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2025 NSW Indoor Rowing Series
Compete in the 2025 NSW Indoor Rowing Series from your home, club, or the gym—log via Row Nation, join in‑person hubs, and track live leaderboards.

The NSW Indoor Rowing Series returns in 2025 with its most inclusive format yet.
Powered by the Row Nation app, participants can log workouts anytime during each four‑day event, anywhere, from home, club, or gym. The series features Solo distances, relays, Para and lightweight divisions, and live leaderboards to fuel the competitive spirit. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or racing with a team, the Series connects rowers across New South Wales in a shared challenge for mental and physical fitness.
Race anywhere, anytime
Thanks to Row Nation, you can compete virtually during each four‑day window. Just select your distance—2000 m, 1000 m, 500 m, 150 m, or even a 30‑minute open rate—row on your erg, and log results in the app. Live leaderboards let you monitor your standings statewide—a format built for flexibility and inclusion Rowing NSW.
Events & categories
The series spans all recognised indoor rowing categories—U16, U19, Open, Masters, Para, and Lightweight. Events cover fixed distances and include a 4 × 500 m team relay available in male, female, or mixed divisions Rowing NSW.
In‑person hubs
For those seeking community, select Row Nation RowClub hubs will host live race sessions and pre‑event workouts. A great way to meet fellow rowers, charge your motivation, and feel the buzz of an event day without traveling far Rowing NSW.
How to join
Registration—open to everyone, whether you’re a club member or not—is through Humanitix under the Rowing NSW event. You’ll receive access details for app sync and hub locations. Entry includes insurance, leaderboard access, and covers all distances Humanitix.
Why it matters
Indoor rowing builds cardiovascular strength while being joint‑friendly. The series emphasises mental fitness through goal setting and achievement in a supportive network. Live competition helps stay focused and motivated—even during solo workouts, the shared leaderboard sparks meaningful competition.
Take the next step
Ready to row? Register via the Rowing NSW page or Humanitix, download the Row Nation app, and get your erg ready. Race strong—and connect with a community of rowers pushing for mental fitness across NSW.
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