Rowing in Seattle
By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026
Rowing Clubs & Programs
Pocock Rowing Center
Named after the legendary boat builder George Pocock, this community rowing centre on Lake Union offers learn-to-row, masters, and competitive programmes. One of the most welcoming rowing organisations in the Pacific Northwest.
Lake Washington Rowing Club
Based in the Leschi neighbourhood, LWRC provides competitive and recreational rowing on Lake Washington with a strong masters programme.
Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center
A community facility on Lake Washington in South Seattle offering rowing, sailing, and paddling programmes with an emphasis on accessibility and inclusion.
Gyms with Concept2 Ergs
- +University of Washington IMA -- the university's recreation facility has a large erg room with Concept2 machines available to students and community members.
- +CrossFit Industrious in Ballard -- a well-equipped box with Concept2 ergs and regular rowing benchmarks in their programming.
HYROX & Functional Fitness
Seattle's fitness community has embraced HYROX alongside its strong CrossFit and obstacle course racing traditions. Local gyms like CrossFit Industrious, Rival Fitness, and several F45 locations offer HYROX-focused classes with erg rowing as a key component. The city's endurance culture -- bolstered by trail running and cycling communities -- provides a strong aerobic base for HYROX athletes.
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