A Message from the President: ORC Boathouse Renovation Update

As some may have seen, the PresiPeter Thompson issued a statement regarding renovations to the new Boathouse. We are excited about our present, and future developments to the space, and we thank you for your patience and understanding. You can read the full statement using the button below!

Thank you summer staff!

With the conclusion of Discover Rowing Camp, and the summer season for 2022, we want to thank all the Camp leaders and support staff who helped us make the season so great!

We appreciate the dedication and hard work that went into the season day in and day out. We couldn’t have done it without you, and the campers had a great time!

Yoga is back! Thursday Yoga

Yoga sessions are back by popular demand!

Starting on Thursday, September 1st from 6pm-7pm, Laura D'Alessandro will be returning to the Boathouse every Thursday, with accessible all-levels Hatha Vinyasa classes that focus on opening and strengthening areas of the body that support rowing!

Sessions will be taking place every Thursday from September 1st, Until November 4th.

ORC Fall Schedule

On Sept. 1st the ORC will be switching over to Fall operating hours until the end of the on-water season. Fall hours are: 

Monday: 5:00am-11:00am, 4:30pm-8:30am

Tuesday: 5:00am-11:00am, 3:00pm-8:30pm

Wednesday: 5:00am-11:00am ,4:30pm-8:30pm

Thursday: 5:00-11:00am, 3:00pm-8:30pm

Friday: 5:00-11:00am

Saturday: 5:30-11:00am

Sunday: 8:00am-11:00am 

Upcoming Regattas

Are you getting ready for the Fall Rowing Season? We’ve got a list of Regattas you don’t want to miss out on!

PD Ross (U Ottawa Vs. Carleton)

Date TBD (Ottawa Rowing Club)

Head of Madawaska

September 11 2022 (Burnstown)

Head of the Rideau

September 25 2022 (Ottawa Rowing Club)

Head of the Trent

October 1-2 2022 (Peterborough)

Head of the Charles

October 21-23 2022 (Boston) 

Ontario University Athletics

October 28-29 2022 (Welland) 

Head of the Fish

October 29-30 2022 (New York) 

Brock Invitational (University Only)

October 15 2022 (Brock U) 

National Rowing Championships (High Performance Only)

November 10-13 2022 (North Cowichan, BC)

ORC Pub Night

Want to hang out with your fellow ORC members and friends? The ORC is hosting a Pub Night on September 16th at the Boathouse from 6:00pm to 9:30pm! The event is FREE for members and $5 for non members accompanied by a member at the door. We'll have drinks, snacks, and ORC swag for purchase at the Bar! See you there!

Row with Family and Friends!

ORC will be hosting a Row with Family and Friends event on Sunday September 18 from 10:00am-1:30pm!

Experienced members are welcome to take out guests in a double for a bridge loop. We will have ergs and the on shore practice “boat” out in front if people want to start instruction there. Members will be responsible for instruction and safe maneuvering of their boat.

Launch times will be approximately 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30. No need to sign up in advance. All guests will need to sign waivers when they arrive. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when signing. 

We will need at least 3 safety boat volunteers for the morning and a couple of folks to help out with logistics and carrying boats down. Please contact Anna van der Kamp (annavdk@sympatico.ca) if you can help!

There will be no rain date as the fall schedule at the club is too packed. Cancelation due to heavy rain, wind or lightning will be posted on the general Discord channel that morning by 9 am.

This is a great way to share your love of rowing, show off your skills and grow the club!

New Additions in the ORC Gear Shop!

We’ve got new additions to the Gear Shop!

Introducing the Racing Stripe T, a sleek white tshirt made complete with our brand new logo and stripes on the front and back.

It comes in men's and women's sizes, and can purchase from our newly updated Gear Shop. Orders can be picked up at the Club. Stay tuned for more additions in the future!

Contact our Conflict Resolution Officer

We have updated our Safe Sport page on our website. You can now learn about our Safe Sport Policy, as well as who to contact in the event a safe sport incident has occurred. 

Personal Lights and Bow Lights

Now that the fall season is upon us please be sure to bring your personal light and bow light to every session that starts within 30 an hour of dawn or ends within half an hour of sunset. If you need a personal light or a bow light, they can be purchased in the office for $20.