Rowing in Nashville

By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026

Nashville's rowing scene is centred on the Cumberland River and Percy Priest Lake, where clubs train year-round in Tennessee's mild climate. The city's booming fitness industry means Concept2 ergs are well-represented across CrossFit boxes, boutique gyms, and university facilities throughout the metro area.

Rowing Clubs & Programs

Nashville Rowing Club

Based on Percy Priest Lake, NRC offers competitive and recreational rowing for adults and juniors, with a strong masters programme and learn-to-row courses.

Vanderbilt Rowing Club

The Vanderbilt University club team trains on Percy Priest Lake and competes regionally, welcoming students of all experience levels including complete beginners.

Gyms with Concept2 Ergs

  • +CrossFit Nashville in the Gulch -- a well-equipped affiliate with Concept2 rowers and regular indoor rowing programming.
  • +YMCA of Middle Tennessee Downtown -- features Concept2 RowErgs in the cardio area and offers group fitness classes incorporating rowing.

HYROX & Functional Fitness

Nashville has emerged as a HYROX destination in the Southeast, with events drawing athletes from across Tennessee and neighbouring states. CrossFit Nashville, multiple F45 locations, and functional fitness studios in East Nashville and the Gulch offer HYROX-prep programming featuring the 1,000m row station.

Track Your Ergs in Nashville

Whether you row at a club, a CrossFit box, or your home gym in Nashville, Watta tracks every session. Snap your PM5 screen, get your Effort Score, and see how you compare on the leaderboard.

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