MASTERS RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
The Hanlan Masters Recreational Program is designed for those who wish to row for fitness and fun, with lots of options to participate in the sport in the way that you want, at the times that make sense for your schedule. Whether you want to improve your technique and conditioning in a crew, under the guidance of a coach, or simply want to enjoy the lake’s natural beauty on your own or with your friends, you will find a home in our Masters Recreational program.
COACH: This program is coached by our Head Adult Coach Kirsten Ryan (bio), with support from our assistant coaching staff.
PRIOR EXPERIENCE: Learn-to-Row 301 or permission of a Hanlan coach; ability to swim (life jackets are welcome); moderate physical fitness; ability to carry 40 pounds (accommodations are available).
AGE: 19+
PRACTICE TYPES:
Coached practices: Hanlan’s coaching staff meets rowers at the boathouse on a specified day and time, boating the crews, choosing a workout, determining a water route and coaching the rowers on the water. Rowers sign up in iCrew to guarantee their seat in a boat.
Meet-up practices: Rowers sign up in iCrew to guarantee their seat in a boat on a specified day and time, then meet at the boathouse to choose their own workout and where to row. No coaching or safety boats are provided.
Independent rowing: Rowers use iCrew to sign out a Club boat or their own private boat, and row on days, times and water routes of their choice. No coaching or safety boats are provided.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
May 5 - May 19, 2025 (Cold water rules apply; Coached practices only):
Monday: 9:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Thursday: 6:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.
May 20, 2025 - End of Season (Coached practices, meet-up practices, and Independent rowing available)
Monday: 9:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. (Coached)
Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. (Meet-Up)
Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. (Coached)
Thursday: 6:30 p.m. (Coached)
Friday: 6:30 p.m. (Meet-Up)
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. (Coached)
Sunday: 9 a.m. (Meet-Up)
2025 DATES: May 5, 2025 to October 31, 2025
PRICING (FULL SEASON): $1,081.43 (Includes $900 program fee, HST and Rowing Canada insurance fee. Does not include regatta or event fees.)
PRICING (FALL ONLY): $714.18 (Includes $575 program fee, HST and Rowing Canada insurance fee. Does not include regatta or event fees. From August 4 - October 31, 2025 only.)
SAFETY: Safety is our primary concern. If weather or water conditions are unsafe, practice will be conducted on land.
REGISTRATION: Click the button below to begin; instructions to register can be found here.
SOCIAL EVENTS AND OTHER ROWING OPPORTUNITIES
Hanlan Boat Club holds free barbecues on Thursday evenings in the Hanlan Pavilion, which are open to all Masters Recreational members. After your evening practice, come hang out with your fellow rowers, while enjoying some delicious food and beverages as you watch the sunset.
Masters Recreational rowers may choose to participate in a range of events during the season, according to their interests. These include recreational races at various Ontario rowing regattas, distance-racing events, such as the Canadian Sculling Marathon, and touring events organized by Hanlan Boat Club or Ontario Adventure Rowing.
QUESTIONS
Not sure if this program is for you? Want to know more? Feel free to email Coach Kirsten at kirsten@hanlanboatclub.ca with any of your questions. We can't wait to have you join us on the water!
