ABOUT TULANE ROWING
Tulane University Rowing Association (TURA) is a co-ed club sport with roots stretching back to the late 1800s and a proud modern era re-established in 1985. We welcome both experienced and in-experienced athletes looking to compete at the highest levels of collegiate rowing and who want to learn, train, and grow as part of a tight-knit program.
Who We Are
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​80+ student-athletes training year-round
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Primary focus on sweep rowing in eights and fours, with additional small-boat racing in pairs and doubles
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Student-driven culture with professional coaching, leadership opportunities, and a supportive team environment
Seasons at a Glance
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Fall: Head-race season (long-distance time trials), skills and endurance focus
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Spring: Sprint season (2,000m), speed and race execution
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Summer: Optional development and small-boat racing
Where We Race
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National schedule including the Head of the Charles, Head of the Hooch, SIRA Championships, ACRA National Championships, and Henley Royal Regatta plus additional local and regional regattas
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Proud member of both SIRA and ACRA
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Multiple national championships earned over the years
Performance Pathway
Tulane rowers and alumni have advanced to the sport’s top stages, winning medals at the Olympic Games, and competing at the World Championships, Pan American Games, World University Games, World Cups, Copa América, World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals, and Coastal World Championships. The program has also hosted athletes recognized as USRowing Athletes of the Year, underscoring Tulane’s legacy of excellence across flat-water and coastal disciplines.
Join Us
​​No prior rowing experience is required—just bring commitment, a team-first mindset, and a willingness to learn. Tulane Rowing offers top-tier training, lifelong friendships, and the chance to represent Tulane University on the national stage.