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General Membership

How To Join Atlanta Rowing Club

In order to join Atlanta Rowing Club, you need to first complete a Learn To Row program or have reasonable previous rowing experience. There are a lot of things to learn in order to safely handle and row a shell.

***Our Learn to Row classes are full for 2024. Contact learntorow@atlantarow.org to be placed on a waitlist if there are any cancellations***

The ARC membership application process is designed to facilitate the safe and proper use of equipment and our facilities. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our membership committee chair.

  • Submit ARC member application to the ARC membership committee chair
  • ARC board of directors votes to accept new members
  • New members are contacted by the membership committee chair
  • Attend a mandatory orientation before using club equipment
  • Sign up for a coached program to train with a group
  • Pass a skills test to use equipment without a coach

In order to accommodate members joining on or after September 1, we prorate our fees to by 50%.


Under 18 or still in middle or high school? Check out the junior clubs down the river at:

Atlanta Junior Rowing Association

Saint Andrew Rowing Club

 

Programs and Coaching

The Atlanta Rowing Club offers a variety of programs in order facilitate your goals and success in rowing. Whether you just joined the club and are still trying to figure out what "the catch" is or if you're a seasoned rowing veteran looking to race on the national arena, our programs are designed to help you accomplish your goals.

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Equipment Storage

Atlanta Rowing Club houses both club and private rowing shells. Members can register to store their shell and oars within the ARC boathouse for a yearly fee.


Once You Are a Member

As a new member, there is a lot of information to catch up on. Here, we provide you with a short list to help you explore the resources at Atlanta Rowing Club.


PLACES TO GO

  • Become familiar with the river
  • Learn about rowing safety
  • Know about launching and docking procedures
  • Know our equipment, how to use it and how to treat it
  • Learn about our coaching programs
  • Frequently asked questions