About Us
Est. 2025
About the club
The Welland Recreational Canal is widely recognized as one of Canada’s premier rowing courses, having hosted numerous national and international regattas. Its straight, protected water and consistent racing conditions provide an exceptional high-performance training environment.
This venue elevates training standards and positions Niagara Community Rowing as a regional hub for recreational, competitive, and developmental rowing. The launch of Niagara Community Rowing represents more than a new facility, it is a long-term investment in sport development, community connection, and competitive excellence.
With a premier waterway, a decorated high school program, and decades of coaching leadership from Head Coach MacNally and Coach Ruscitti, NCR is positioned to become the cornerstone of rowing in Niagara for years to come. As shells cut through the calm water of the Welland Recreational Canal, the message is clear: Niagara’s rowing future is strong, united, and just getting started.
This venue elevates training standards and positions Niagara Community Rowing as a regional hub for recreational, competitive, and developmental rowing. The launch of Niagara Community Rowing represents more than a new facility, it is a long-term investment in sport development, community connection, and competitive excellence.
With a premier waterway, a decorated high school program, and decades of coaching leadership from Head Coach MacNally and Coach Ruscitti, NCR is positioned to become the cornerstone of rowing in Niagara for years to come. As shells cut through the calm water of the Welland Recreational Canal, the message is clear: Niagara’s rowing future is strong, united, and just getting started.
Contact Us
Mailing Address – 546 Niagara St, Welland ON L3C 1L8
905-320-6199
ncr@aprz.ca
Driving directions
108 Thorold Rd E, Welland ON L3C 7A6
To reach the Niagara Community Rowing (NCR) boathouse
– Turn Left – Once you reach the end of Thorold Rd E, turn left to drive parallel with the Welland Recreational Canal.
– Proceed with Caution – Drive slowly along this stretch. The roadway is narrow and shared with pedestrians, cyclists and oncoming vehicles.
– Locating NCR – Pass the Welland Community Boathouse and continue to the far side of the gravel parking lot, where the Niagara Community Rowing facilities are located.