Guided Kayak Tours
Formerly Congress Avenue Kayaks, the Austin Rowing Club now offers paddle board (SUP) and kayak rentals as well as a variety of incredible tours!
Join our guides for the ultimate way to experience Austin! We are located right next to Congress Avenue Bridge, home to the Mexican-Free Tailed Bats. Our Sunset Bat Tour offers stunning views of Downtown Austin, fun facts about the local colony, and the chance to see the 1.5 million Mexican Free Tailed bats emerge from the bridge. A must do anytime in Austin!
Become a Member
Austin Rowing Club offers several programs for adult rowers at a variety of skill levels. From beginner up to racing at Masters National Championships.
Junior Competitive Program
Austin Rowing Club’s Junior Team is the longest running youth rowing program in Austin and one of the fastest teams in Texas. We offer two Junior Rowing programs: Competitive and Recreational.
Visiting Crews
Austin Rowing Club has hosted junior, collegiate, and masters visiting crews for over twenty years. If your team is looking for a high quality rowing venue with year-round water access, look no further than Austin Rowing Club.
Rowing Gift Cards
Want to give the gift of rowing? Rowing gift cards are available for purchase online and can be used for private lessons, membership fees, future courses, Austin Rowing Club retail and more!
*Be sure to purchase rowing gift cards from mindbody link
Paddle Gift Cards
Want to make a splash? Give the gift of kayak or standup paddle board rentals with a gift card! These gift cards are now available for purchase online and can be used for hourly or punchcard rentals.
*Be sure to purchase rental gift cards from this SquareUp link
Paddle with the Austin Rowing Club
We had the best experience with our rentals. It was quick, easy and Aubrey was awesome. She gave us great food recommendations after our kayak rental and was extremely personable. Thanks so much for an awesome day Austin!
Find Us
Parking Options:
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- There is no parking at the Austin Rowing Club
- Mexican American Cultural Center (600 River St)
- Convention Center Parking Garage (201 East 2nd St – with entrances on Brazos St and San Jacinto)
- Metered parking along downtown streets
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Diversity and Inclusion Policy
Austin Rowing Club provides services and offers membership to everyone. ARC does not discriminate against any person regarding application for membership, election to office with the Club or any activity under the control and/or sponsorship of the Club, on account of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or military status.