Individual Membership

In 2026, our changes reflect: 

• Rising insurance premiums and the cost of financing those premiums. To maintain strong coverage, keep pricing competitive, and continue funding member services, we are making targeted increases to Championship, Lifetime, and organizational membership tiers, while keeping Basic Membership flat.
• Inflation and the real costs of running safe, reliable programs. Like most organizations and individuals right now, USRowing is facing increased costs due to inflation. Our costs for our team, our investments, and running our programs are going up. 
• Continued investment in member experience. This is deepening our investment in technology (including our membership portal and regatta systems), communications and support to members, and community engagement.  

As USRowing faced the need to increase fees based on increasing costs, we considered all options to minimize the impact on our members. Instead of an increase for all membership tiers, there are nuances based on what goes into the cost of that option. 

Individual memberships:  

• Basic, Collegiate, Supporter, and Learn-To-Row Membership prices stay the same – a price freeze for over 70% of current individual members.
• Championship and Lifetime Memberships are going up because they are most affected by rising insurance costs. They are going up $10 and $250,respectively. To curb this increase for long-term members, we’re introducing a new four-year discounted Championship membership option. 

Since the 2023 membership structure update, we have: 

• Kept individual membership pricing stable, with the only major change being the addition of the $10 Learn-to-Row tier in 2025.
• Made limited changes to organizational tiers, removing the underused New Organization tier in 2024 and adding Regatta Pass Lite in 2025 for programs that insure themselves, but still want to race at USRowing events.
• Adjusted organizational pricing in line with insurance market changes, including a major premium increase in 2024 after a fatal accident and modest savings in 2025 that allowed us to reduce XX-Small and X-Small PLUS fees and keep others flat. 

USRowing’s membership revenue supports membership programs (the team and support to members, investments in technology (RegattaCentral and other platforms), community engagement (Voices in Rowing, presence at regattas), and administrative support of USRowing (HR, finance) 

• More support from the membership team. We are training up more members of the team to provide digital and in-person support and engagement with members.
• Investment in technology. In 2026, we plan to release upgrades to the organizational dashboard, role-specific rosters, member profiles, and coach profiles to empower members and organizational admins to track and review eligibility and compliance status, among many more upgrades.

• Voices in Rowing will continue to expand in 2026. We have stood up Leadership Groups (leaders who represent different stakeholders within our community to advise USRowing), Rowing Forums (where USRowing invites all members to join), and in 2026, we will expand these initiatives and our in-person presence at sanctioned regattas and visits at organizations.

   

• We are also offering some specific benefits of being a member:
• All Members:
• Starting early 2026 as a member benefit, members will have access to enroll in comprehensive coverage such as health, dental, vision and other insurance options through a third party. Additionally, organizations can enroll to offer group benefits to their staff.
• Nutrition Workshop with the U.S, National Team High-Performance Nutritionist.
• Access to an Athlete Toolkit, with a focus on whole athlete performance. This will include resources on Nutrition, Mental Performance, Physiology, Strength & Conditioning, and more.
• Year-Round Organizational Members: 10% Discount on select coaching clinics and conferences
• Sanctioned Events: Promotion of regattas through USRowing channels 

In the past two years, we have listened to many voices in our community through multiple channels and means. Based on those interactions, we have consistently heard: 

• Make the lives of our members easier. Coaches and admins often find our membership portal and requirements confusing and time-consuming. We want to allow you to spend more time on rowing.
• Costs matter at every level. Across our member organizations, every dollar counts. USRowing is facing rising costs, and every chance we get, we are considering options to minimize the effect on members.
• Compliance feels heavy. While USRowing faces our own compliance requirements by our own governing bodies, many members question SafeSport, background checks, and certification requirements. After open discussion, there is greater understanding and alignment that Level 1 should be the shared minimum standard for all coaches, and that compliance should be managed outside of regattas. We are working with members closely to make compliance as easy as possible while meeting requirements.
• Technology must better serve our members. When new tools launch without enough support, it creates extra manual work and frustration. We work to align technology, updates, and rollout timelines for smoother implementation. 

• Simpler admin and compliance. Bulk Individual Purchasing lets organizations renew the club and athlete memberships together on one invoice. making rosters and compliance easier to track. Adjusting the Small Tier to 26–60 members better reflects how many scholastic and community programs are built. Beyond those specific things, investing in platform development will make managing rosters and requirements easier to track.
• Targeted price changes, not across the board. We are keeping some membership tiers flat, which accounts for over 57,000 members. We are focusing individual increases on Championship and Lifetime memberships, where insurance pressure is highest and benefits are greatest.
• New ways to save for committed racers. The new four-year Championship Membership gives long-term athletes, families, and programs a meaningful discount if they know they will be racing at USRowing-owned events requiring over several years. Additionally, coaches who will be in the sport long-term can save and reap the Champ benefits at a discount.
• No new coach certification requirements for 2026. Level 1 certification remains the minimum standard. Conversations about Level 2, Continuing Education, and Organizational Certification will continue in 2026, but no added requirements will take effect this year.
• Better technology support. As we roll out digital updates, we are tying tech launches to clear training, simpler instructions, and member feedback before and after release. 

USRowing is happy to continue our partnership with Willis Towers Watson (WTW) in 2026. With WTW being the third largest insurance brokerage in the world and a leader in the sports insurance industry, WTW leverages its extensive resources to help us continue to provide high-quality coverage to our members. There are no limit changes from 2025 to 2026, and you can review an outline of limits HERE.  

Starting early 2026, individual members will have access to enroll in comprehensive health plans. Plans range from single, spouse, and family, as well as, options for organizations to offer group employee benefits. 

Members@usrowing.org is the best place to start for help.  

Take your first stroke towards participation, community, and development in our growing sport by becoming a member HERE. USRowing Basic individual membership includes: 

• USRowing’s communications, including our Membership Newsletter with updates, Nuts & Bolts Monthly Newsletter with resources and learning opportunities, plus the opportunity to opt into other communications based on preferences
• Professional Coaching (all USRowing member coaches are Level 1 Certified, including CPR/First Aid, Background Check, SafeSport)
• An Environment Free from Abuse (Benefit from safety and abuse prevention tools like #WeRideTogether and U.S. Center for SafeSport training, professional incident response support, and sport standards consultation)
• Development Opportunities and Support (educational opportunities and access to The Launch, resources, and an accessible team to respond to member inquiries)
• A Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging (access to United We Row scholarships, grants, events, and more)
• Best in Class Insurance Coverage*
• Birthday Discount Code of 20% to USRowing’s Shop
• Exclusive Offers from our Partners and Sponsors [Sports Tickets, Be Brave High Performance Mentor Coaching, TalkSpace, Science of Rowing, TrainingPeaks, and ExpertVoice]
• Competition: Participate at hundreds of safe, fair, and high-quality USRowing-sanctioned regattas
• Peace of Mind: If your club is insured by USRowing, rest easy with up to $7M limits in comprehensive group liability coverage for rowing activities, including outdoor and indoor practices, attendance at USRowing-sanctioned and hosted regattas, and other USRowing events. 

Take your rowing to the next level with a USRowing Championship membership. Benefits include: 

• Premier Access: Compete at USRowing-hosted championship regattas and U.S. national team selection events, attend USRowing development camps, and earn advanced coach certifications;
• Added Protection: $25K excess liability medical coverage for rowing-related accidents and general liability insurance, even if your club isn’t insured by USRowing;
• Flexibility: Race “Unaffiliated” without needing to belong to a USRowing member club; and
• Coach Perks: Free Level I coach certification (a $50 value) and free access to most continuing coach education programs on The Launch.

Log into your USRowing account and click 'Member Rewards Program' to access your discount codes and promotions!

2025 Price 

• Learn-To-Row (60 days): $10
• Basic Membership: $25 for new, $20 for on-time renewal*
• Championship: $75 for new, $65 for on-time renewal*
• Upgrade Basic to Champ: $50
• Collegiate: $50**
• Lifetime: $1250
• Supporter: $10***

 (*) The on-time renewal discount for Basic and Championship membership is automatically applied to any member renewing their individual membership prior to expiration or within 30 days after expiring.  

(**) Collegiate membership offers Basic membership from the date of sign-up through the calendar year of the athlete turning 23. Athletes departing the sport early are not eligible for a refund and memberships are not transferable. Team administrators can only purchase collegiate membership using the Roster in the USRowing Member Portal. Collegiate memberships can be upgraded to a Championship membership for 365 days at the $40 upgrade rate. 

(***) Supporter membership provides coverage and access to SafeSport training for club board members, regatta organizers, chaperones, and other applicable adults. It does not cover on-water rowing or coaching activities, which require Basic membership. 

Individual members of USRowing who renew prior to expiration or within 30 days of an expiring membership receive a discount on their renewal. Basic members and Championsihp members receive $5 and $10 off, respectively. The discount applies if you renew to a different level of membership. Learn-To-Row Members are eligible for the discount should they renew as a Basic or Champ member.

Bridge is a free upgrade from Basic to Championship individual membership for youth athletes with demonstrated financial restrictions. Bridge members will also receive waived entry fees at USRowing-owned events (such as the USRowing Youth Series, Youth Nationals, and RowFest). To be considered for Bridge membership, applicants must demonstrate financial restrictions and their club or school mustn’t already cover membership and regatta participation fees. 

Collegiate memberships is a discounted multi-year membership for collegiate athletes. Collegiate membership costs $50 for athletes between 17 and 23 years old, and is valid until December 31st of the year the athlete turns 23. Collegiate members can upgrade to a year of Champ membership for $40.  College program administrators can purchase Basic memberships for their athletes who are valid for their entire collegiate careers. 

We recommend all coaches become Championship members so they can get free access to Level I coach certification (mandatory since 2025), additional free continuing education offerings, and receive access to our excess accident medical coverage, which provides up to $25,000 in secondary medical coverage ($250 deductible) should personal medical costs arise from a rowing-related incident.  

There are specific requirements for all individuals in a position of authority or who have regular contact* with minor athletes in a youth program.

*Regular Contact Is defined as ongoing interaction where an Adult Participant is in a role of direct and active engagement with any amateur athlete who is a minor. USRowing defines ongoing interactions as five (5) or more instances of In-Program Contact during a 12-month period.

Administrators, chaperones (even parents/guardians), or volunteers are required to have:

• Current USRowing Membership and Waiver
• SafeSport Trained Core Course or the applicable refresher course
• USOPC Approved, NCSI Background Check

This is a Championship membership for life! If you’re a rower-for-life or just want to give back to the USRowing community, the Lifetime membership offers all the benefits of the Championship membership for as long as you row and a special gift from USRowing. It's one-time fee of $1250.

Thanks to all our referees! All USRowing-certified referees receive a free Championship-level membership, and a free upgrade to Lifetime membership after 5 consecutive years of service. 

All Team USA Olympic and Paralympic rowers and coaches receive a free Lifetime membership from USRowing. If you’re eligible but don’t see Lifetime status in the USRowing member portal, give us a shout at members@usrowing.org. 

Our International membership is free for athletes who reside outside the United States. The membership enables them to participate in USRowing-sanctioned regattas. We are proud to honor membership reciprocity with your home nation’s rowing association. 

Please note: Membership requires signing the USRowing membership waiver. International membership does not extend insurance coverage, and you must become a Championship member to participate in USRowing-hosted regattas.  

Yes. Any person who rows with a USRowing member organization is considered to be a Participant of USRowing.  All individual participants must meet individual requirement,  including membership, waiver, and SafeSport training (if applicable). 

Participants who participate in learn-to-row camps or clinics for 3 days or less only need to sign the paper copy of the waiver. The club hosting the program should keep these paper waivers on file and archive them at the conclusion of the season or activity. 

If the camp or activity is more than three days (they do not have to be consecutive),  Participants will need to purchase a membership, such as the Learn-to-Row membership or Basic membership. 

Downloadable Waiver of Liability

Downloadable Waiver of Liability - Spanish

Safe Sport is a program designed to prevent abuse and misconduct in sports by promoting a culture of safety, respect, and accountability. 

Overseen by the U.S. Center for SafeSport and authorized by the U.S. Congress, it provides training, reporting mechanisms, and policies to protect athletes – especially minors – from harassment, bullying, and abuse. It is required for all organizations within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic movement to ensure consistent safety standards, compliance with federal laws, and a positive environment where athletes can excel without fear. 

By implementing Safe Sport, the Olympic movement prioritizes athlete welfare and fosters trust in the sports community. Learn more here.

Coaches at USRowing Member Organizations are required to complete the following to maintain an active membership in good standing:

• Level 1 Coaching Certification (minimum)
• SafeSport Trained Core or applicable refresher course
• USOPC-approved NCSI Background Check
• Boater’s license, if applicable in their state
• Adult First Aid and CPR/AED Certification 

Requirements for USRowing Member Organization Board Members and Administrators (regardless of the age of the participants under their authority) are:  

• USOPC Approved, NCSI Background Check 
• Safe Sport Trained Core Course or the applicable refresher course’
• Current USRowing Membership and Waiver

Volunteers are required to have:  

• Current USRowing Membership and Waiver 
• Safe Sport Trained Core Course or the applicable refresher course
• USOPC Approved, NCSI Background Check* 

* USRowing is working on the best ways to ensure that our requirements are rooted in effective risk mitigation and not just administrative compliance. There are few areas where we will continue to work with the U.S. Center for SafeSport and the USOPC to ensure we create an effective risk mitigating policy prior to March 1, 2025 

The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee has strict background-check standards with specific criteria, and all USRowing members must adhere to them. These requirements 

Unfortunately, background checks are often duplicative. Many employers’ background checks fail to meet the USOPC standard, or employers may not allow background checks to be shared.

USRowing is building an API-integrated background check process to ensure members can easily access the USOPC-required background check.  

Welcome to the team! To get started, create your account HERE. 

Login using your member number and password. If you’ve forgotten your member number, you can search for it. You can also set or reset your password from the member login page. 

• Register or renew your individual membership with USRowing for active status
• Electronically sign the USRowing membership agreement and waiver (required annually)
• Complete the U.S. Center for SafeSport Self-Attestation, which determines whether you are also required to complete the SafeSport Trained course
• Complete additional role-based requirements if applicable (i.e., Coach certification)
• If you row with a USRowing member organization, add your club or team to your profile.

To start, log into the USRowing Membership Portal and review your status on the landing page. 

Waivers provide legal protection for you, your club, regattas where you compete, and USRowing. 

To reset your password, go to the individual member portal login page. Click “Set/Reset Password” and input your member ID number and date of birth. You’ll be prompted to select either an email address or phone number where a reset link will be sent. 

If you do not receive the link within 5 minutes after requesting the link, your email or phone number is likely mistyped. Submit an inquiry to members@usrowing.org.

When resetting your password, it’s best to use an intricate password with a variation of upper case, lower case, numbers, and symbols. 

A few things that might help when using a new password. Try logging in to the account using Google Chrome and/or using a computer/laptop instead of a phone or tablet.

If it still doesn’t work, try opening an Incognito Window by right-clicking on the Google Chrome window in your taskbar and selecting ‘Incognito Window’. This will help prevent any old passwords saved on the device from interfering with your new password. 

Log into your child’s account and click “Edit Profile." You can make changes and update the account there.