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Activation at ARC
Welcome to the Row Nation Experience! We’re bringing rowing to everyone—spectators, parents, and non-rowers included. Join us for a chance to win over $2,000 worth of prizes!

Row Nation at the Australian Rowing Championships
Welcome to the Row Nation Experience! We’re bringing rowing to everyone—spectators, parents, and non-rowers included. Join us for a chance to win over $2,000 worth of prizes!
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How to Enter
- Download the Row Nation App****
- Complete the Race Day Dash Hop on one of our ergs at the Activation Tent.
- 30 second warm up, 100m sprint and a 5 calorie burn.
- Log your workout in the app to earn your entry.
- (Only workouts completed on-site qualify for the prize draw.)
Prizes & Partners
- One year supply of Inglewood coffee (valued at $720)
- $200 Bolle voucher
- 776BC voucher (Winter LS Base Layer + Performance Cap, $130 value)
- $100 voucher to The Regatta Shop
- $50 voucher for the Sheffield Hotel
(Total prize pool exceeds $2,000!)
Challenges
Throughout the event, we’re hosting fun challenges at the tent:
- Consistency Challenge
- Hidden Screen 100m
- Mystery Split Prediction
- Distance Prediction
- Max Watts
Winners will be announced at the Activation Tent on Sunday the 30th, with instant prizes up for grabs!
Stay Connected
- Need Wi-Fi? Visit the Activation Tent for a QR code to connect.
- Follow @RowNationofficial on social media for live updates and behind-the-scenes content.
Visit the Activation Tent
- Location: Look for the Indoor & Coastal Rowing Tent in the Regatta Village at ARC (as shown on the official map).
- Hours: 8:00 AM – Event Close (varies daily)
- Questions? Our team is here to help!
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