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The John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse serves as the home of The Richmond Rowing & Paddling Centre. By taking advantage of this world-class facility, the residents of Richmond and the surrounding areas can take part in some of the finest recreational programming available in the Lower Mainland. We offer a comprehensive list of programs from entry level to high performance training and competition.

Rowing and paddling offer unique opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to better understand the value of teamwork while engaging in a sport that will challenge and develop the entire body.

Important News

UBC Boathouse features "Have a Go" Adaptive Rowing Introduction!

 

ADAPTIVE ROWING WEEKEND

Rowing British Columbia is excited to host a weekend of adaptive rowing and coach education this May.  As part of Rowing BC’s commitment to developing adaptive rowing in BC, athletes and coaches are invited to join us for a weekend of individualized hands-on instruction and on-the-water activities. The weekend is scheduled for May 7 and 8 at the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse in Richmond B.C.  

The weekend will focus on practical training and coaching, with an emphasis on boat and erg work. The coaching staff will be led by Jeff Dunbrack, Lead Coach Adaptive National Rowing Program. The weekend is not exclusively targeted to competitive rowing, and substantial resources will be dedicated to recreational adaptive rowing and getting new athletes and coaches started.  This experience is designed for everyone….novices, current rowers, High Performance athletes from other sports, coaches of all levels.

The UBC Boathouse is fully accessible, and boats will be available for all classes of adaptive rowing.

For more information and to register your interest contact;

Martin George
Adaptive Coach Rowing BC
250 307 7732
adaptivecoach@rowingbc.ca

This weekend is made possible through Rowing British Columbia’s funding partnerships with Rowing Canada Aviron, The Hamber Foundation, the Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Canadian Sport Centre Pacific.

 

The following programs are now available for registration

• All 2011 rowing and paddling programs
• Rip Up The River Richmond Dragon Boat Festival
• Community Corporate Rowing Challenge

Please click the registration and policies tab on the sidebar to register online or call 604-247-2627 to register over the phone