Hi! We're happy you're here.
Ohio University Crew is a Co-Ed competitive club sports team at Ohio University. No experience is required to start rowing, and everyone is welcome to join. See our recruitment, FAQ, and contact us tabs for more information. We hope to row with you soon!
Now, lets go over the basics.
Experience
We welcome rowers of all experience levels to our team!
Many of our members have never touched a boat before our first practice, and we will teach you everything you need to know!
Practices
We practice consistently throughout the year. Weather permitting, we try to be outside for as much of the year as possible. When it is too dark or too cold however, we will plan on having indoor practices.
Water Practices
(weather permitting)
Held at:
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Dow Lake at Stroud's Run State Park
Includes:
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Practice on real boats
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Emphasis on synchronization & technique
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Learn to row
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Row in 8's and 4's
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Practice in preparation for regattas
Indoor Practices
(mainly winter season)
Held at:
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Ping Recreation Center
Includes:
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Practice on ERGs (Rowing machines)
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Emphasis on rowing technique & form
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Lifting
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Cardio
Commitment
We offer 8 practices throughout the school/workweek, as well as Saturday morning practice.
It is expected that rowers make it to minimum 3 practices weekly.
We try to be as flexible as possible. We all are students and understand that life is busy.
Being a team sport, it is essential that rowers attend outdoor practice
Dues
We charge dues every in order to keep our team running. This year (2026-27), semesterly dues for new and returning rowers is $75.
This money goes towards:
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Boat upkeep
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Entrance fees for regattas
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New materials and equipment
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Social activities
Members are expected to have paid dues before attending any regattas or outdoor practices.
We never want dues to be the reason you can't join OU Crew. If you have any issues or questions, please never hestiate to reach out to us!
Fundraising
More information coming soon!
Social
More information coming soon!