Please note: people registering for Learn-To-Row only need to complete the first two items on the list below at this point in the registration process. Experienced rowers need to meet all requirements.

Requirements to be completed before the first row:

• Complete a copy of the HRCR 2023 Rowing Program Participant(s) Waiver and Release electronically or by hand and upload it in the registration form in the next step.

• Complete the registration form for the HRCR 2023 programs. 

• Complete/renew a basic membership (admin fee: $20/25) at USRowing.org, sign their waiver and select Harlem River Community Rowing as your organization.

• Complete the SafeSport Self-Attestation and if required any training on your USRowing.org profile page.

• Familiarize yourself with HRCR Safesport Policy.

• Watch the USRowing Safety Video. 

• By participating, the participant acknowledges to have read and understood the Handbook 2023 including the Safety Regulations and Procedures and the Emergency Action Plan (See Appendices A and B of Handbook). 

• By participating, the participant attests to being able to swim continuously for 50 yards (any stroke), to tread water continuously for 5 minutes, and to put on a personal flotation device (such as a life vest) while treading water.

• By participating, the participant agrees to inform HRCR (info@harlemrivercr.org) and the coaching staff of any medical conditions that may affect their ability to safely participate in our programming by email. 

• Participants under age 18 must have all participation and waiver forms signed by a parent or legal guardian.