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ROWING

Ottawa New Edinburgh Club
About
ONEC Rowing

Located just minutes from downtown Ottawa, ONEC Rowing runs out of the renowned heritage boathouse located on the south bank of the Ottawa River.

ONEC offers a wide range of sculling programs. Sculling is rowing with two oars. It is a symmetrical, low impact, all body fitness activity that has been enjoyed in Canada since the late 19th century.

How

to Join

It’s our mission to inspire and support everyone on their rowing journey. 

That’s why we provide a wide array of programs for people of all ages and experience, with a clear set of pathways for beginner to advanced rowers.

Photo

Gallery

Check out our ONEC Rowing Photo Gallery.

We're working on expanding our galleries to showcase all the amazing things we have going on.

Have

Questions?

Check out our FAQ or send us an email. Our friendly ONEC staff will be happy to answer any questions.  They can also be reached by

phone at

613-746-8540.

ONEC Rowing Calendar

Find fun and important dates like the AGM, rowing clinics, events, BBQs and more.  You can RSVP right in the Calendar and see who else will be attending.

ONEC Rowing Meetup
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When you join ONEC Rowing you are eligible to join the ONEC Rowing Meetup App - a quick and easy social networking platform used to announce Tours & upcoming Group Rows.

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Learn to
Row Program

Have you always wanted to learn the sport of rowing?  Our Learn to Row program is taught by Row Ontario Certified or in-training Coaches.  You will receive 10 sessions of instruction.  We teach sculling, which is rowing with two oars and is a symmetrical, low impact and full body sport. Registration starts early winter 2025.  Classes fill up quickly.  You can read more about our programs by visiting our Learn to Row page by using the button below.  If you have a question about our program, don't hesitate to send us a message using the “Get in Touch” form at the bottom of this page.

Registration open for 2025

Our
Rowing
Programs
Our ONEC
Rowing Pro

For all the changes that happen around us in life there are some constants and one of those is the way to move a rowing boat across the water in an enjoyable and efficient manner. Over the centuries changes in blade and boat design have altered some aspects of technique but it is still refined down to three elements; blade entry to the water, blade exit from the water and movement of the body in between strokes. I have been so lucky in my life to have worked with amazing coaches and rowers who have taught me how to understand these elements. I will do my best to pass on this knowledge to you in a way that will allow you to discover the joy of stroke making for yourself.

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Touring
Program

Adventure awaits. Our Touring committee is always hard at work finding new places for us to explore.  Find information here on our Touring opportunities and Group Rows.

Masters
Program

Join us for coached practices every Tuesday and Thursday morning and work on developing your fitness and boat handling skills.  We attend several head regattas each fall.

Distance Program

Our ONEC Rowing distance program is for those who love the challenge of distance and endurance events.  This program is led by our head Coach Norma Strachan.

CSM & 
Special Events

Learn more about what we have on offer at ONEC Rowing, including our premier event - the annual Canadian Sculling Marathon.  There's something for everyone.

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ONEC Rowing
Supports Safe Sport

Join our Coaches in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. All instructors are Safe Sport trained. Safe Sport: Anyone involved in sport should be able to thrive and perform at their best without fear of abuse, neglect or other maltreatment. Learn to Row registration starts each year in Feb - Mar and classes fill up quickly.  You can read more about our programs by visiting our Learn to Row page. If you have a question about our program, don't hesitate to send us a message using the “Get in Touch” form at the bottom of this page.

Where to Find Us

The Ottawa New Edinburgh Club is a short 5 min drive from downtown Ottawa. We're one of only two non-motorized boat clubs along the section of the Ottawa River that runs through the heart of the National Capital region.

Our Rowing Partners

Ontario Adventure Rowing

ONEC is a proud member of Ontario Adventure Rowing which allows us to participate in Tour Rowing across the beautiful waterways of Ontario. The Ontario Adventure Rowing mission is to: • To promote distance rowing, including touring and adventure rowing; • To organize rowing tours and distance events in Ontario and nearby jurisdictions; • To provide opportunities for people of all ages to participate in distance rowing; • To support the sport of rowing at the local, provincial and Canadian levels; and • To provide fitness opportunities and amenities to benefit the community.

Rowing 
Canada
Member

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ONEC is a proud member of Rowing Canada which allows us to participate in various Tours and Regattas across Canada. The Rowing Canada mission is to inspire Canadians through the sport of rowing; promote physical and mental wellbeing; foster safe, diverse and vibrant communities across Canada; create opportunities and pathways for Canadians to be the best they can be.

Row
Ontario
Member

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ONEC is a proud member of Row Ontario. It vision is to inspire excellence in individuals and organizations in rowing throughout Ontario. It's mission is to advance the growth, development and delivery of rowing in Ontario.

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Rowing
Camps

Register kids 11-17 years old for summer day camp in July and August. Participants learn rowing skills according to the ONEC Waterfront Skills program and also have the chance to learn basic skills and have fun on Stand-Up Paddleboards (SUPs).

Our
History

To honour the history, dedication and current initiatives of each rowing community, Row Ontario has produced a series of profiles on member clubs across Ontario. Today we get to know more about the Ottawa New Edinburgh Club! The Ottawa New Edinburgh Club, known as ONEC, has a long and storied history in the Ottawa region as one of the oldest, multi-sport clubs in Canada. ONEC was first established in 1883 as the Ottawa Canoe Club on the banks of the Ottawa River...

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