World Rowing Masters Regatta events
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History
The first World Rowing Masters Regatta held in Vienna in 1973 was deemed a “test” event. Attracting about 700 entries from 10 countries it surprised many by its success, and the regatta has grown exponentially ever since. In 2008, 1,500 boats from 38 countries took part. The uniqueness of each venue often with fascinating cultural and historical sites adds to the appeal for competitors. Discovering a new place or re-visiting a known one, all the while competing in a favourite sport, is a lot of fun. Past venues include Adelaide, Amsterdam, Budapest, Heidelberg, Miami, Prague, Vienna, Seville.
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Competition Format
The regatta’s format makes it appealing to rowers of all levels. Overall crew ranking is not determined on the basis of heats, repechages, semi-finals or finals. If entries exceed the number of racing lanes in any of the 100 or more events, as many races as necessary are added to the event, with a medal awarded to the winner of each race. Competing against rowers of similar age is also an incentive to participate.
Age categories A Minimum age 27 or more B Average age 36 or more C Average age 43 or more D Average age 50 or more E Average age 55 or more F Average age 60 or more G Average age 65 or more H Average age 70 or more I Average age 75 or more J Average age 80 or more
Latest News
Japan masters compete on Tokyo Olympic course
10/05/2011In its 5th year, the Toda International Masters Regatta showed the wheels of Japanese rowing continue to spin. Held at the Toda Olympic Boat Course, the rowing course of the 1964 Olympic Games, at Toda, near Tokyo, rowers from throughout Japan took part in the two-day regatta.
