Rowing is a unique opportunity.
Rowing stands out among youth sports for a few reasons. First, it is the epitome of cooperation, synergy and team work. There are no superstars, no names on jerseys, just a team with a goal of moving in the same direction. Second is the opportunity to offer each athlete the chance for competition and growth on both personal and team levels. No roster limits, no limit of players on the field, and no younger players riding the bench instead of developing through practice and competition. Finally, as you can see in the info graphic, rowing has a ratio of scholarship attainment that is not matched by any other sport. You have the opportunity to better yourself, and those around you every day!
Success on the water
Nashville Rowing has seen many of our student athletes succeed at the regional, national, and even international level. Their success also goes beyond their time as a part of our junior program, as they move on to collegiate and masters rowing successes, and even returning as coaches. This isn’t just a select few athletes either, as we have had athletes medal at every Southeast Regional Championship since 2014, earning bids to compete at Nationals in 2xs, Men’s and Women’s 2-s, Men’s and Women’s 4+s, Women’s Lightweight 4+s and Women’s 8+s. We even have alumni entering the coaching ranks at the Junior, Collegiate and Masters levels
Beyond the water
Our goal is not just to build fast rowers and win races, the number one goal is to build community. Competitive success is the outcome of a successful daily process, and the ability to foster positive character through the choices our athletes make. We want to help develop great people who impact their communities for years to come. Rowing provides the platform to learn accountability, self discipline, self advocacy, and most importantly a safe place to experience failure and learn from it daily. This is a life changing sport that you can continue doing well beyond high school and college!