Resources

Information about the club, rowing, etc.

 

Rowers wet-launching their boats at the 2022 Tail of the Gorge.

About Events

Our club hosts events throughout the year, from Come Try Rowing days, to Quarts Races, to the Head and Tail of the Gorge regattas.

A quad rowing away from the dock at the 2024 holiday Quarts Race in late December. The rowers are wearing holiday costumes.

About Us

All about the Gorge Narrows Rowing Club.

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All FAQs

All of our Frequently Asked Questions lists.

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Employment Opportunities

The Gorge Narrows Rowing Club (GNRC), hires for year-round positions of Youth, Adult and Adaptive (Para) rowing Coaches as well as seasonal positions to support specific Spring and Summer programs.

Four rowers, in holiday regalia, prancing on the dock at the 2024 end of season "Quarts Race".

Events

In addition to our regular programming, we run and participate in many different types of events, ranging from pure fun…

Rowers relaxing after a 2023 spring regatta.

Experienced Rowers

Information for experienced rowers who are considering joining our club.

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General Information

Some general information and resources for rowers and GNRC members and participants.

A Social Strokes eight on the dock at sunset.

Members Area

We use the iCrew system for some registration and payments, practice signups and boating, attendance, and tracking equipment usage.

A low profile picture of people launching a boat from the GNRC dock.

Programs

We offer a broad variety of programs for both inexperienced and experienced youth and adults.

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Rowing Glossary

As in all communities, there are lots of magic words that rowers use. Some of them make intuitive sense, and some can be a bit mysterious!

A dragon boat passes by a coach boat, with an eight and the Selkirk Trestle in the background.

Rowing vs Paddling

On any given day one can find many types of small boats in the Gorge Waterway. What sorts do we use?

The GNRC course flow pattern.

Safe Sport

"Sport organizations in British Columbia are committed to creating a sport environment that is accessible, inclusive, respects their participants’ personal goals, and is free from all forms of maltreatment. Rowing BC is firmly committed to the principles of Safe Sport, and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive, and where sport is safe for everyone."

A picture of heavy waves at the Victoria breakwater (where we definitely do not row).

Safety on the Water

Safety is a priority at Gorge Narrows Rowing Club. The Gorge Waterway, where we row, is used by many different…

A group photo from the 2023 Stantec event.

Support the Club

Our club thrives because of our members, our program participants, our many volunteers, and the people and organizations who donate money or equipment to the club.