Are you ready for a challenge? Step outside your comfort zone in this corporate challenge regatta from the Avon Rowing Club.
No rowing experience is required. Each crew needs 4 to 10 members of mixed gender with a maximum of two registered rowers per crew.
Build fitness, tone those muscles, learn a new skill while developing teamwork, supporting staff well-being and having fun!
Training and racing develops teamwork, problem solving, company spirit and camaraderie which will transfer positively to your workplace.
Regatta Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 (outdoors).
Training Location: Avon Rowing Club (Kerrs Road, Wainoni).
Cost: $1,600 plus GST per crew. Price covers coaching, racing events, and race day refreshments.
Your crew will have a dedicated coach available for up to 10 on-water training sessions. Training begins on Monday 7th September 2026.
You can expect to race three or four times at the regatta. An evening indoor regatta will also be held on Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
You can also sign up only for the indoor regatta for a 2-week training programme - for $400 plus GST per team.
Find out more about the Corporate 8+ Rowing Challenge, including how to register. Registrations close on Wednesday 26th August 2026.
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