Rowing in Brisbane

By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026

Brisbane's rowing community is anchored by the Brisbane River, where clubs have been operating for over a century. The city will host the 2032 Olympics, and rowing is set to benefit from major investment in infrastructure and participation. Brisbane's subtropical climate allows year-round on-water rowing, while the city's growing gym and CrossFit scene ensures Concept2 ergs are widely available for indoor training. The approach of the Olympics is driving a surge of interest in rowing across Queensland.

Rowing Clubs & Programs

Brisbane and GPS Rowing Club

A prominent Queensland rowing club based at West End on the Brisbane River, offering competitive and masters rowing with a strong tradition of developing elite athletes.

Commercial Rowing Club Brisbane

Based on the Brisbane River at Newstead, Commercial RC offers competitive, social, and learn-to-row programmes and is one of the city's most welcoming clubs.

University of Queensland Boat Club

UQBC rows on the Brisbane River and competes at university and open regattas. Open to UQ students of all experience levels with a strong novice intake programme.

Gyms with Concept2 Ergs

  • +CrossFit Fortitude Valley -- a popular box in Brisbane's inner north with Concept2 RowErgs and functional fitness programming.
  • +Fitness First Brisbane City -- a large gym in the CBD with Concept2 ergs available for indoor rowing training.

HYROX & Functional Fitness

Brisbane's functional fitness community is growing rapidly ahead of the 2032 Olympics, with HYROX events at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. CrossFit affiliates, F45 studios, and BFT locations across the city offer HYROX preparation classes. The subtropical climate means athletes can train outdoor components year-round while using air-conditioned gyms for erg sessions during the hot summer months.

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