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What starts as a simple “give it a go” often becomes a lifelong passion. For Gold Coast Master Rowers members Lea and Jolien, rowing has delivered friendship, challenge, community and countless sunrises on the water. Following their recent Bells of Queensland award win, we spoke to the pair about their rowing journey, what motivates them to keep pushing forward, and why it’s never too late to start, or return to the sport.

Winter rowing in Queensland and Northern NSW is anything but quiet. With a packed calendar of racing, including the Brisbane River Winter Racing Series and key regional head races, the colder months offer some of the best opportunities to build fitness, refine technique, and enjoy racing in a strong but supportive community. Whether you’re chasing competition, consistency, or simply connection on the water, winter is where a lot of rowing progress is made.

Discover a new way to stay active, build strength, and connect with a supportive community, no experience needed. At Gold Coast Masters Rowers, it’s never too late to find your rhythm, with our Learn to Row program designed to help you get started on the water and enjoy the journey every stroke of the way.

There’s a moment on Lake Orr most people never see… and once you experience it, there’s no going back. Here’s why.

Whether you’re coming back to rowing after a break or settling into life on the Gold Coast, Gold Coast Master Rowers offers a welcoming club, supportive coaching, and a strong community on and off the water.

Rowing is one of the most complete and rewarding forms of exercise you can do, combining full-body fitness, low-impact movement, and the mental calm of being on the water. Whether you’re new to sport, returning to exercise, or simply looking for a strong sense of community, learning to row offers benefits that go far beyond physical fitness. Discover why so many people fall in love with rowing and why it’s never too late to start.

The Gold Coast Master Rowers (GCMR) have a rich history marked by resilience, camaraderie, and success. This story begins in 1994 with a small group of passionate rowers and spans decades of triumphs and challenges, showcasing the evolution of a club that has become a beacon for rowers on the Gold Coast.