About EBR

Our Mission.

East Bay Rowing was started in 2011 as a charitable nonprofit. Our mission is to provide the opportunity, equipment, and venue for the greater East Bay community to participate in the beautiful and challenging sport of rowing.

Our Values.

EBR is a fun, inclusive, and safe community for all

to experience the joy of rowing.

EBR is a supportive community that fosters teamwork and inclusivity across youth and adult rowers, families, and supporters.
EBR is a steward of our environment and the sport of rowing–we are responsible for leaving spaces and equipment better than we found them, and to uplift the whole team and organization; there's no "I" in EBR.
EBR provides the training, equipment, and team culture for the growth and physical/mental wellbeing of its rowers.
EBR is an organization rooted in resilience, determination, and continuous improvement.

Our Leadership.

East Bay Rowing has a network of staff, coaches, and board members that keep our programs thriving.

Board President: Deb Sullivan, president@eastbayrowing.com

Director of Rowing: Kelsey Gosch, dor@eastbayrowing.com

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

EBR offers learn to row courses for all ages. Our middle school program begins with 7th grade (age 13), our high school novice program is open to anyone in 9th-12th grade, and our adult program includes both competitive and learn to row groups.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Different programs cost different amounts based on several factors (how many practices there are in a season, whether or not it is a competitive racing team, how many coaches are required for that particular program, etc.). We believe that anyone who wants to row should be able to, no matter their background or economic circumstance. For Financial Aid information, please reach out to dor@eastbayrowing.com

WILL I GET WET?

EBR water launches so you will be wading into the river. While in the boat, it is likely a rower will be splashed but it is unlikely that the boat will tip. Rowing is still a water sport and electronics are not recommended while on the water accompanied by a coach.

WHAT AMENITIES ARE AT WALKER FARM?

EBR partners with the Town of Barrington to set up our equipment on public land. Walker Farm does not having running water, showers, or locker rooms. There is a water trailer on site to clean boats—this is not drinking water, please make sure you bring your own and plenty of it! There are porta potties on site.

ARE MY PERSONAL BELONGINGS SECURE?

We recommend you store any belongings in our “Boathouse” (the white trailer) when rowing out of Walker Farm. The Boathouse gets locked while crews are on the water. East Bay Rowing is not responsible for any stolen or missing personal items.