Youth Rowing Programs

Registration for these classes is allowed after the designated start date, if you would like to register your junior athlete after the start date, please contact Emily at emily_burkett@tempe.gov for assistance.

Prerequisite for all classes: Float test
All rowing participants must complete a 10-minute float test and watch a U.S. Rowing Safety Video. If you have rowing experience but are new to the City of Tempe Rowing Program, you must fulfill this requirement. For more information, please contact Emily Burkett, emily_burkett@tempe.gov.

Junior Learn to Row

We usually run one dedicated Learn to Row in January and one in September. These are one day classes to give new athletes a chance to find out if rowing is for them and learn the basics before they join the team.

Registration: Click here for upcoming classes

Junior Rowing – Novice

The novice program is for participants ages 12-18. It is for rowers who are new to the sport or who may not be interested in making a large time commitment. We will be working up to a point where athletes may be able to compete with varsity rowers. Prerequisite: Junior Learn to Row is recommended, but not required.

Registration: Click here for upcoming classes

Junior Rowing - Varsity

The Junior Rowing program is for ages 12-18 and is competitive, with training held five days per week in preparation for races held locally and nationally. Join one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Please understand that even though this is a club, we conduct our program with the same rules and expectations of a varsity high school sport.

Registration: Click here for upcoming classes
About the program: The Tempe Town Lake Junior Rowing Program has been operating on Tempe Town Lake since 2005 with athletes traveling around the country to compete at a national level. The team is represented by many of the local schools and the athletes come together to race as one. There is no experience necessary! Every year new athletes join to become rowers and increase their opportunities to earn a college scholarship. We have sent many athletes to college rowing programs across the country. 

Corporate Rowing Program

Are you looking for a fun, social, wellness opportunity for staff or even just a chance to compete with a group of friends? We have an exciting opportunity for you! 

Tempe Town Lake Rowing (TTLR) has a recreational rowing program, designed especially for your company or group! This is a great opportunity to participate in an exciting recreational program that fosters team-building and fitness, making your company a healthier and more productive workplace.

About the program: Tempe Town Lake Rowing will host a seven-week rowing league that introduces rowing to new participants, teaches the basics of the sport and allows rowers to show off their skills in a league championship regatta.
Dates: Ongoing
Days: Monday/Wednesday OR Tuesday/Thursday
Time: 5:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Teams: Teams will consist of a minimum of 10 participants, with a maximum of 20
Cost: $1400.00/team ($700 down to reserve a spot for your team). Registration Fee includes a team T-shirt.
Registration: For more information or to register your team, please contact Emily Burkett at Emily_Burkett@tempe.gov.

Corporate Rowing Waiver
Corporate Rowing Registration Form