Join Us!

  • The Nuts and Bolts

    • Location: Canal Dock Boathouse (475 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511)
    • Practices: M, W, F  from 6:45 am - 8:00 am
      • For September only: Novice rowers will practice T, Th, F from 6:45 am - 8:00 am
    • Races: 2 - 3 weekend days/year
      • Head of the Charles, 2025 (men's 8+)
      • Head of the Schuylkill, 2025 (women's 4+ or 8+)
      • Casual sprint races in the spring
      • *Members who are novices in the fall will likely not be ready to race until the spring
    • Social Activities: includes Friday breakfasts after practice, happy hours, and more!
    • Membership Dues: ~$400, annually
      • Dues can also be paid per semester
      • *We have a free, 2-week trial period in the fall, starting Mon, Sept. 8th

  • Think You Want to Join?

    1. Fill out this 2 min survey about your rowing experience
    2. Complete the boathouse waiver
    3. Come try it out for 2 weeks!!
      • Open Houses at Canal Dock Boathouse (optional):
        • Thurs Sept. 4th: 5:30 - 7 pm
        • Sat Sept. 6th: 2 - 3:30 pm
      • Practices: Starting on
        • Mon Sept. 8th (experienced rowers)
        • Tues Sept. 9th (novices)
    4. If it’s your jam: pay YGC annual membership dues and become a YGC member