Membership Categories

Understanding OTRC membership options, fees, and British Rowing insurance requirements for the 2025/2026 season

Membership at OTRC

At Oundle Town Rowing Club, we offer a range of membership categories to suit different needs and circumstances. Whether you're a competitive rower, an adaptive athlete, a student home for the holidays, or completely new to the sport, we have an option for you.

Insurance Requirement: All OTRC members must hold valid British Rowing membership for insurance purposes. A BR member number is required to complete OTRC membership.

Membership Year: Runs from 1st September to 31st August. All members must renew and pay before 1st September for continuity of cover.

Adult Membership Categories

For members aged 18 and over

Full Adult

Ages 18+

£285

per year

Our standard adult membership for competitive and recreational rowers. Full access to all club facilities, boats, and training sessions.

Unlimited water sessions
Access to all boats
Competition entry support
Coaching included
Social events

Adaptive Adult

Ages 18+

£195

per year

Reduced rate membership for adaptive rowers. Full access to adaptive rowing sessions with specialist coaching support.

Adaptive rowing sessions
Specialist coaching
Adapted equipment
Competition opportunities
Inclusive environment

Affiliate Adult

Ages 18+ | Students

£25/month

or £6/week

Paid in advance

Perfect for full-time students rowing during college/university vacations. Flexible short-term access when you're home.

Flexible duration
Water session access
Boat access
Must confirm study status
BR membership required

Adult Learner

Ages 18+ | New to rowing

£125

per course

Includes BR Row membership

Our Learn to Row course for adults new to the sport. Fee includes OTRC and British Rowing membership for 12 weeks.

6 structured lessons
12 weeks membership
BR Row fee included
Access to supervised sessions
All equipment provided

Junior Membership Categories

For members aged 12 to 17 (Year 8+)

Full Junior

Ages 12-17 (Year 8+)

£195

per year

Full membership for junior rowers. Access to all junior sessions, coaching, and competition opportunities.

All junior sessions
Qualified coaching
Competition support
Equipment access
Development pathway

Junior Learner

Ages 12-17 | New to rowing

£110

per course

Includes BR Race membership

Learn to Row course for juniors new to the sport. Includes OTRC and British Rowing membership for 12 weeks.

6 structured lessons
12 weeks membership
BR Race fee included
Supervised sessions
All equipment provided

British Rowing Membership

Required alongside OTRC membership for insurance cover

Row

£47/year

For those who row without racing at British Rowing affiliated competitions. Ideal for recreational rowers.

Race

£78/year Adult | £42/year Junior & Adaptive

For those who want to race at regattas and head races affiliated to British Rowing.

Coach

£31/year

For qualified rowing coaches. Includes professional indemnity insurance in addition to standard cover.

Public Liability

Protection against third-party claims for injury or property damage

Personal Accident

Cover for accidents occurring during rowing activities

Equipment Damage

OTRC membership covers damage to club boats and equipment

Professional Indemnity

Additional cover for coaches (included with Coach membership)

Fee Summary Table

Quick reference for all membership categories and fees

OTRC Membership	OTRC Fee	BR Type	BR Fee	Total
Full Adult	£285/year	Race	£78/year	£363/year
Full Adult	£285/year	Row	£47/year	£332/year
Full Adult	£285/year	Coach	£31/year	£316/year
Adaptive Adult	£195/year	Race	£42/year	£237/year
Affiliate Adult	£25/month or £6/week	Existing BR	Varies	Varies
Adult Learner	£125/course	Row (included)	Included	£125 total
Full Junior	£195/year	Race	£42/year	£237/year
Junior Learner	£110/course	Race (included)	Included	£110 total

Important Notes

British Rowing membership is mandatory for insurance purposes - no BR membership means no rowing access
All members must update their details on the OTRC App and pay before 1st September for continuity
Affiliate members must state their rowing period and confirm full-time education status
Learner membership provides 12 weeks access including the six lessons; after which standard membership applies
Boat storage (subject to availability) is an additional £100/year add-on for those with private boats
Part-year and hardship payment plans are available through the Membership Secretary

Ready to Join OTRC?

Choose the membership category that's right for you and become part of Oundle's rowing community