Community Rowing, Inc.

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Let’s Row Program

Let’s Row creates pathways to rowing for youth from under-resourced areas. The program partners with public middle schools and community organizations to cultivate accessibility and inclusion in our sport.

For 11 years, Let’s Row has brought rowing to Boston’s backyard. In 2023, it expanded into Cambridge Upper Schools. The program consists of five aspects, provided at no-cost to schools and students. Youth of all abilities are encouraged to participate.

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Middle School Visits

Coaches bring rowing machines directly to youth through middle school visits during PE classes. As part of a four-week curriculum, these visits incorporate games, peer support, and competition in each lesson plan.

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On-water Field Trips

Participating schools may come to the boathouse for on-water field trips to deepen students’ rowing experience. Coaches refresh technique on rowing machines and then students jump on the water in stable, 12-person “barges” while supported in lifejackets.

Field trips look a little different for everyone. Depending on size, it could be two hours or the entire school day. Transportation, lunch, and additional activities are provided as needed.

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Let’s Row Championships

Students also get a first taste of competitive rowing at the annual Let’s Row Championships—a fun, LOUD day of racing for school pride.

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Let’s Row Scholarship

Many students develop an interest in rowing through the Let’s Row Program. All participants are encouraged to pursue rowing at Community Rowing.

We require all participants (including families and students from Boston and Cambridge Public Schools, exam schools, and public charter schools) to apply for scholarships once a year through our financial aid application process when registering in Regatta Central. You will not be charged when applying.

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Four members of our Let's Row Fellowship posing with oars

Let’s Row Fellowship

The Let’s Row Fellowship is an opportunity for teachers who want to develop their coaching education while earning a summer income. In addition to earning a certification, teachers will also learn more about the youth programs available to their students at CRI.

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