The Minneapolis Rowing Club offers competitive and recreational rowing opportunities for adults with a variety of skill levels and goals. Program participants may expect up to four coached practice sessions per week. We strive to continue to balance physical and mental well being with the health and safety of our members and community. Descriptions of our adult programs are listed below; for more information about our U30 or adult Novice (first-year rowers) programs, please visit the U30 page or Novice page under Programs.
2026 Spring Program Schedule
Effective Monday, April 13, 2026 - Sunday, May 31, 2026
*Please note, typically spring and fall follow a similar schedule.
2026 Summer Program Schedule
Effective Monday, June 1, 2026 - Sunday, August 23, 2026
2026 Summer Program Schedule
Effective Monday, August 24, 2026 - Sunday, November 1, 2026
View Low Light Policy regarding potential time adjustments for morning and evening sessions.
Program Options and Fees
Participation in an adult program requires a program fee in addition to annual club membership dues.
Annual MRC Adult Membership Dues are $535.00 - Click here to become a member
Participation in programs is optional for members who are experienced rowers. MRC offers an installment plan for membership dues. Financial Assistance is available for dues and programs.
$525 FULL SEASON (4 SESSIONS/WEEK), April 13, 2026 - November 1, 2026
- Masters Competitive Team
- Recreational Team
- Green Team (2nd and 3rd year rowers)
$350 FULL SEASON (2 SESSIONS/WEEK), April 13, 2026 - November 1, 2026
- Masters Competitive Team
- Recreational Team
$475 SPRING/SUMMER SEASONS (4 SESSIONS/WEEK), April 13, 2026 - August 23, 2026
- Masters Competitive Team
- Recreational Team
$475 SUMMER/FALL SEASONS (4 SESSIONS/WEEK), June 1, 2026 - November 1, 2026
- Masters Competitive Team
- Recreational Team
Program Registration - 2026 Registration NOW OPEN!
Please note: Members, you must be logged in to pay your program fee.
Program Registration Process:
- Become a member of MRC - Join or renew
- Become a member of USRowing and complete SafeSport Training if required
- Select MRC program below and pay program fee
- Complete your Pre-Season Checklist in iCrew (email Jeff Forrester for link to create iCrew account)
Register for your team!
Financial Assistance
For more information and to apply, please view the Financial Assistance page. All current and future members are eligible to apply for financial assistance.
Masters Program Descriptions
Team rosters are subject to coach approval. Members generally self-select their desired team, however coaches may designate a different team based on evaluation of the member’s skills, abilities, experience, and goals.
MRC supports and affirms the USRowing Gender Identity Policy which states athletes may participate in rowing activities in accordance with their expressed gender identity. For more information, please visit the webpage USRowing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources, or contact Program Coordinator Hannah Friedlander.
We maintain broad definitions of men and women that span a spectrum of gender identities, including cis-gender, transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people. While MRC competitive teams are gendered, rowers are welcome to join any team and provides options for racing regardless of gender identity.
MASTERS COMPETITIVE TEAM
The masters competitive team is a co-ed team that comprises skilled rowers who are interested in racing and competing. The competitive team focuses on improving rowing technique, racing skills, and competitive fitness levels. Placement is determined by coaching staff evaluation of skill, fitness, and experience and an individual's rowing goals.
Competitive Team Description
GREEN TEAM
Inclusive team comprised of 2nd and 3rd year rowers and/or rowers new to MRC with at least one year of experience. This program may also be appropriate for athletes returning to the sport after an absence. Emphasis is on
developing/improving sweep and sculling skills, practicing/racing in boats of varying sizes, and
race preparation/endurance.
RECREATIONAL TEAM
Rowers with 3-40+ years of on-water rowing experience who desire to row primarily for fitness in a friendly environment. The focus is continuous development of sweep and sculling techniques accompanied by challenging workouts. This inclusive team is a non-racing program, but interested rowers will be given the option to race at select local regattas.
Team Captains
Team captains are nominated by each team on a yearly basis at the beginning of the season. These nominees are voted on by the rest of the team and then serve out the remainder of the season into the beginning of the following season.
Team Captain
iCrew
MRC uses iCrew to manage practice sign-ups for all programs. If you need a link to create an iCrew account or for assistance, contact Jeff Forrester.
Log on to iCrew
- Please complete your Pre-Season Checklist
- Join your team and start signing up for practice sessions
USRowing Membership
The Minneapolis Rowing Club is an organizational member of USRowing and as part of our organizational member requirements, all MRC members who participate in rowing activities must hold at least USRowing Basic membership which includes accepting the USRowing online waiver. MRC members are encouraged to also consider the Championship membership which includes excess individual medical coverage. Please view the USRowing Individual Membership Overview for more information on membership levels and benefits. To join or renew, go to http://membership.usrowing.org
USRowing members complete a self-attestation questionnaire to determine if SafeSport training is required. Members who are only adult athletes and do not have regular contact with minors are no longer required to complete the SafeSport 30-minute Adult Athlete training.
See you on the water!