MRC has updated and seeks to expand its rowing programs for youth entering sixth, seventh, or eighth grades.
Enjoy learning a cool, new sport in a safe environment on the Mississippi River this summer. We focus on fun and learning as well as fitness. Participants are taught the basics of the rowing stroke along with boat handling, terminology, and care for equipment.
Middle School Learn To Row Camps 2026
We'll introduce you to rowing so you can join our team, even if you've never rowed before. Just choose the option that fits your schedule and register by clicking below. There is no obligation to join the Middle School team.
Scholarship and financial assistance is available, please visit our Financial Assistance page.
Learn to Row participants should wear athletic shoes and closer fitting gym type clothing. Excessively baggy tops and bottoms could get caught in the boat. Following camp, participants are encouraged to continue rowing in the Middle School Rowing Program.
Spring Learn to Row Days 2026
Cost: $20
Always wanted to try rowing for a day? Experience a practice alongside current junior and middle school rowers. No experience necessary and no obligation to join the team. Ages 11-18 welcome. Pick a day and join us!
June 6: 11:30am-1:30pm
June 7: 11:30am-1:30pm
June 8: 4-6pm
June 9: 4-6pm
June 10: 4-6pm
June 11: 4-6pm
Click to register!
Summer Learn to Row Camp 2026
Cost: $150
August 24 - 27, 10am-2pm
Spend your last days of summer learning to row on the Mississippi River! A more immersive learn to row experience for youth ages 11-18. No experience necessary and no obligation to join the team.
Click to register!
Middle School Rowing Program
Click on the season to register. Completion of a Middle School Rowing Camp or equivalent with another organization is a pre-requisite for participation in the Middle School Rowing Program. This program is designed to be repeatable as instruction will be adjusted to the rowers skill level.
Spring 2026: April 6 - June 6 (returning athletes only)
4:00pm - 6:00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays
11:30am - 1:30pm Saturdays
Summer 2026: June 15 - August 23
3:30-5:30pm Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Fall 2026: August 31 - November 1
4:00pm - 6:00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays
11:30am - 1:30pm Saturdays
This program will continue development of sweep rowing and sculling skills in a fun and supportive environment. We welcome rowers back throughout middle school and provide an excellent progression for those interested in continuing to row in high school. On the final day of the program, members of MRC Junior Team will mix it up with Middle School Rowers and race in a mini regatta.
We understand vacations and other activities and commitments will occur, especially during the summer. For optimal enjoyment, we recommended commitment to approximately 75% of sessions.
The Middle School Rowing Program requires a minimum enrollment of 5 participants. The registration fee will be refunded if a season is cancelled due to low enrollment.
Scholarships
Scholarship funds are available. For consideration, please complete the online Scholarship Application.
Coach
The Middle School Rowing Program is led by MRC Coach
Lola Heimlich. All programming is under the oversight of our Junior Head Coach,
Terence Fitzgerald.
Minneapolis Rowing Club is part of the U.S. Olympic Committee's Safe Sport program, seeking to create a healthy and supportive environment for all participants.