Our Future: The Rowing Center

Williamsburg Boat Club (WBC) is committed to expanding rowing opportunities and accessibility in our community. In partnership with JCC Parks & Recreation, we are actively developing a Rowing Center at Chickahominy Riverfront Park, a multi-phase project designed to enhance non-motorized boating access and provide state-of-the-art facilities for rowers of all ages and abilities.

 

Building a Premier Rowing Center

 

The Rowing Center will serve as a hub for rowing development, offering:

✅ Improved waterfront access and ADA-compliant facilities

✅ Sheltered boat storage and regatta equipment

✅ Indoor training and coaching spaces

✅ Expanded community rowing programs and youth scholarships

✅ Adaptive rowing opportunities for athletes with disabilities

 

Phase 1, beginning this fall, will focus on adding restrooms and repurposing an existing facility for indoor training and learn-to-row programs. To kickstart this effort, we are raising $50,000 in community support.

 

A $500,000+ Vision for the Future

 

The full development of the Rowing Center is estimated to cost $500,000+, funded through grants, corporate sponsorships, and community donations. This initiative will not only make rowing more accessible but also promote clean, recreational water use and position Williamsburg as a regional rowing destination.

 

How You Can Help

 

WBC is inviting individuals and businesses to support this transformative project. Corporate sponsorships, team-building events, and tourism partnerships offer unique ways to get involved. Every contribution helps us grow the sport of rowing and ensure that cost is never a barrier to participation.

 

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Rowing

 

Your support will make rowing more accessible, provide new opportunities for young athletes, and strengthen our community programs. Donate today and help us build a lasting legacy for rowing in Williamsburg!