Our home water is Clinton Lake, a scenic reservoir just 30 minutes from Champaign-Urbana. With calm waters and wide-open space, it’s the perfect place for both learning the fundamentals and fine-tuning competitive strokes. The Clinton Lake State Recreation Area is located on Liberty Road in Farmer City, Illinois. Enter at the Parnell Boat Access Area and Equestrian Trailhead. The Google Map is embedded below.

✅ Train with experienced coaches who will help you develop proper technique and efficiency.
✅ Get an incredible full-body workout while enjoying the outdoors.
✅ Join a welcoming community that love the challenge and teamwork of rowing.
✅ Compete in regattas across the Midwest or row recreationally—your choice!

No! Our Learn-to-Row (LTR) program is designed for complete beginners. If you’re brand new to rowing, this is the best place to start.

Both LTR and Masters members sign up to row in advance on a group calendar.

Learn to Row (LTR) Program – Perfect for beginners!

If you've never rowed before but want to give it a try, our 4-week Learn to Row program is for you! You'll start with the basics—how to hold an oar, stroke technique, and balance—before progressing to full-boat rowing. No prior experience or fitness level required!

• Three coached practices a week on Saturday morning and Tuesday and Thursday evenings

• Session 1 - June

• Session 2 - mid-July - mid-August

LTR participants are welcome to continue rowing in our Masters Rowing Program and take your rowing to the next level!

Masters Rowing Program – For experienced rowers & LTR graduates

• Three coached practices a week on Saturday mornings and Tuesday and Thursday evenings

• May 30 - October 29

Flex Schedule

Need more flexibility? Sign up for a 16 practice package and choose rowing times that fit your schedule.

Membership fees are paid per season and provide you access to coaching and training sessions, and use of boats, oars, and equipment at Clinton Lake.

• Learn-to-Row (LTR) Program: $375.00/person

  • LTR graduates are welcome to continue with the Masters Rowing Program for the remaining weeks of the season.

• Masters Rowing Program: $575.00/person for 33 practices or $375.00/person for 16 practices

Membership fees do not cover regatta entry fees and travel expenses. Participation in regattas is optional.