Get Involved in Rowing

Welcome to Salt Spring Island Rowing Club, where over six decades of rowing history on St. Mary Lake meet the future of the sport!

Our club is home to a competitive rowing program for young athletes, with crews that compete at the national level each year.

We also have a thriving masters (adult) program that continues to grow annually. In addition, we’re proud to host one of the longest coastal endurance regattas of its kind: Race Around the Rock.

Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just curious about rowing, there's a place for you in our community!

Race Around the Rock
Epic 88km Coastal Endurance Regatta

Aug 22-23, 2026

Thinking About Racing RAR 2026?

Race Around the Rock is the signature 88-kilometre coastal endurance relay regatta hosted by the Salt Spring Island Rowing Club.

It's a full circumnavigation of Salt Spring Island for adult, junior and mixed crews racing coastal and open-water shells.

→ Check out the regatta

Programs

The Salt Spring Island Rowing Club (SSIRC) offers year round recreational and competitive rowing programs for youth and adults. Check out our programs pages for more information.

The Salt Spring Island Rowing Club has adopted Safe Sport, a national set of policies to ensure a safe environment for every participant at the club.

Are you a
visiting rower?

We offer drop-in rates for experienced rowers visiting Salt Spring Island

Experienced visiting rowers are now able to purchase a 1, 5 or 10 x row Punch Card. We're proud to make rowing on St Mary lake more accessible to more athletes without requiring a membership subscription.

Click here for details