Xmas Day Paddle

There will be an Xmas Day Paddle at RRC at 8am on Xmas Day. If you are up and about pop down and have a row. SMS Mike Numa 0410521140 to advise if you are coming.

Social / Casual Rowing

Are you an experienced rower that just wants to row socially or casually at

Richmond?
This would suit people who:

  • Cannot commit to set crew.
  • Want to come back to rowing.
  • Not wanting to compete in regattas.
  • Want to get fit.

We are proposing outings on Sunday morning after the squad training sessions come in at 11.30am.
Although Christine is a level 1 coach, there will not be any coaching but for suggestions to get the boats up and balanced.
We will be rowing distances to suit the crews.

If you would be interested in this please contact Christine or Nick Kaissidis

Sunny Sunday In September

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It was great to see so many people out on the river on Sunday in beautiful conditions for this season’s first time trial. The black and gold was an impressive site both on and off the water.
A big thank you to Paul for capturing the event and the attached photograph of the membership. I also want to pass on my thanks to all those who showed the great RRC spirit by volunteering to help run the event Justin, Kathy, Tom, Gerry, Carolyn, Claire and Vicki.
Also a special mention to Dennis’s for his cameo in the women’s quad, our double scull of Michelle and Corrine who were the only crew to navigate the 7km course coxless and Matt from Learn to row who subbed into a boat after only 3 lessons! He was one of 12 to do their first club time trial on Sunday and I think the day was a big success.
The official times are listed below next to the relevant cox, line honours go to the men’s coxed quad at 34.51. So that’s the time to beat…..

  • DS1 Sandrine 50:39
  • DS2 Aaron 47:27
  • WN Bec 40:29
  • SW Derek 35:32
  • WS Lynn 43:54
  • MS1 Rachael 38:23
  • MS2 Lindsey 34:51
  • WS2 Corrine and Michelle 38:20

Sunny Summer in September

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Rowers turnout for Club Races

It was great to see so many people out on the river on Sunday in beautiful conditions for this season’s first time trial. The black and gold was an impressive site both on and off the water.
A big thank you to Paul for capturing the event and the attached photograph of the membership. I also want to pass on my thanks to all those who showed the great RRC spirit by volunteering to help run the event Justin, Kathy, Tom, Gerry, Carolyn, Claire and Vicki.
Also a special mention to Dennis’s for his cameo in the women’s quad, our double scull of Michelle and Corrine who were the only crew to navigate the 7km course coxless and Matt from Learn to row who subbed into a boat after only 3 lessons! He was one of 12 to do their first club time trial on Sunday and I think the day was a big success.
The official times are listed below next to the relevant cox, line honours go to the men’s coxed quad at 34.51. So that’s the time to beat…..
DS1 Sandrine 50:39
DS2 Aaron 47:27
WN Bec 40:29
SW Derek 35:32
WS Lynn 43:54
MS1 Rachael 38:23
MS2 Lindsey 34:51
WS2 Corrine and Michelle 38:20
Karen Doggett
RRC President

The Biggest Night in 150 Years of RRC and Exhibition of History

RRC 150 Years Celebration Gala Ball
The most significant event to celebrate 150 years of continuous rowing is the Gala Ball, being held on Saturday 14 September, 6pm at the Melbourne Town Hall.
No one who has a connection to Richmond Rowing Club should miss this dinner. It will be a night of meeting current and old members, telling stories and hearing presentations about the club, while enjoying fine dining and celebratory drink, with everyone wearing something much more attractive than training gear!
Everyone should book a ticket and not miss on being part of another historical event for the club.
Book your tickets here.

1928 Annual Ball
Richmond Rowing Club annual ball 1928

RRC 150 Years Exhibition
Despite 3 clubhouse fires, we have been very fortunate to be able to assemble an extensive amount of material to show our activities through the decades.
The exhibition will be open to anyone, and also shows the changes to the river and Melbourne’s skyline.
Dates and times; 9 September to 19 September 2013

  • Mon: 10am – 3pm
  • Tues: 10am – 3pm
  • Wed: 10am – 3pm, 5pm – 8pm
  • Thurs: 10am – 3pm, 5pm – 8pm
  • Fri: 10am – 3pm
  • Sat: 10am – 3pm
  • Sun: 10am – 3pm

Can you help with these opening times? You would need to open the club to the public, supervise visitors and close up. Easy Peasy! Please let me know (Secretary email) and we will schedule volunteers.