Discover rowing with us
Brisbane Rowing Club is a welcoming micro-club catering to masters rowers (40–70+), beginners, social rowers, and competitive athletes. Located on Brisbane River’s West End, we offer a prime venue with ample parking. Join us in Brisbane’s rowing heart!
Programs
Return to Row
We provide a short refresher program for masters returning to rowing and will then integrate them into social or competitive crews.
Learn to Row
For males and females aged 45–60, this beginner-friendly program offers comprehensive training in rowing.
Program Availability: February/March, November/December.
8 professionally coached sessions: Twice a week for 4 weeks. Early start at 5am. Dates are set before the program commences.
One-month bonus membership: Continue rowing after completing the program.
Cost: $350
Competitive Rowing
We aim to develop our masters rowers to a level where they can perform well at local, state and national rowing regattas.
Social Rowing
We provide coaching for beginner rowers who only wish to ‘go for a paddle’ (this is subject to crew availability).
Meet our coaches
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Jason K
Head Coach
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Kaye Pulsford
Learn to Row Coach
Events That We Regularly Attend
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Short Course Regattas (1000m)
February - April
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Winter Race Series (Small Boats)
May
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Qld Masters April and Australian Masters
May
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Winter Race Series (Big Boats)
June
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Head of the Outback
September-October
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Brown Snake Omnium
September
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Head of the Brisbane
September
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Head of the Yarra
November
Our members say about us
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This photo sums up what I love about rowing. Having a relaxing break with the crew during an early morning row in the eight. Our cox captured the moment perfectly.”
Peter Rose
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When I started the ‘Learn to Row (LTR) program, little I knew how much impact rowing would have on my life! Rowing ticks all boxes for a perfect setup for the day. You are out in nature and see our beautiful river in a totally different light (mainly because normally you would be still asleep), you have your morning exercise done, and you are connecting with a wonderful group of people who are welcoming and supportive. It has been a bit over 6 months since I completed the LTR program but I couldn’t imagine a life without rowing anymore.
Liane
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I am very much a ‘new face’ to rowing and this club. I have lived in Brisbane most of my life and in the last 15 years have lived on the river. I recall watching rowers and being impressed at the style and coordination they managed to exhibit. In 2019 I finally made the effort to get a few lessons and thanks to a very patient Coach (Ash), managed to row and stay upright. I underestimated how much I would like rowing – the exercise, the club ethos and the sheer enjoyment I get from being on the water with the crew, make it a great decision.
John Chalmers
River Safety
We share the Brisbane River with other rowers, coaches,
commercial and pleasure crafts. Safety is critical to all of us.
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