Rowing Course
★★★★☆
Rowers come to Newell Boathouse in Boston, Massachusetts, to practice and compete on the open water. This dedicated rowing course is a place for water racing, where crews test their endurance and teamwork. Visitors can watch the skill and precision involved in competitive rowing events right in the city.
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Watch: Newell Boathouse
Know Before You Go
- Regatta season
- Rowing courses host scholastic, collegiate, and master regattas spring through fall. Most venues are otherwise quiet training waters used by local clubs.
- Race format
- Sprint regattas run 2,000m for international/collegiate, 1,500m for high school. Heats and finals occupy a full day with crews launching every 4-6 minutes.
- Spectator basics
- Bring sunscreen and binoculars — most courses are wide and crews are far from the grandstand. The finish line is the only place to feel the speed up close.