Contents: Rowing for Canada We are excited to share that 3 of our incredible Guelph athletes will be racing for Canada this summer! Maddy Vandermeer (UBC) has been selected to Team Canada’s W8+ and will race later this month at the U23 World Championships in Duisburg, Germany (July 23-26). This is Maddy’s second summer racing forContinue reading “July Newsletter”
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March Newsletter
Contents: 2026/2027 Registration is Now Open! Membership Renewal & Fee Update Registration for the 2026/27 season is now open! Current memberships end March 31 and the new season begins April 1. This year’s fee increase reflects rising operating costs only — thanks to our generous members, over $130,000 has been donated to rebuild our fleet. That way,Continue reading “March Newsletter”
February Newsletter
Contents Learn-to-Row Instructors Needed We’re Recruiting Learn-to-Row Instructors! Our club entry programs are the most important way we introduce the community to rowing—and help new people become active members of our rowing family. Jessica, our Learn-to-Row Coordinator, is looking for club members who’d like to join the team as Learn-to-Row instructors. We’re known for our warm,Continue reading “February Newsletter”
National Coaches Week
National Coaches Week Dear GRC Members, This week, September 15–21, 2025, is National Coaches Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible coaches who dedicate their time and energy to our sport. At the Guelph Rowing Club, our coaches do more than teach rowing skills. They inspire confidence, build teamwork, and create a welcoming environment forContinue reading “National Coaches Week”
July Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar: GRC Welcomes New Summer Coaches We’re excited to welcome our summer coaching team to the Guelph Rowing Club! Erum Khan, Molly Bain, Sasha Maksym, Ceilidh Aho, and Meghan Harris; your energy and leadership are key to a great season. Thank you for your commitment to our rowers and the sport. Here’s toContinue reading “July Newsletter”
March Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar Call for Coach Boat Drivers Coach boat drivers are an asset to coaches and another way to give back to the club. If you are interested in driving a coach boat at the club, now is a great time to get your mandatory Pleasure Craft Operator License. The test can be taken online.As theContinue reading “March Newsletter”
GRC awarded 2024 Row Ontario Club of the Year
We are beyond thrilled to share that the Guelph Rowing Club has been awarded the Row Ontario Club of the Year! Read the official announcement here. This achievement is a testament to each and every one of you—our passionate rowers, dedicated volunteers, incredible coaches, diligent committee members, hardworking Club Manager, and committed Board of Directors. You are what makes GRC theContinue reading “GRC awarded 2024 Row Ontario Club of the Year”
Celebrate Incredible Coach Impact
This week is all about recognizing the incredible impact coaches have on and off the water. Guelph Rowing Club is excited to join in celebrating National Coaching Week—a time to acknowledge the dedication, knowledge, and passion that our coaches bring to the sport. Whether they’re teaching technical skills, fostering personal growth, or inspiring teamwork, ourContinue reading “Celebrate Incredible Coach Impact”
July Newsletter
Here are some updates on what happening around the club this month… CORA Welland Recap On July 6th, a total of 24 crews represented GRC at CORA Welland, the first regatta of the summer for U19, U23, and senior competitive athletes at the club. The ‘McGregor,’ our new fluid 4x named in honour of IsobelleContinue reading “July Newsletter”
April Newsletter
Happy Spring GRC Members! Here is what’s happening around the club this month… 2024 Fees The club has reviewed the costs associated with programs and determined the membership prices for GRC programs. The fees for all programs will see an increase compared to last year and the 2024/25 fees are as follows: Adult Learn ToContinue reading “April Newsletter”
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