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British Rowing membership types explained

Club subs and British Rowing membership are two different things. Here is how they fit together.

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Club subs vs British Rowing membership

Club subs are paid to your club for using its boats, boathouse and coaching. British Rowing membership is paid to the national governing body. It is needed for racing at affiliated competitions and includes insurance cover that depends on the type.

The main types

  • Race: for rowers who race at affiliated competitions.
  • Row: for people who row but don't race at affiliated competitions.
  • Coach and Umpire: for qualified coaches and licensed umpires.
  • Community: for volunteers and supporters.
  • Day ticket: a one-day race licence for certain competitions.

Prices and exact cover change, usually from 1 April. Check British Rowing's membership page for the current details.

Which one do I need?

If you want to race at affiliated regattas or heads, you'll normally need Race membership, valid on race day. Without it, you may not appear when your club enters you on BROE2.

How BoatLog helps

BoatLog handles the club side: membership categories, subs and who has paid, with reminders before renewals. British Rowing membership is bought from British Rowing.

BoatLog screenshot with example club data: Club subs in BoatLog: category, amount and whether each member has paid.
Club subs in BoatLog: category, amount and whether each member has paid. Example data from a fictional club.

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Questions

FAQ

Do I need British Rowing membership to row at a club?

Not always. Clubs set their own rules. British Rowing membership is needed to race at affiliated competitions.

What is the difference between Race and Row membership?

Race membership lets you race at affiliated competitions. Row membership is for people who row without racing at them.

When do British Rowing membership fees change?

Fees have typically changed from 1 April each year. Check British Rowing's membership page for current prices.

Related

Guide: How to enter a regatta on BROE2: a guide for club secretaries How UK rowing clubs enter regattas and heads through British Rowing Online Entry (BROE2): who can make entries, eligibility, and why a rower may not appear. Guide: The British Rowing affiliation year: a club admin calendar The rowing club admin year at a glance: safety audit, membership declaration, affiliation renewal and new members, and what each needs from your records. Guide: Rowing club insurance: what affiliation does and doesn't cover What British Rowing affiliation and membership insurance does and doesn't cover for a rowing club, and why boats and buildings need separate cover.

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