Orillia Rowing Club

2023 Programs are coming soon
ON-WATER PROGRAMS

Learn to Row - Adults

Youth Rowing

Season Membership

Performance Competitive Program

Pay-as-you-Row

NEW! Rowing Day Camp

Free! Youth Try-out Rowing

Day Tours

SCHEDULE

Contact Information

Email: info@orilliarowingclub.com

Telephone: (705) 326-3519

Mail: PO Box 981, Orillia, ON L3V 6K8
View location on Google maps
Boathouse is open during rowing times from May to October.

Our Club Sponsors
Thank you to following contributors who have made donations towards the purchase of new rowing shells and equipment and rowing programs
Diamond Patrons

The Orsi Group
McLEAN & DICKEY Insurance
Jim Wilson Chevrolet
John Mayo BMO Nesbitt Burns
Linda and Rick Dalmazzi
Margaret and David Barr

Gold Patrons

Bradanick Construction Services
Thor Motors Orillia (1978) Ltd.
Heather Bees Honey
Aim Funds Management Inc.
City of Orillia
Don Clune
Dynamic Mutual Funds Ltd.
Kinsmen Club
Orillia After Hours Clinic
Ron Pidgen
Tom and Yvonne Ruff and Family

Silver Patrons

Dr. Heather Laakso
Windmill Garden Centre & Landscaping
ProActive Health Care
Sharp Bus Lines
Fidelity Investments Canada Ltd
Doug's Transport

Bronze Patrons

Dentistry on West
Pixels 'n' Print
Investors Group - David Kindy
Arden and Vivian Pidgen
Art & Else Cameron
Canadian Tire, Orillia - David G. Beaton
Century 21 Don Campbell Real Estate Ltd.
Harper Tire
Kelsey's Restaurant / Montana's Cookhouse
Michael Monteith Enterprises Ltd.
Nelson Aggregate Co.
Orillia Power Corp.
Rotary Club of Orillia

Thank you to the following contributors who purchased oars on behalf of the Orillia Rowing Club.

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Youth Rowing Program

6 week rowing program for youth ages 14-18

New and experienced rowers

Includes instruction, on water coaching, use of equipment, Rowing Canada / Row Ontario mandatory fees, club t-shirt

New rowers will be taught to row then progress to crew rowing

May 2 to June 10 inclusive; 5 sessions per week

Mon & Wed 6:00-7:30 PM

Tues, Thurs & Fri 5:45-7:15 AM

Sat, Sun 7:00-8:30 AM - makeup weather days

$325

Athlete / Parent Meeting Tues Apr 26 at 7pm
A virtual information meeting will take place for both the Youth Rowing Program and the Performance Competitive Program. If interested in attending please let us know at info@orilliarowingclub.com and a link will be sent to you for the meeting.

Learn to Row - Adults

Rowing is the best overall fitness sport going; fun for families and individuals. Experienced rowing instructors will introduce you to the fundamentals and help you develop your skills and safety awareness. Participants are treated to a friendly encouraging experience. By the end, you will feel confident in your ability to come out to row and to take advantage of one of the best overall outdoor fitness sports going.

Discover rowing on Lake Couchiching and just how much fun it can be. Learn the basic techniques and develop your rowing skills through a combined land and lake program and practice on the water with learners and experienced rowers. There is plenty of opportunity to learn and gain basic skills in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

Available class options:

Weekend #1 - Sat May 28 & Sun May 29, or

Weekend #2 - Sat June 11 & Sun June 12

Hours: Sat 9am to 4pm & Sun 9am to 12 noon

Fee includes all rowing instruction, use of equipment, club T-shirt, BBQ lunch on Sat, Rowing Canada / Row Ontario mandatory fees

Fee: $230 / per person

Private Learn to Row - upon request

Fee: $300 / per person

Full Season Memberships

Unlimited rowing opportunities during scheduled row times (May 2 to Oct 8)

Prerequisite: - Learn-to-Row or previous membership with the Orillia Rowing Club or another recognized rowing club AND are in good standing

$450 Fee includes the Rowing Canada / Row Ontario mandatory fees
not included are any additional costs for regatta entry fees, equipment transportation costs
$25 discount if fees paid in full by May 2

Volunteer time will be needed to work Bingo when it resumes. Please refer to registration form.

Performance Competitive Program

This program caters to athletes that are competitive by nature and are looking to challenge themselves in the sport.

For rowers (aged 14+ and masters) who have completed the youth rowing program or the learn to row program or have previous rowing experience

C1 Stream

introductory level training for those new to Competitive rowing

3 to 6 training sessions per week, inclusive of on water and land training, as well as strength and conditioning

Fee: $500 for the on-water season

C2 Stream

for athletes who aspire to become an elite rower or for those who wish to be a competitive rower year round

racing opportunities at regional and provincial regattas, with possible participation at national regattas

5 to 12 training sessions per week depending on goals, inclusive of on water and land training, as well as strength and conditioning

approval by Head Coach required to register for C2 Stream

Fee: $750 for a full year

Athlete / Parent Meeting Tues Apr 26 at 7pm
A virtual information meeting will take place for both the Youth Rowing Program and the Performance Competitive Program. If interested in attending please let us know at info@orilliarowingclub.com and a link will be sent to you for the meeting.

Card Rowing

Pay-as-you-Row plan

For anyone who has already had an 'Learn-To-Row' course or has previous rowing experience, who wants to row for a limited number of times in a summer or wants to row a few more times before deciding to get a full membership

$165 for 5 rows

$310 for 12 rows

Includes the Rowing Canada / Row Ontario mandatory fees

Volunteer time will be needed to work Bingo when it resumes. Please refer to registration form.

Day Camp

The Orillia Rowing Club is partnering with Orillia Parks and Recreation to offer a full day camp with rowing in the morning and other fun activities in the afternoon.
All at Tudhope Park / Barnfield Point Recreation Centre.

2 camp sessions available:

week of July 18

week of July 25

For ages: 11 to 15
Participants must be competent swimmers
All registration is done online via the Sun Registration site at Orillia.ca starting March 8

Free! Youth Try-Out Rowing

A one-time opportunity to get in a rowing shell and try it out before committing to a learn to row course

Youth ages 13 to 18

Sat May 7 from 7:00-8:30am

Pre-registration is required; Register here

Seats are limited

Touring

See Lake Country from on the water! We plan a club rowing tour at least once a month on a different lake or local waterway throughout the rowing season. Bring a picnic lunch and a sense of adventure as you join a rowing crew in our stable “un-tippable” touring boats. We'll combine the physical challenge of rowing with plenty of time to relax, swim and take in the beauty of the Ontario shoreline.

Prerequisite: - Learn-to-Row and current membership with the Orillia Rowing Club or another recognized rowing club.
2022 Tour Dates

Sat Jun 18 Mara Provincial Park

Wed Jul 13 Circumnavigation of Big Chief Island

Wed Aug 24 McRae Point Provincial Park

Sept tours - more tours to come...

Note: All Tours start after morning row times.
Watch for sign-up sheet at boat house.
LOTS OF FUN!!!!! AND FOR MORE FUN see below:

The Orillia Rowing Club is a member of Ontario Adventure Rowing who also offer tours that Orillia Rowers can participate in. Check their schedule at adventurerowing.ca for a full list and description of their tours. A great opportunity to meet rowers from other clubs who enjoy touring.
Some examples:

Sun May 8 Niagara Banana Belt Tour

Sat Jun 25 Kawartha Tour

Sun Jul 10 Toronto Islands Tour

Sun Aug 21 Nottawasaga Tour

Sweep Oar Sponsors

TLSS Rowing Club
Dufferin Aggregates
Brewery Bay Food Co.
Bygone Days Fish & Chips
McDonald's Orillia
Tim Hortons - Memorial Ave.
Mr. & Mrs. Cully Koza and Family
2nd Century Source for Sports
Dr. & Mrs. Gregory Price-Jones
Dr. & Mrs. George McAllister
Shadowbox Learning Services Inc.
Raney Building Supplies Inc.
EAST SIDE MARIO'S
Dr. & Mrs. Ray Kiff
Tom and Yvonne Ruff and Family
The Home Depot
Dr. Alan & Margaret Hudak
Bayside Restaurant

Sculling Oar Sponsors

Bradanick Construction Services - 8 oars
Heather Bees Honey - 4 oars
Linda & Rick Dalmazzi - 4 oars
Dr. Heather Laakso - 2 oars
Windmill Garden Centre & Landscaping - 2 oars
ProActive Health Care - 2 oars
Sharp Bus Lines - 2 oars
Dentistry on West - 2 oars
Doug's Transport - 2 oars
Rotary Club of Orillia - 2 oars
Michael Monteith Enterprises Ltd.-2 oars
Laidlaw Education Services - 2 oars
Century 21 - Jim Shropshire - 2 oars
Art & Else Cameron - 2 oars
Vivian & Arden Pidgen - 2 oars
Harper Tire - 2 oars
Tatham Engineering
Cameron Law
Theo's Eatery
Rustica Pizza Vino
Carson Funeral Homes
Dr Lindsay Smith Dentistry
GIT Security
The Madison County Food & Beverage Co.
Scotiabank Orillia
Orillia Lion's Club
Rotary Club of Orillia - Lake Country
Sanderson Monument Co.
Dr. Debbie McCloskey
Dr. Nancy Harris
Dr. Anthony Reid
Dr. David Stirling
Vera & Gerry van Amelsvoort
Dietmar Schaefers
Carol & Hubert Schaefers
Barb & Ron Pidgen
Jim MacGorman
Ans Wafelbakker
Jackie & Bill Gandy
Dr. Dan Moore
Mike Dwyer
Daniel Sawatsky Chartered Accountant
Gertrud & Joseph Schaefers
West Ridge Family Dentistry
Karen O'Coin
Brenda Jenkins
Kelsey's Restaurant
Montana's Cookhouse
Leon's Furniture Orillia