We come for a wide variety of reasons, including fun, fitness, and socializing. Some of us are highly experienced rowers, and some of us are brand new to the sport.
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There are year-round opportunities for Adult rowers, both in specific short programs, and in our "Masters" program.
We offer a wide array of sessions. You choose what meets your schedule & goals, whether that's gentle rowing once a week, intensive training every day, or something in between.
Age: 18+
Experience: Learn to Row or greater experience required.
Masters Punchcard - Use anytime to drop-in to practices.
10 practices. $275+GST
Masters Monthly - Unlimited rowing during the month you purchase.
Unlimited practices. $175–$235+GST per month, depending on the season.
Full-time post-secondary Student discount: 50%
Military discount: 15%
Contact info@gorgerowing.ca to apply discounts.
Get out on the water in the mornings and build a solid foundation that will last a lifetime. Rowing is a great sport for people of all ages! Rowing offers a full body workout and can improve vascular health, strengthen muscles, enhance joint flexibility, and promote mental well being.
Age 55+
Experience: None required. This program is suitable for people at any fitness level, and with all mobility and balance abilities.
2 times/week. Wed & Fri 9–11 a.m.
April 8–May 8
$250 + GST
This program's cost is subsidized by a generous grant from the Government of Canada's Community Sport for All Initiative administered by Rowing Canada Aviron.
Casual rowing, meeting new people, and having fun on the beautiful Gorge waterway.
Age: 18+
Experience: All levels, including no experience
1 time/week. Thu 6–8 p.m.
Block 1: April 9–May 14, $180 + GST
Block 2: May 21–June 25, $180 + GST
Block 3: July 2–August 13, $240 + GST
Block 4: September 3–October 8, $180 + GST
Get a head start on Spring programs and welcome back the evening sun with this opportunity for technique foundation and refresh.
Age: 16+
Experience: Some rowing experience (LTR, GiftGlide, Romantic, etc.)
2 times/week. Mon & Wed 6–8 p.m.
March 9–25
$160 + GST
This program is specifically for recent newcomers to Canada and refugees.
Age 16+
Experience: All levels, including no experience
Sundays, 12–2pm., flexible drop-in attendance
April 5–June 21
No cost to participants
This program's cost is subsidized by generous grants from Marathon Surfaces and The Government of Canada's Community Sport For All Initiative Administered by Rowing Canada Aviron.
This "WOW Generations" program is a rowing introduction for teen girls & adult women, in a supportive, women-only environment.
Age: 14+
Experience: None necessary. Teen & adult participants can be new or returning rowers.
Saturdays, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
July 4–August 29
$150 + GST
Subsidized by a generous grant from the Government of Canada's Community Sport for All Initiative, administered by RCA
Private lessons are available, as time permits, to address specific goals.
Private lessons can be a useful addition to our group classes so, when coach time is available, we offer them as an option. A private lesson offers dedicated coaching for one boat (single through eight). Some of the goals that people have worked on in private lessons include:
Age: 18+
Experience: None required
Price: $100 per lesson (incl GST)
Experienced rowers from other clubs are welcome as occasional Guest rowers at GNRC, whether they are invited by an existing member or contact the club directly. See our Guest Rower Policy for information about waivers, suggested donations, rules, etc.
Stay tuned for future sessions!
Small group coaching focused on skills and techniques for handling a single shell with confidence and grace, on and off the water. Limited to 8 participants planning to attend every practice.
Age 18+
Experience: At least a Learn To Row graduate, but no specific single experience required. Also suitable for experienced single rowers wanting to focus on technique and drills.
Typically 3 evenings in the same week. Multiple blocks during July & August
Returning summer 2026 with an exciting new format!
Build a solid foundation for continued recreational or competitive rowing.
Age: 18+
Experience: None required.
Returning next year!
Looking to try a new activity during Victoria's Pride season? Come row with Victoria's diverse community in a relaxed supportive environment.
Age: 18+
Experience: None required
Typically 1 evening/week. ~5 weeks during June-July