Adult Rowing Pathway
Come row with us!
The outdoor season begins in March and runs through the end of November. Adults will select from one of the four adult rowing pathway tiers below, with each having an annual and monthly payment option. The monthly option allows the flexibility to start and stop anytime during the outdoor season.
Requirement for All Programs
- USRowing Membership Required: All participants must have, at a minimum, the annual basic membership for $25.
➔ Join USRowing here and use Club Code U7B9H when registering to be linked to IRC.
- Swim Requirement: All new rowers must complete the IRC Swim Test Waiver Form prior to participation. The form allows athletes to either self-verify their swimming ability or provide certified lifeguard verification of a completed swim test. Swim tests are valid for 6 years once on file.
- Park Entrance Fee: Eagle Creek Park requires a park entry fee to access the rowing center. You have two
options: Pay the daily entry fee of $6 for Marion County residents or $7 for non-residents.
Purchase an Annual Foundation Pass at a $35 discount using the IRC code.
➔ Purchase your Eagle Creek Park Pass here and contact us at info@indyrowing.org for your IRC discount code
(Please allow time to receive your pass before the first day of class!)
Have Questions: Contact the Director of Adult Programming - Coach Madison: coachmadison@indyrowing.org
Learn to Row
Interested in learning to row? We'd love to welcome you to Indianapolis Rowing Center.
Our Learn to Row clinics are designed for complete beginners—no experience is necessary. You'll learn the fundamentals of rowing in a fun, supportive environment while spending plenty of time on the water with experienced coaches.
We're currently planning future Learn to Row opportunities. Please check back soon for updates on upcoming clinics and registration information.
Foundations Team
Foundations Team is for graduates of Learn to Row or returning rowers seeking a big refresher. The goal of this team is to build confidence, consistency, and familiarity with boat handling, terminology, and stroke mechanics. In this group, rowers refine basic technique, engage in low to moderate workouts and technical drills, understand boat movement, and begin learning how to move in sync with a crew. You’ll gain experience sweeping (one oar per person), sculling (two oars per person), and coxing while rowing various larger sized boats. This team is designed to be fun, create community, encourage fitness through rowing, while being accessible to all.
Membership Fees:
- Seasonal Membership
- Fall: July 20 – November 21
- Cost: $955
Coached Weekly Sessions:
Attend up to 3 sessions per week
- Mondays & Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30 PM
- Wednesdays & Thursdays: 6-7:30am
- Saturday: 10AM - Noon
Have Questions? Contact Foundations & Performance Head Coach Jack Martell at CoachJack@indyrowing.org
Performance Team
The Performance Team is for rowers who have mastered the basics and are ready for technical instruction and consistent training. This is for graduates of the Foundations Team or seasoned adult rowers seeking a coached environment.
The goal of this team is to enhance stroke efficiency and effectively row with others as a full boat for longer distances at moderate stroke rates. This team will engage in moderate to intense workouts and technical drills while full-boat rowing. This team supports rowers progressing in skill and consistency, whether they aim to attend regattas or simply desire more advanced coaching. The Performance Team is ideal for athletes that have a goal of reaching the Competitive team or experienced recreational & IRC Boathouse rowers wanting to engage in planned coached sessions.
Membership Options
- Seasonal Membership
- Fall Season: July 20 – November 21
- Cost: $955 per season
Coached Weekly Sessions:
Attend up to 3 sessions per week
- Mondays & Tuesdays: 6:30-8:30PM
- Wednesdays & Thursdays: 6-7:30AM
- Saturdays: 10AM - Noon
Have Questions? Contact Foundations & Performance Head Coach Jack Martell at CoachJack@indyrowing.org
Register for our Performance Team here! Competitive Team
The Competitive Team is for highly dedicated experienced rowers committed to racing and representing IRC at regattas. This team isn’t just about competition—it’s about building something exceptional. Our goal is to cultivate a powerhouse adult team that competes at the highest levels, both regionally and nationally. The Competitive Team is focused, disciplined, and performance-driven. Athletes in this tier are expected to pursue excellence, both personally and collectively, as part of our nationally recognized IRC Adult program.
Competitive program members have all the privileges of a boathouse member with regards to using club equipment outside of team practice times.
Have Questions? Contact the Lead Competitive Team Coach Madison Waddle. Entry and Acceptance Process Applies: coachmadison@indyrowing.org
Membership Options
- Seasonal Full Membership
- Fall: July 20 – November 21
- Access: All 5 practices weekly
- Cost: $1,199 per season
- Partial Seasonal Membership
- Fall: July 20 – November 21
- Access: Any 3 of 5 practices weekly
- Cost: $955 per season
Coached Weekly Sessions:
- Tuesdays & Fridays: 6-7:30AM
- Wednesdays & Thursdays: 6:30-8:30PM
- Saturdays: 8-10AM
Discounts
Eligible athletes may receive 15% off with a discount code issued prior to payment.
Available Discounts
- Over 65: In or after the calendar year of your 65th birthday
- Veteran: Current or former U.S. Armed Forces service (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, or Coast Guard)
- Student: Full-time enrollment required
- Annual discounts require proof of both Spring and Fall enrollment. Otherwise, discounts apply only to verified seasons
Please contact Coach Madison at coachmadison@indyrowing.org before purchasing membership to receive your discount code, if you qualify.
Boathouse Membership
Boathouse Membership is available to experienced rowers who are capable of rowing independently and safely without supervision. This option is designed for athletes who do not require coaching and are comfortable managing their own training.
All Boathouse Members row unsupervised and uncoached.
Approval from the Director of Adult Programming is required prior to registration.
Membership Options
- Boathouse Member: General
- Includes: Use of IRC club shells, oars, and electronics
- Cost: $800/year
- Boathouse Member: Private
- Purpose: For members with their own shells, oars, and electronics (IRC equipment not available for use)
- Cost: $650/year