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Sheffield University Rowing Club

A fast-growing club built on enthusiasm, discipline and teamwork.

We're always looking for new members, growing the club and pushing ourselves to reach new levels.

No Experience? No Problem.

Anyone can row.

Most of our members join with no previous rowing experience. Our novice programme provides coaching, supportive teammates, and everything you need to progress from your first session to your first race.

LEARN ABOUT NOVICES

Train Like a Team

Push your limits together.

From water sessions at Damflask Reservoir to gym training, our programme helps athletes of every level develop their skills.

OUR TRAINING

Compete Across the UK

Race. Challenge. Achieve.

Represent the University of Sheffield at some of the UK's most prestigious regattas and head races, including BUCS, Henley, Head of the River, Women's Head, Marlow, Durham, and many more.

EXPLORE RACING

Our Achievements

Building success, season after season.

Our crews proudly represent Sheffield at regional and national competitions, earning medals, qualifying for prestigious events, and continuing a proud tradition of excellence on and off the water.

CLUB HISTORY

More Than Rowing

There's always something going on.

SURC is about more than racing. Enjoy socials, training camps, charity events, Varsity, and a welcoming alumni network that keeps members connected long after graduation.

LIFE AT SURC

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Ready to be part of the club?

Whether you're looking to race, stay active, or meet new people, there's a place for you at Sheffield University Rowing Club. Join one of the UK's most welcoming university rowing clubs.

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WHO WE ARE:

A club built on ambition, tradition and community.

Founded in 1964, Sheffield University Rowing Club is proud to represent the University of Sheffield, a Russell Group university renowned for its excellence in teaching, research, and student experience.

Home to 120+ members, SURC welcomes students of all abilities to train, race, and thrive in a supportive, student-led environment. Whether you're aiming to compete at prestigious regattas across the UK or simply looking to try a new sport, you'll become part of a club built on teamwork, resilience, and lifelong friendships.

1964

Year Founded

The year it all began for Sheffield University Rowing Club.

120+

Active Members

Students of every ability training, racing and thriving together.

Russell Group

University Status

Proudly representing a Russell Group university on and off the water.

JOIN US:

Whether you're stepping into a boat for the first time or have years of rowing experience, there's a place for you at Sheffield University Rowing Club.

We welcome complete beginners, experienced rowers, and coxswains into a supportive, student-led community where experienced members help newcomers develop. Whether your goal is to race at national competitions or simply enjoy rowing as a hobby, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, make lasting friendships, and become part of one of the University's most active sports clubs.

No experience required

Learn to row with our novice programme

Compete at regattas across the UK

Make friends for life

JOIN SURC

CLUB LIFESTYLE

More than a rowing club.

From early morning outings and race weekends to training camps, charity events, weekly socials, and formal dinners, life at SURC is about so much more than rowing. It's a place where lifelong friendships are built, challenges are shared, and unforgettable memories are made.

Fundraising

Socials

Training Camps

UPDATES

Latest news:

Stay connected with everything happening at SURC.

From race reports and competition results to socials, alumni events, and club announcements, this is where you'll find the latest stories from Sheffield University Rowing Club.

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