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Buffalo Rowing Club

Dedicated to the pursuit of excellence and championship results.

North America's

Premier High Performance Rowing Organization

Founded by RJ Rubino, who led Buffalo crews to win thirty Royal Canadian Henley Regatta between 2022 and 2026, the Buffalo Rowing Club exists to continue this winning tradition.

In the Royal Canadian Henley’s U19 8+ event, Buffalo crews have won the championship for three consecutive years, set back-to-back course records and swept the podium in a historic 2026 result.

Buffalo Rowing Club brings Western New York’s top rowers together with the best talent in North America. If you or someone you know wants to be part of this summer’s success, apply today!

A Winning Culture

Royal Canadian Henley

20 Wins

since 2023

US Summer National Championships

12 Wins

since 2023

Countdown to

Royal Canadian Henley 2027

Hurry Up!

Summer 2026 Information

Learn about opportunities to join BRC for our 2027 Summer Campaign

Explore our Programs

Explore our wide range of programs that target strength, fitness and technical rowing ability. Enjoy access to our 8,000 square foot facility that feature a strength and conditioning gym, locker rooms, four boat bays and new docks situated on the Buffalo River.

Buffalo Rowing Story

Learn more about how Buffalo Rowing grew into a nationally recognized, dominant rowing organization in the span of a few years, and what shapes the winning culture in the Buffalo-Niagara region.

Buffalo Rowing News

In Buffalo, Summer Rowing is Back

Chip Davis Published on Tuesday, September 24, 2024: RowingNews.com   Three years ago, a pair of oarsmen from Buffalo upset the favored U.S. National Team pair to win the 2021 USRowing […]

Rubino’s Venture Succeeds

Clevis Murray News Sports Reporter – The Buffalo News R.J. Rubino’s journey over the past year has been a whirlwind. After being with RowBuffalo for years, he began a new […]

Buffalo Rowing Club eyes growth on Kelly Island

An effort is underway, to connect the Ohio Street bridge to the Michigan Street bridge with a boardwalk, or a pedestrian pathway along the Buffalo River along Ganson Street. I […]

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