Promote and Encourage the Sport of Rowing in the Midlands of SC
Columbia Rowing Club is open to anyone with an interest in rowing, whether as a competitor, a recreational rower or a supporter. No experience is necessary.
Membership in CRC is governed by our CRC Constitution and the Membership Rules and Guidelines (click to see). You may begin the membership process by completing the current Membership Application Form which contains information about dues.
Several levels of club membership are available:
Full Member
Full Membership includes the use of all club facilities, including club-owned boats. A full member has voting privileges, is entitled to a personal email address, and receives periodic e-mailings from the club. To maintain membership in good standing, members must:(a) Pay CRC dues for the current year
(b) Have satisfied the swimming requirement, if an active rower, coxswain, or water volunteer
(c) Have completed the required waiver and participation forms.
(d) View video safety tape.
(e) Comply with these Rules, Guidelines and the CRC Constitution
(f) Members are expected to donate a minimum of 10 volunteer hours in service to CRC each year.
Associate Membership
Associate membership is for individuals who want to be a part of the Columbia Rowing Community but either do not want to or cannot participate in the sport itself. Our associate members strive to support and promote the sport of rowing in the greater Columbia area and enjoy the social aspects of Columbia Rowing Club. Associate membership includes the use of the CRC land facilities, but no boats. Associate members do not have voting privileges.Junior Member
Anyone under the age of 18 is encouraged to participate in the CRC Junior Rowing Program which conducts supervised practices. All junior rowers must be accompanied by a safety launch when they are on the water.Collegiate Summer Membership
Our Collegiate Summer Membership will be available from May 1st until August 31st. If you like to join you must be matriculated into a rowing program at a college or university. The cost is $50.00 and it requires a swim test or a letter from your rowing coach, a safety video review and a skill assessment. This is for currently rowing college students. Please contact Jamee Lucas for more information.
