About the Heart The Heart of Texas is held annually in early March, making it one of the first sprint regattas of the Spring. Austin Rowing Club has been host to the Heart of Texas Regatta since 1983 when the race was primarily for visiting college crews. The event has grown to include Masters, Open and Junior events and a seven lane, fully buoyed 1000 meter course and state-of-the-art starting platform. Almost 700 boats competed at the 2009 Regatta for a total of over 1,000 competitors.
Special thanks to our 2010 competitors and sponsors.
See you March 5-6, 2011
Location & Directions The Heart of Texas is located at Festival Beach Park. For a Google Map CLICK HERE For a Venue Map CLICK HERE- RACING RUNS FROM EAST TO WEST
Points Trophy The Heart of Texas Points trophy winner is calculated according to section 5.307 of the Rules of Rowing. Each boat that wins a final earns points for its club. Points differ according to boat class. Points awarded to the club of other boats in the final depend on placement, and the number of total boats in the final. Composite Crews are NOT eligible for points.
Lodging Austin Rowing Club recommends that competitors and fans stay at the Holiday Inn Lady Bird Lake. This Holiday Inn is a short walk to the race course. Please contact Bridgette Ards at 1-512-634-1274 for team sales.
