Like in the movies, we pull and row our boats together. If you watched or read Boys in the Boat and you look for a club that will inspire you to feel the team where every member will motivate and push you to be the best of yourself, then you found Queen City Rowing. QCRC is the only club in Cincinnati that offers both sculling and sweeping. Feel the 8+ moving, enjoy the teamwork as we row. Meet people of all ages that share same interests and hobbies. Our club has all the boats you need to have an awesome experience! We row on the Little Miami and Ohio Rivers on the most beautiful water and scenic areas in the city.
If you are new to rowing, there are no limits to what you can do at QCRC. Learn to Row in Just 4 weeks!
2024 - Recreational and Competitive Sculling and Sweep Rowing
QCRC offers you rowing like no other club. Row in 4+s, 8+s, Quads, Doubles and Singles. If you are interested in taking your life outdoors, meeting people who share similar interests, hobbies and get a great workout we are your club. The rivers we row at are provide a peaceful and beautiful experience.
Members enjoy the following benefits:
Row our singles (1X) all week long at your own schedule
Improve your rowing skills with our coaching sessions- Group rows on Saturdays where we take our 8+ and other larger boats.
Group sessions offered in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter seasons. : Beginner Groups practice on Monday and Thursdays 5:30-6:30 PM and Advanced Groups on Tuesdays at 6:30-7:30 AM and Thursday 7:00-8:00 AM. Winter Groups meet Monday and Thursdays 5:30-7PM, Tuesday and Fridays 6:30-8AM and Saturdays 8:30-10 AM. Cost: $385 for each session.
Social activities all year long to engage in our community and to meet new people
Monthly Newsletter with coaching tips, videos, safety, meeting new rower and more
QCRC is the only rowing club with a full year indoor training facility equipped with ergs, weights, simulators and other training
QCRC is a club dedicated to promoting rowing in all communities. Our club membership gives the opportunity to people who have graduated from a “Learn to Row” class from our club or other organization to become members of QCRC and enjoy the benefits. For experienced rowers, the club will assess their skill level and provide the right equipment and coaching.
QCRC philosophy is to make rowing available to all people from all backgrounds and to create an environment where everybody has the chance to improve their lives and be represented.
QCRC’s 2024 Adult Racing Schedule:
US Rowing Row Fest, Oklahoma OK - TBD
US Rowing Masters Nationals - Oklahoma - TBD
Hoover Fall Classic, Westerville OH - TBD
Speakmon Memorial Regatta, Columbus OH - TBD
Head of the Hooche, Chattanooga TN - TBD
Membership Levels
Adult Regular - $600
Annual membership to QCRC
After passing a safety and skill assessment you can row our singles. There is no additional requirements. We just want you to row and enjoy what we love to do!
We understand you are busy with life so at QCRC we don’t ask you to do volunteer hours. Of course we always welcome some help if you can.
Monthly Newsletter that includes videos on technique, workouts, meet rower of the month, social activities and much more!
US Rowing organizational membership. Members still have to join individual US Rowing membership and pass the Safe Sport Course. Link: US Rowing Membership Registration
Access to our indoor rowing gym with a team leader or a coach. QCRC is the only club in Cincinnati that has a facility that is open all year long. We are located in Newport KY. We have 18 Concept 2 machines, One rowing simulator, weights, training stations, bathroom and Parking is FREE
Club coaching on Saturdays for both sweepers and scullers
Use of all club boats (both sculling and sweep rowing)
New!! Full Time College Student Membership - $ 375
Summer competitive and intense use of our boats: Singles, pairs, etc
After passing a safety and skill assessment you can row our singles. There is no additional requirements. We just want you to row and enjoy what we love to do!
US Rowing annual membership to compete at registered regattas and races
Access to our indoor rowing gym located in Newport KY all year long. 18 Concept 2 machines, One rowing simulator, weights, training stations and bathroom. . QCRC is the only club that offers you the whole rowing deal - Parking is FREE
Club coaching on Saturdays for both sweepers and scullers
Use of all club boats (both sculling and sweep rowing)
Gym Membership
Both membership levels now include access to The Rowing Place in Newport with a team leader or a coach. The gym includes free weights, strength training machines, ergometers, treadmills, pilates equipment and much more.
Summer Competitive Rowing
This membership is for college rowers and people who are staying in Cincinnati for the summer and want to join our competitive camp. Includes use of club boats based on technical skills.
The cost is $375
Rack Rentals
If you own a rowing boat and would like to rent a rack we have some options:
6 months - $250
1 year - $375
2023- Winter Indoor Group Workouts - Join a competitive crew
Join our Winter workouts! The group will have tailored weekly training plans based on each rower's assessment. Workouts will be posted for the group. In these 90 minutes sessions rowers will:
Row on ergs (rowing machines)
QCRC’s Winter Training:
Adult rowers will train on Concept 2 rowing machines doing a variety of training plans focused on improving their cardiovascular condition and prepare them for the upcoming 2024 racing seasons
Begginer rowers will be introduced to the C2, technique and individual training plans.
Cross train workouts using the C2 erg to maintain a simulated race pace and effort
Adult rowers will have an individual and personalized training plan based on erg scores and weight lifting testing.
Adult rowers will follow a supervised weightlifting program based on percentages of strength
Adult rowers will do CORE and Stability training sessions to prevent injuries and improve strength
Adult rowers will do running sessions on days when the weather is nice outside to improve endurance - If you can not run due to an injury, you can substitute with erg.
Adult rowers will be doing multiple testing sessions resulting in erg scores for 2K and 6K
Winter starts November 28th and ends February 6th, 2024
Practice schedule: Monday and Thursday 5:30 - 7PM, Tuesday and Friday 6:30 - 8AM and Saturdays 8:30 - 10 AM
Everyone will be tested on 2K, 5K and other rowing evaluations to track their progress. Fun and intense workouts will provide the participants with what they need to be ready for 2024 to be faster as a recreational or competitive rower. This motivating group environment will help you get in the best shape ever!
Location: The Rowing Place,
802 Monmouth Street, Newport KY
Cost: $ 385.00