Since 1973, the San Diego Crew Classic has been a cause-driven regatta. Thousands of athletes from various universities, clubs, and high schools across the country participate in the event. It is a competition for all genders and people of ages spanning 14 to 84 years. It is not only a competition but also a community event to gather, eat, and enjoy the rowing experience.
Highlights
- Participation registration has closed, but those who are interested in witnessing the event can book their tickets as soon as possible.
- There are different categories in the event that are scheduled for competition in the span of three days.
- Participation registration has closed, but those who are interested in witnessing the event can book their tickets as soon as possible.
San Diego’s Regatta Season is Here
As the San Diego Crew Classic marks the beginning of spring rowing season, rowers of all ages and skill levels will gather to create a pulsating atmosphere. It is a hallmark event of the vibrant sports culture of San Diego. Thrilling races against the beautiful backdrop of Mission Bay will fill the weekend with fun.
The event is not only about rowing and racing. It is also about physical fitness and social gatherings. Local food trucks, shopping, and a beer garden with local craft breweries will add to everyone’s excitement about the event.
Categories of Events at San Diego Crew Classic
The San Diego Crew Classic is an all-inclusive event. People of different skill levels and ages can participate in different event categories as per their eligibility criteria. Here is a brief information about the categories of events at Crew Classic.
- Collegiate Events – This is for both collegiate men and women. There are further sub-divisions as well.
- Youth Events – Youth of different age categories can check their eligibility for the event and participate in only one of them.
- Masters Events – There will be four subcategories: masters men, women, mixed, and open/alumni events.
- Para Events – There will be four types of para events with mixed and individual categories.
Day of Event Details
The events of Crew Classic will begin early in the morning. Parking and shuttle details are available officially for crew and visitors. Food and drinks will be available for purchase on all three days of the event. People can take videos and photographs for their personal use. The use of drones is not permitted on the event grounds.
- Location: 3699 Crown Point Dr. San Diego, California 92109
- Date & Time: March 28-30, 2025, from 6 am to 7 pm
- Tickets:
- Single-Day General Admission – $25
- Two-Day Weekend General Admission – $40
- Saturday VIP – $115
- Weekend VIP – $159
Brunch by the Bay throughout the regatta weekend is RSVP. Children under 12, students, and those on active duty military duty with valid IDs can enter for free. Check here for more details.
Rules of Racing
To ensure a smooth and fair opportunity for all, the participants of the rowing event are expected to follow some rules. They need to adhere to the USRowing Rules, as amended by the San Diego Crew Classic. All boats have to pass the inspection process with a visible Crew Classic zip tie.
Coxswains are allowed to compete in multiple events, but they should not be overlapping. Except for Youth A/B 4X, U17 4X, and Masters 4X, all other event boats mandatorily need to have a coxswain.
For jury hearings, in any event, the testimony of only Regatta-approved devices will be considered true and not from any other electronic media-based device.
The San Diego Crew Classic will fill the air at Mission Bay with energy and enthusiasm. The three-day rowing championship is equally exciting for participants and spectators. Be sure not to miss the battle of the finest rowing teams by securing tickets early!
