The Power of Sculling
For anyone who’s ever been part of a rowing club or participated in crew, explaining what it’s like to row or scull might well be described as something close to nirvana, a transcendent kind of “happy place” that comes from connecting with the river in one continuous movement in concert with one’s fellow rowers.
At Rochester Community inclusive Rowing we believe rowing should be available to EVERYONE.
Born out of a love for the sport of rowing, the robust physicality of it and the peaceful experience of being on the water, RCiR offers non-competitive, INCLUSIVE rowing opportunities to those with any challenge or barrier to rowing, at no cost to them, so they too can experience all the therapeutic benefits rowing has to offer.
We provide a welcoming place to learn a new skill, to have fun, and to grow in a supportive community.
RCiR exists to provide a supportive, inclusive & accessible environment for anyone, with any challenge, who wants to come to the water to learn to row.
WE’VE BUILT
THE FIRST INCLUSIVE, ADAPTIVE, ADA COMPLIANT, SCULLING CENTER IN THE COUNTRY, WHERE “NO ONE PAYS AND NO ONE GETS PAID.”
This one-of-a-kind center is a place where people with big open hearts and a love of rowing come together to help our veterans as well as those who might otherwise have a barrier to the sport. In this supportive environment, everyone can feel safe to be who they are so they can focus on their abilities, build confidence and find joy in the process!
Help us continue to grow!
Changing Lives
Through the power of rowing, RCiR helps veterans and people with disabilities and challenges feel empowered, supported and welcome. Here are just a few of the stories of those who’ve been positively impacted by our programming:
More Stories…
See more stories from our rowers and volunteers, and if you have a story you’d like to share about how RCiR has impacted your life, please tell us!
“We believe when we focus on abilities, rather than challenges, we can build the kind of confidence that transforms lives.”
Get Involved Today!
Learn To Scull
Interested in one of our programs?
Tell us a little about yourself and why you’d like to learn to scull. We’d love to get to know you and answer your questions.
Volunteer
Want to share your love of rowing?
Never sculled before, but interested in learning to become a guide? Just looking to help out at events or with fundraising? Wonderful! We can’t wait to meet you!
Donate
Looking to make a difference?
No matter how big or small, all contributions are welcome! 100% of your gift will be used to provide a supportive, inclusive and fully accessible environment for those we serve.