mission

 

Go Coastal Rowing promotes and supports the disciplines of coastal rowing and beach sprints. we seek to be the driving force behind the adoption and development of FISA coastal rowing throughout the americas. We embrace diversity and promote a fun beach and water activities culture.

turning the tide…

what’s happening?

Coastal rowing and beach sprints offer considerable opportunities for the rowing community in the United States. Taking advantage of the extensive coastline, these rowing disciplines can bring the sport to highly populated areas with limited resources to support flat water training and racing. Coastal and beach sprints are prominent in Europe, and a World Championship is currently supported by World Rowing (FISA). We are excited about the inclusion of Beach Sprints in the 2028 Olympic Games at Los Angeles.

what we want to do:

  • Establish coastal races and touring events

  • Procure a fleet of FISA spec coastal boats to bring to races/events

  • Create a membership organization, with numerous benefits to members

  • Provide coastal rowing education and training for rowers and coaches

  • Promote the efforts and offerings of coastal clubs

  • Create coastal referee education and qualification, utilizing FISA coastal rules

  • Develop youth athletes by providing access to coastal rowing equipment and training

  • Support elite coastal rowing athletes for World Championships through funding, equipment, training, and travel

what fun!

Coastal rowing and beach sprints are extreme sports, encouraging controlled risks and adventure, with rugged and aggressive races within the framework of accepted international rules. These are beach sports, so when the racing is done, the atmosphere lends itself to parties and a solid dose of community camaraderie.