Recreational and Competitive Rowing

WHEN WE ROW

We launch from a dock in the Port of Poulsbo Marina on Liberty Bay.

Regular rowing times are:

  • Tuesday and Friday mornings 6:15-8:15 am

  • Monday and Wednesday evenings 5:45-8:00 pm

  • Saturday and Sunday mornings 7:45-10:00 am


Winter Season

During the winter season, on-water rows will be held at 8:00–10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. The erg room will be available for member use, with coached erg sessions 6:30-–7:45 am or 8:00–9:15 am on Tuesday and Friday mornings, and 5:30–6:45 pm on Monday and Wednesday evenings. Members should sign up for these sessions through the calendar.

New: Free Learn to Erg classes!

KRA is offering FREE Learn to Erg classes on the second Wednesday of the month during our Winter Season at Poulsbo First Lutheran Church. Email us at kitsaprowing@gmail.com for more details.

Indoor rowing (erging) has many benefits. In addition to perfecting the stroke technique for on-water rowing, it improves cardiovascular fitness and endurance, and may also help to build bone mass. For inspiration, here are links to some interesting articles on the benefits of erging:

New York Times article on indoor rowing

Indoor rowing and osteoporosis


GUEST ROW

Kitsap Rowing Association welcomes visiting rowers aged 18 years and older to row with crew during scheduled rows. Guest rows are also available to experienced rowers who are interested in becoming members.

The following forms are required:

Guest Row Form

USRA Release of Liability

Swim Attest Form

KRA provides three guest rows without fees. Individuals wishing to continue rowing beyond the guest rows are asked to join the club. Please refer to Membership.

REGATTAS

  • We are interested in competing in the following events for 2025. Watch this space for more details!

    • Green Lake Summer Extravaganza, Seattle, WA

    • KISS/BRMR, Liberty Bay, Poulsbo, WA

    • Rat Island Rowing Regatta, Port Townsend, WA

    • Otter Island Touring Regatta, Everett, WA

    • Brown Bear Regatta, Bainbridge Island, WA

    • Pink Ribbon Row, Seattle, WA

    • Tail of the Lake, Seattle, WA

    • American Lake, Lakewood, WA

    • Head/Tail of the Gorge, Victoria, BC

    • Head of the Bull Trout, Lake Stevens, WA

    • Green Lake Frostbite, Seattle, WA

    • Head of the Lake, Seattle, WA

SAFETY

KRA is committed to providing a welcoming and safe environment for participants in all activities. Immediate safety issues that arise during a row should be reported to the coach, coxswain, and/or launch operator; otherwise, please contact any member of the KRA Board or Safety Committee. All concerns will be addressed promptly and confidentially.

USRowing safety information:

KRA safety information: