiple race opportunities.
Registration: Registration and more information available on Regatta Central (search North Shore Youth Invitational under Canadian Regattas).
Questions can be directed to Local Organizing Committee Chair, Ian Harvey.
