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Kids rowing & crew programs in Greater Boston

GOkidOZ lists 8 providers of kids rowing programs across Greater Boston, including Newton, Wellesley, Needham, Cambridge, Weston, Belmont, Somerville and Boston. Each listing shows ages, format and a link to the provider — use the town filter above to narrow to your town, or set a radius to include neighboring towns.

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Youth rowing clubs · Greater Boston

7 clubs & camps. Click any name to visit the club's site.

8 clubs
⭐ School-linked high-school crew on Lake Cochituate · strong coaching
📍 Where
Lake Cochituate, Wayland, MA
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⭐ Best overall · full learn-to-row → novice → competitive pipeline · summer camps · where to start a beginner
📍 Where
Charles River, Brighton, MA
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Well-regarded juniors program · best once your kid has the basics (they point pure beginners to CRI first)
📍 Where
Charles River, Cambridge, MA
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Friendly, flexible & more affordable · lowest-pressure way to test whether your kid likes it
📍 Where
Somerville, MA
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☀️ Summer camp at Boston University · good intensive intro or skills boost over a break
📍 Where
Boston University, Boston, MA
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Smaller community club with youth programs · worth it if you're out that way (NW suburbs)
📍 Where
Westford, MA
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Summer learn-to-row & junior crew on the Merrimack · North of Boston
📍 Where
Merrimack River, Lowell, MA
📞 Call
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Youth learn-to-row & summer camps on Lake Quinsigamond · Central MA · also sailing
📍 Where
Lake Quinsigamond, Worcester, MA
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Get your kid on the water

Most clubs run a learn-to-row session each season — no experience needed. CRI is the best place to start a true beginner.

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Frequently asked questions

What towns have kids rowing programs near Boston?

GOkidOZ lists 8 rowing programs providers across Greater Boston, including Newton, Wellesley, Needham, Cambridge, Weston, Belmont, Somerville and Boston. Each listing shows ages, format and a link to the provider — use the town filter above to narrow to your town, or set a radius to include neighboring towns.

What rowing and crew programs exist for youth near Boston?

Greater Boston is outstanding for junior rowing. Programs include Community Rowing Inc. on the Charles River (largest public rowing center in the US), Riverside Boat Club, Belmont Hill School crew, and club teams at high schools throughout Newton, Wellesley, Needham and the North Shore.

What age can kids start rowing near Boston?

Most youth rowing programs in Greater Boston accept beginners from age 12–13 (middle school). Community Rowing Inc. offers summer youth programs starting at age 10. Some programs accept younger children for intro sessions.