wellingtonscullingclub

Wellington Sculling Club

Glide. Breath. Belong.

Sculling is a form of rowing that is smooth, rhythmic and quietly powerful. It’s the feeling of gliding across the water, moving in harmony with your boat and discovering strength you didn’t know you had. It is a low-impact, full-body exercise that builds strength, balance and coordination while being gentle on the joints. Many of our members describe it as both energizing and meditative.

Wellington Sculling Club

Glide. Breath. Belong.

There’s no better place to experience rowing than Guelph Lake. It offers calm stretches, wide sightlines and a peaceful natural setting – ideal for learning and practicing the sport.

Whether you’re brand new to rowing or returning after time away, our club offers a warm and supportive environment to learn, reconnect with your body and enjoy time on the water.

About our Club

The Wellington Sculling Club focuses on the type of rowing known as sculling, where each rower uses two oars for a balanced and rhythmic glide through the water. It’s known for its smooth motion, graceful feel and quiet focus – perfect for people who enjoy being active outdoors without the intensity or pressure of competitive sports.

We are intentionally a small group. That means personal attention, relaxed sessions and familiar faces. We have singles, doubles and a quad so you can row individually or with other members.

Completely new to rowing? We’ll show you the basics.
Returning after a time away? You can ease back in with our support.
Experienced sculler? You’ll find space here to refine and perfect your stroke.
You row at your own pace, with support and guidance when you want it.

The Club is based at a private, peaceful and beautiful site at the east end of Guelph Lake, accessed from Jones Baseline. 5422 Jones Baseline, Guelph/Eramosa Ontario

Programs

Ready to get started? Fees and registration (2026)

Try our Learn to Row program

Ready to get started? Fees and registration (2026)

Try our Learn to Row program

$275 for eight group coaching sessions
$225 to join for the remainder of the season after coaching sessions complete

Join as a full member

$500 for 2026 season

Boat storage fees

$65 for sculling boat storage on racks and winter storage, if needed (for club members that have their own sculling boat)
$50 for storage of other non-motorized boat (e.g., canoe or kayak)

How to register

Contact the Wellington Sculling Club wellingtonscullingclub@gmail.com and we will send you links to registration forms, information and instructions.

Send an e-transfer for the fees to wellingtonscullingclub@gmail.com, or provide a cheque made out to Wellington Sculling Club.

You will receive gate codes to access the site once registration is completed.

Governance and policies

The Wellington Sculling Club is run by a volunteer group of individuals. We operate under Rowing Canada and Row Ontario, and are required to comply with their policies to ensure we govern according to sporting standards and operate in a safe and ethical manner.

Key policies and documents are available at the following links:

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