Let's go row!
"Real athletes row. Everyone else just plays games"
"If everything seems under control, you’re just not going fast enough."
We’re not here for something to do – we’re here to do something.
The Ohio Valley Rowing Club seeks to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Mid - Ohio Valley by promoting the sport of rowing. Our goal is to contribute to better health and develop character, through the unique "blend of individual and team effort that rowing requires. We are committed to continually developing and enhancing programs, improving existing facilities, and enlisting additional volunteer support to accomplish our Mission.
Ohio Valley Rowing Club is a strong, cooperative, community organization dependent upon proactive volunteerism. Volunteerism may include helping with boathouse tasks, assisting with the organization and execution of regattas and programs, or donating needed and unique skills. Contact us to learn more about current volunteer opportunities.
OVRC is designed as a competitive rowing team while still having the capability to teach the new rower. Rowers will be grouped together according to skill level and coached accordingly. Rowers will earn seats in racing boats. Priority is to field the fastest boats possible in all categories.
Open to all area high school students aged 13-18
The purpose of OVRC Youth Rowing program is to teach rowing to the youth of the Ohio Valley and to provide an opportunity to compete in local and regional regattas. Youth are taught the fundamentals of rowing, are coached in the finer points of rowing technique and are guided in physical conditioning.
OVRC provides coaching, equipment, administration and helps to establish parent participation. We encourage new members whether they receive support from a school or not. Anyone is welcome!
Youth rowers from several schools have the opportunity to practice together, which provides more flexibility in boat selection and enhances a quality rowing experience and rower development.
Recreational or Beginners Lessons
The program offers adult rowers the opportunity to row in a structured environment with whoever they choose, if anyone at all. Also, adult rowers have the freedom to row any time they choose and enjoy full access to the Club's facilities.
Contact Jon Apgar for information on the adult program: 304-488-3082
"Real athletes row. Everyone else just plays games"
"If everything seems under control, you’re just not going fast enough."
We’re not here for something to do – we’re here to do something.