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Winter programming for Adults (18+)

Mendota Rowing Club never hibernates! Join us indoors to learn skills that will help you gain fitness and will give you a head start for a 2025 Learn to Row class when registration opens in spring. Registered attendees will be invited to a special intro session at the UW Porter Boathouse tanks.

Come to a Free Rowing Intro Session

This two-hour visit to the Mendota Rowing Club boathouse will give you a demonstration and guidance in the correct technique for rowing in a boat. Includes a quick tour of historic Bernard-Hoover boathouse building celebrating its 150th year, and a review of our fleet of rowing shells.

Dates are Saturdays 10 am to noon, January 11, 18, or 25. Sign up for one session.

Sign up for January 11

Sign up for January 18

Sign up for January 25

... and/or register for a Winter Rowing Class

This is a three-meeting class that is oriented to the never-rower who wants a head start when Learn to Row classes in boats start in spring. Attendees will be invited to a special intro session at the UW Porter Boathouse tanks. Attendees will also enjoy a discount on winter monthly membership and 2025 Learn to Row class fees.

Fee: $30. Dates:

Session A
Monday Feb. 3 and Wednesday Feb. 5, from 6:30 to 8 pm, and Saturday Feb. 8, 12 to 1:30pm
Sign up

Session B
Monday Feb. 10 and Wednesday Feb. 12, from 6:30 to 8pm, and Saturday Feb. 15, 12 to 1:30 pm
Sign up

MRC Vision and Mission

Our Vision - Rowing for All

Our Mission - To cultivate an engaging and welcoming environment where people come together to learn, explore, grow and compete in the sport of rowing

Non-Discrimination Statement - We are committed to growing diversity, providing equal opportunity, and intentionally creating environments where differences are embraced and everyone feels welcome, respected, supported, and valued to fully participate. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or age.