Columbia Rowing Club is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose purpose, as defined in its constitution, is: “to educate the public on the benefits of the sport of rowing as a healthful means of recreation physical fitness and at all levels by providing instruction, competition and access to
equipment and facilities in the Columbia, South Carolina area.”
The “Head of the Broad” Regatta is Columbia Rowing Club’s Signature event and supports the CRC Youth Rowing program. Youth Rowing instills leadership, responsibility, teamwork and confidence in our young people. Rowing has quantifiable benefits to Youth because it is a lowimpact, total-body workout that increases strength and flexibility. The mental and physical rigors of rowing develop fitness, focus and balance (mental, social and physical) in its participants.
Youth Rowing is open to all youth in the region from about age 13 - 18 (encompassing grades 8-12). All youth must pass a swim test and maintain at least a “C” average in academic subjects at school. The annual Youth Rowing program is divided into two seasons, the Spring Season (mid-February through May) and the Fall Season (mid-August through midNovember). Participants in Youth Rowing practice 3-4 times per week under the supervision of an experienced, USRowing certified coach, as outlined in the Club’s Membership Guidelines and the Programs Governance and Coaching Guidelines documents (attached). Currently, the coaches serve as volunteers without compensation. “No youth is denied the opportunity to row due to financial hardship.”
Sponsor Benefits
Title Sponsor $15,000.00 Naming Rights to the Regatta Logo and mentions on all advertising and promotional materials Media appearances with CRC promoting event Naming Rights on a new Quadruple Racing Shell Decals placement on boats and vehicles Logo Placement on billboard Logo Badge on Uniform Named Scholarship for deserving student Platinum Sponsor $10,000.00 Naming Rights on a new Double Racing Shell Logo and mentions on promotional materials Logo badge on uniform Sponsorship of specific race Mentions during race day
Gold Sponsor $5,000.00 Naming Rights on a new Single Racing Shell Logo and mentions on promotional materials Logo badge on uniform Sponsorship of specific race Mentions during race day Friend Sponsor $2,500.00 Logo and mentions on promotional materials Sponsorship of specific race Mentions during race day Patron Sponsor $50.00 Name in race guide Opportunity to be a part of this wonderful event
All sponsorships will include a listing on RegattaCentral where all participants (the Regatta, Youth Rowing and general Columbia Rowing Club membership) go to register.
Row for Fun...Row for Life Youth Rowing is a program of Columbia Rowing Club to give young people the opportunity to learn and compete in the sport of rowing. No experience is necessary, just the willingness to take a chance on a new sport, to learn new techniques and to work toward physical fitness. Rowing is a highly competitive sport that can be enjoyed for one’s entire life.
Support the newest and hottest sport in the Midlands of South Carolina!
Contacts: Dr. George Park gbpark@att.net
www.columbiarowingclub.com
803-429-2597
David Boucher 803-361-4953 orioles662k@yahoo.com