National Championships
2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships
Sarasota, Fla. June 15-17, 2026
The 2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships is back and will take place in Sarasota, Florida, from June 15–17, 2026.
The event will follow a format similar to the 2025 championship, giving youth athletes the chance to compete in the fast-growing coastal discipline that combines running and sprinting in the surf. Click here for more information on the 2026 USRowing Youth Beach National Sprint Championships.
The schedule includes:
- June 15: Practice sessions and beach orientation
- June 16–17: Race days
The event is designed specifically for youth athletes and will provide an exciting environment for competitors to test their beach sprint skills against athletes from across the country.
There will also be two senior events held at the 2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships, the CM1x and the CW1x which will provide automatic qualification to the Beach Sprint selection camp later in the summer. For more information on that process, see the Beach Sprint selection procedures here.
Register
Registration for the 2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships will open on March 13, 2026. A full list of dates and deadlines is available in the regatta entry packet and on the RegattaCentral page linked below.
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Awards Ceremony
Medals will be awarded to the first, second, and third-place finishers in each A- Final.
Medals will be awarded at the Awards Area. The awards ceremony will take place after Finals conclude on Wednesday.
FAQs
Do the boat handlers need to be of different genders?
No – both boat handlers for a race entry can be of any gender for the 2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships.
Are composite boats allowed?
Yes – crews may be comprised of athletes from different clubs, and athletes may also race unaffiliated.
What are the costs of the oar rentals provided on-site during the days of the event?
Oar rentals will be available for $75/day from our vendor Croker Oars. Contact Greg Doyle greg@crokerusa.com to arrange a rental.
What Requirements are there for Boat Handlers?
Boat Handlers are considered Support Staff with access to the athlete/participant area. Because of this, Support Staff must be entered in RegattaCentral under the ‘Coach & Support Staff’ tab. Support Staff must have the following to be compliant:
- Current Membership (for the full duration of the regatta)
- Signed Membership Agreement & Waiver
- SafeSport Self-Attestation/Current SafeSport Training (valid for the full duration of the regatta).
What should athletes wear for racing?
We recommend that athletes wear their usual rowing unisuits as they would for classic rowing competitions. Some athletes prefer to wear sun shirts for extra protection. Sunglasses and water shoes are highly recommended.
Will there be water and food available for purchase on-site?
There will be access to water on-site. Athletes are recommended to bring their own food, however there may be a food vendor on site.
What ages are eligible to compete?
Athletes must meet the “Youth” definition to be eligible to race at the 2026 USRowing Youth Beach Sprint National Championships. The definition of “Youth” can be found in the event entry packet.
What type of boats are we using?
Our regatta will use racing shells manufactured by Lite Boats, provided by USRowing. Participating athletes do not need to bring any shells when racing at the 2026 USRowing Beach Sprint National Championships.
Are boat handlers responsible for navigating boats around the slalom?
Yes – Boat handlers play an imperative role for racing crews to steer around the course buoys during competition. The hand signals will be taught during Monday’s orientation and the coach's practical.
What is the registration process for boat handlers?
Boat handlers are registered in RegattaCentral by clicking on ‘Coaches and Support Staff’ listed under Registration in the left-hand menu. They are considered support staff for the regatta and should be listed here to receive credentials. Note, only the RegattaCentral account that made the event entry will be able to submit the boat handler as Support Staff.
What is the penalty if you miss a buoy?
This regatta follows World Rowing’s rules for Beach Sprints.
Can I adjust the rigging of the boat prior to using it?
No – Rigging may not be adjusted to any of the boat’s hardware and is kept standardized. In the boat, the only elements that may be adjusted are the oars and foot stretcher position (tracks, not angles).
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