School Rowing

There are around 150 schools which compete in secondary school rowing in New Zealand.

Many of these school rowing programmes are based out of club rowing sheds, and many have grown so large they have their own facilities.

Inter-school competitions occur regularly around the country, from small local regattas or challenges and the season culminates in the the large national event known as the Aon Maadi Regatta held in March each year.

Schools generally run their "Learn to Row" programmes in August/September before training starts in Term Four.  Our Directory of Schools is a good place to start if you are interested in school rowing.

For any queries regarding school rowing, please contact Rowing NZ's Community and Schools Coordinator Loretta Herrera-Kavanagh.