Forming a Team

Six Rowers and a Coxswain

If you are interested in forming a team, you will need six rowers and a coxswain. Although rowers are responsible for forming a team, rowers can use the Royal St. John’s Regatta Facebook page, online bulletin board, and bulletin boards in the boathouse to post information and requests.

Interested rowers can also contact the Technical Coordinator at the boathouse about the Learn To Row Programs which can lead to the formation of new crew.

NOTE
When forming a new rowing team it is critical that all members understand the commitment level required. Key areas include: showing up to all practices, arriving on time, working hard during practice, and having a positive attitude.

Coxswain

Crews are responsible for finding their own coxswain. There are two options:

  • Recruit an experienced coxswain
    • Ask other rowers if they know a coxswain who may be available
    • Contact the Technical Coordinator at the boat house
    • Put an ad on the Royal St. John’s Regatta Facebook Page
    • Put an ad on the bulletin board at the boat house
  • Recruit a new coxswain
    • Ask a friend or family member to be the coxswain for your crew

NOTE
All coxswains must be 19 years of age and are required to complete the Learn to Coxswain program.

Team Sponsor and Registration

Most teams find a sponsor to cover or help with registration fees and team uniforms. Teams are responsible for finding their team sponsor and for registering their crew. You can call a sponsor directly and/or send them a letter of request.

NOTE
Find additional information, including age categories and a sample letter to a sponsor, on the Royal St. John’s Regatta website: How to Establish a Team