2025-2026 Memberships
To renew your Rowing NSW membership for the 2025/26 season, or to join us for the first time, click here.
The Rowing NSW community has over 5000 members who we know to be passionate and determined rowers, coaches, Boat Race Officials, volunteers and enthusiastic supporters who continue to make this sport what it is today within NSW.
With over 50 clubs and associated school programs across the State, our community has access to both social and competitive rowing opportunities through Learn to Row programs, junior rowing programs and recreational communities who just love getting out on the water. To find your nearest club or Learn to Row Program click here.
Rowing NSW memberships are annual memberships each with their own benefits, allowing our members to participate or compete in Rowing NSW affiliated regattas and events throughout our rowing season.
If you have any questions about Rowing NSW Membership please feel free to reach out to Rowing NSW at office@rowingnsw.asn.au.
Important Membership Information
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Insurance Coverage from 1 July
To ensure insurance coverage while training, all club and school rowers are encouraged to register as a member of Rowing NSW from 1 July, even if they are not racing immediately. At a minimum, a Recreational Membership is recommended. Insurance may not apply if an individual is not a current member.
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Eligibility to Compete
Only Competing Members are eligible to participate in sanctioned regattas.
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Club/School Endorsement
Applications for competing membership categories must be endorsed by your club or school to verify your membership and date of birth.
Non-competing categories (e.g. Recreational, Indoor, Supporting) do not require endorsement.
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Club-Managed Memberships
If your club or school includes Rowing NSW membership in its registration process, your details and payment will be submitted to Rowing NSW by the club.
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Acceptance of Terms and Conditions
All members must accept the Rowing NSW Membership Terms and Conditions before membership becomes active.
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Fees
All membership fees include GST and, where applicable, the Rowing Australia affiliation fee for senior and junior competitive categories.
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Coxswain Registration
Coxswains are required to register with Rowing NSW and comply with the same membership procedures as rowers.
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Single Regatta Licence
The Single Regatta Licence is available throughout the NSW season but is valid only for the subscribed regatta day(s) within NSW.-
Individuals must be affiliated with a club or school rowing program.
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Individuals holding a single regatta licence are not covered by insurance during training. Those seeking insurance coverage for training should purchase a recreational membership.
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To apply, please email: office@rowingnsw.asn.au
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Patron Members
The Patron Member category is no longer available to new members. However, any Patron Member registered prior to 30 June 2011 remains recognised and is automatically renewed each year. Existing Patron Members are required to:
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Accept the current Rowing NSW Membership Terms and Conditions annually
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Notify Rowing NSW of any changes to contact details
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Submit a club transfer if their club affiliation changes
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Benefits of RNSW Membership
As a member of RNSW, you gain access to numerous benefits, including:
· Exclusive Events: Participate in state and national regattas, workshops, and seminars.
· Supporting Investment in the Whole of Sport: Your membership directly supports investments in the development, governance, and promotion of rowing in NSW.
· Community and Networking: Be part of a vibrant community, fostering connections and support for current and future generations of rowers.
· Advocacy and Representation: RNSW represents your interests ensuring that the voice of rowing is heard.
· Regular Communication: Stay informed about races, events, and important updates through the RNSW member newsletter.
· Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive insurance coverage, offering you peace of mind during your rowing activities.
How your membership fee is important to you & the Rowing NSW community
Contributes to our Clubs & Schools rowing season
Not only does your membership fee provide the relevant programs and resources for the wider Rowing NSW community, it also enables us to work closely with our NSW affiliated Clubs & Schools that strive to make sure your rowing needs are met.
Rowing NSW continues to work with our Clubs & Schools to create rowing events that source the best opportunities for our community.
Continued Partnerships
Your support enables Rowing NSW to maintain and grow the strong partnerships we have with our many sponsors and stakeholders throughout the years. These partners are a huge part of our rowing community and empower us to deliver high quality rowing experiences, programs and venues.
Insurance Coverage
Your membership fees ensure that you are covered by insurance whilst both training and racing and even attending or volunteering at Rowing NSW sanctioned events. The Rowing NSW insurance program has been specifically designed to cater to our rowing community to protect you when something does not quite go to plan. Insurance coverage is only valid after your membership has been renewed.
