About Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club
Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club (TCYRC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to developing outstanding athletes, teammates, and leaders through the sport of rowing. Serving middle and high school students throughout the Twin Cities metro area, we provide a welcoming environment where athletes of every experience level can challenge themselves, discover their potential, and become part of something bigger than themselves.
As a proud member of USRowing and the Midwest Junior Rowing Association, TCYRC offers year-round training for both novice and experienced athletes. Whether an athlete is stepping into a boat for the first time or pursuing national-level competition, our coaching philosophy emphasizes long-term development through technical mastery, physical preparation, and a culture built on commitment, accountability, and continuous growth.
Our Programs
Our novice program introduces new athletes to the fundamentals of sweep rowing in a supportive, engaging environment where confidence and skills are developed from day one. No previous rowing experience is required.
Our varsity program provides experienced athletes with opportunities to train and compete at a high level. Throughout the year, our crews race against many of the Midwest's strongest programs, competing in head races during the fall before transitioning to championship-style 2,000-meter racing throughout the spring and summer.
Beyond racing, we believe rowing develops qualities that extend far beyond the water. Every practice is an opportunity to build resilience, discipline, teamwork, leadership, and a commitment to pursuing excellence through daily habits.
A Tradition of Excellence
Since our founding in 2008, TCYRC athletes have earned medals at regattas across the Midwest while establishing the club as one of the region's premier junior rowing programs. Our crews have achieved success at events including the Head of the Rock, Head of the Mississippi, Midwest Junior Championships, USRowing Youth Nationals, and the internationally renowned Head of the Charles Regatta.
Our athletes have also represented the United States through selection to Junior National Team and High Performance programs, while many alumni have continued their rowing careers at colleges and universities across the country at both the club and NCAA Division I levels.
Building the Future
Today, TCYRC is committed to building the next generation of student-athletes through an athlete-centered, high-performance training environment. We believe success is built through exceptional coaching, purposeful training, technical excellence, and a community that supports every athlete's journey.
Whether your goal is to make lifelong friends, compete at the highest levels of junior rowing, or simply discover a sport unlike any other, Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club is a place where young athletes learn to work hard, embrace challenges, and grow into confident leaders—both on and off the water.
One Crew. One Goal. All In.