Rowing in Sacramento

By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026

Sacramento benefits from the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers, creating excellent conditions for on-water rowing in California's capital. The city's fitness community is growing rapidly, with CrossFit boxes and functional training gyms providing ample Concept2 erg access for indoor rowing enthusiasts.

Rowing Clubs & Programs

Sacramento State Aquatic Center

Located on Lake Natoma, the Aquatic Center offers community rowing programmes, learn-to-row courses, and competitive rowing for adults and juniors in the Sacramento area.

River City Rowing Club

A masters and adult rowing club based on the Sacramento River, providing coached sessions and competitive racing opportunities throughout the year.

Gyms with Concept2 Ergs

  • +CrossFit Sacramento in Midtown -- a popular affiliate with Concept2 RowErgs, SkiErgs, and dedicated rowing programming.
  • +California Family Fitness -- multiple Sacramento-area locations with Concept2 ergs on the cardio floor.

HYROX & Functional Fitness

Sacramento athletes prepare for HYROX events held in nearby San Francisco and Los Angeles. CrossFit Sacramento, F45 locations, and boutique functional fitness studios across the metro area offer HYROX-specific prep classes featuring erg rowing as a core training element.

Track Your Ergs in Sacramento

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

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