History of The South Island Masters Rowing Championships.

In 1998, Port Chalmers Rowing Club held their 125-year celebration with a regatta predominantly for masters.

Following the success of this event, it was decided that an annual South Island masters rowing regatta would be held and would be called The South Island Masters Rowing Championships. The first official regatta was at Kerrs Reach in 1999 and now rotates annually around each province. The event is now in its 24th year.

This year's South Island Masters Rowing Championships will be held from April 25-27 at beautiful Glendhu Bay with between 200 to 250 masters rowers expected.

Octi excursion to Stevenson’s Island, Wānaka

Come and watch a rowing regatta being held in our very own backyard. There will be many people and boats on the water. It will be a grand sight.

We do, respectively ask that if you are boating in the area, that you please be mindful of the regatta and pass at an appropriate space/speed. We all want to enjoy our beautiful lake and stay safe at the same time.

Race program and event schedule:

Friday April 26:

Long Distance Race - Bishops Bay to Glendhu Bay.

8:00-10:00am - Please be aware there will be many rowing boats and safety boats on the water.

1,000m - Mixed Races - Glendhu Bay

11:00 - 5:00pm - There will be many rowing and safety boats in front of the Glendhu Bay Hampshire Holiday Park.

Saturday April 27:

1,000m - Age Categories - Glendhu Bay

7:30am - 5:00pm - There will be many rowing and safety boats in front of the Glendhu Bay Hampshire Holiday Park.

This is a free spectator event so bring the whole family.

We'd like to thank our sponsors

See you out there!