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Starting summer 2026!

Mercer Island Rowing Club is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that cultivates a deeper connection to our environment and community by enabling individuals of all ages and abilities access to rowing.

06/15/2026

🚣 Four years in the making — and we are FINALLY here. ⁣

The tent is up. The boats are ready. And on June 22, the Mercer Island Rowing Club takes to the water for the very first time. 🌊⁣

This inaugural season wouldn't exist without the generosity of so many — from our founding members and volunteers who believed before there was a single boat on the water, to Commencement Bay Rowing, Anchorage Rowing Association, Conibear Rowing Club, and Pocock Rowing Club for helping us get equipped and ready to row.⁣

We're just getting started — and there's still time to be part of it:⁣
🔵 Youth Camp — only 1 spot left!⁣
🔵 Adult Camp — spots available for new & returning rowers⁣
🔵 Volunteer — we need hands on deck before launch⁣
🔵 Become a Member — shape the future of MIRC⁣
🔵 Donate — help keep rowing accessible for everyone⁣

Registration and info in the link in bio. See you on the water! 🏅⁣

05/22/2026

Calling all experienced master rowers! 🚣‍♀️

By popular demand— We're excited to announce our upcoming week-long Experienced Masters Session from 7/20 to 7/24! This is the perfect opportunity to bring our local rowing community together on Lake Washington.

Whether you're dusting off your blade or a regular on the water, join us for a relaxed, fun week of coached sessions, good company, and stunning morning views. You are welcome to join us for all five days or just pop in for a few!

Program Details:
✅ When: July 20th - July 24th
🕒 Time Slots: 5:00 AM-7:00 AM OR 8:00-10:00 AM
📍 Where: Luther Burbank Park
💰 Pricing: $100 for the full week

Eligibility: Open to experienced masters rowers (18+) or those who have completed a Learn-to-Row session.

We can’t wait to see you on the water!

Check the link in our bio to learn more and register today.

05/04/2026

🚣 Before the first stroke is even taken — grab your MI rowing gear! 🚣

Mercer Island Rowing Club merch is available for a LIMITED TIME through May 18th, and this is your LAST CHANCE to get it before our very first season kicks off!

No one has hit the water yet — but when they do, you'll want to be repping the club from day one. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or a supporter, this is your chance to be part of something brand new from the very beginning. 🌊

A portion of every purchase goes directly back to the club, helping make this inaugural season everything it can be.

⏳ Store closes May 18th — don't miss it! 🔗 in bio.

03/31/2026

🚣 Whether you're 13 or 73 — this one's for YOU! 🌅

Mercer Island Rowing Club's Learn to Row program is open to both youth AND adults this summer — no experience needed, all fitness levels welcome.

Picture yourself gliding across Lake Washington in the crisp morning air as the sun rises over the Cascades. That's your new summer routine. ✨

Here's what you'll get:
🌊 Expert coaching on technique & water safety
🚤 Hands-on time with real rowing equipment
🤝 A welcoming community of fellow beginners
📍 Beautiful Luther Burbank Park as your classroom

Sessions run Mon–Fri
👦 Youth (entering 8th–11th grade): 8–10am
🧑 Adults (18+ & entering 12th grade): 5–7am
$350 per 2-week session | Scholarships available 🙌

📅 Sessions:
June 22 – July 3
July 6 – 17
Aug 3 – 14
Aug 17 – 28 (adults only)

Whether you're a teen looking for a summer adventure or an adult chasing something totally new — rowing delivers. Join us! 🌊

🔗 Link in bio to register!

03/30/2026

✨ What an incredible day for Mercer Island! 🚉

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the opening of the Mercer Island Light Rail Station — the energy, the smiles, and the community pride were absolutely electric. This is a moment we'll be talking about for generations. 🙌

And if you haven't had a chance to slow down and take it all in, please do — because the station is home to two stunning sculptures by local artist Beliz Brother that truly deserve your attention. 🎨

At the west entrance, a beautiful cluster of oars suspended above the staircase pays homage to Mercer Island's deep connection to the water. Before the bridge in 1940, the island wasn't connected to land — boats were how people moved: ferries, canoes, sailboats, and rowboats. That history lives right here in our station. And at the east entrance, a second delicate, balancing sculpture evokes the gentle bobbing of a boat on the water. ⛵

Beliz drew from historical photographs and her own life — she swims in the lake, walks along its shores, and has always felt connected to this island. That love shows in every detail.

This station isn't just a stop on a map. It's a gateway — to opportunity, to connection, to a more sustainable future for our island and our region. 🌿

Here's to Mercer Island. Here's to what's next. 🚇💙

03/20/2026

🚨We're thrilled to introduce Alex Barnaby-Brown as the Head Coach of our very first Learn to Row program this summer! 🎉

Alex brings years of rowing experience to Mercer Island Rowing Club — competing collegiately at the University of Illinois, coaching at Lincoln Park Boat Club in Chicago, and most recently serving as Masters Head Coach, Varsity Boys Assistant Coach, and Equipment Manager at Mount Baker Rowing Club.

Beyond the water, they play rugby, do pottery, crochet, and are always scheming new creations in the kitchen. We couldn't ask for a better person to introduce new rowers to this sport we love. 🚣

Our program is filling up fast so head to🔗in bio to join the fun this summer!

02/28/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors who are making Row for MI: Ergathon possible! 🙌 We couldn't do this without your support.

The good news? There's still time to register! 🚣‍♂️ Join us this Sunday, March 1st at 1pm at Orangetheory Fitness Mercer Island for our inaugural Row for MI: Ergathon — where teams will row a collective 20km (the distance around Mercer Island!) to raise $20,000 for our organization.

Whether you're a seasoned rower or a total beginner, your oar — err, handle — is welcome here. Come for the rowing, stay for the community. And if competing isn't your thing, spectators are highly encouraged! 👏

Let's row together. Let's raise together. Let's show Mercer Island what we're made of. 💪

🔗 Register via the link in our bio

02/20/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER — don't miss your spot! ⏰
Mercer Island's very first rowing club is almost here, and our inaugural Ergathon Fundraiser is happening March 1st at 1:00 PM at Orange Theory Fitness MI 🚣‍♀️🚣‍♂️
Here's the deal: we're rowing a combined 20km — the full distance around our island — on rowing machines to make MI Rowing Club a reality for ALL ages and abilities.
🎽 Register and you'll score a FREE limited edition t-shirt (trust us, you'll want one)
💪 Solo rowers, team joiners, team creators — all welcome, we'll match you with your crew
💰 Registration is just $20
And if rowing's not your thing? Spectators, come hang. This is a community event and we want you there — come cheer, socialize, and be part of Mercer Island history 🙌
⏳ Time is running out — hit the link in bio to register NOW before spots are gone!

02/03/2026

📰 NEW ARTICLE ALERT 📰

We're featured in Talk on the Rock! 🎉

Discover the story behind Mercer Island Rowing Club and why we're bringing the sport of rowing to our island community.

Plus, don't miss details about our inaugural Row for MI: Ergathon on 3/1! 🚣‍♀️

Read the full article (link in bio or stories) 👆

02/02/2026

A huge THANK YOU to Mercer Island Weight Loss & Wellness for sponsoring Mercer Island Rowing Club! 🙌

We're grateful to have partners who support our athletes and our community. Lara is a local healthcare provider dedicated to helping people achieve their wellness goals with compassionate, individualized care.

Whether you're a busy parent, a professional juggling it all, or someone who's tried everything before — Lara offers evidence-based treatments including GLP-1s, wellness support, and lifestyle guidance tailored to YOUR goals.

✔️ Expert-led holistic care

✔️ Safe, medically supervised weight loss

✔️ Options for people who don't fit the "BMI mold"

✔️ Real results in a judgment-free environment

Thank you, Lara, for believing in our rowers and our mission!

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Mercer Island, WA
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Website

https://www.mercerislandrowingclub.org/

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