Aon New Zealand University Rowing Championships
The most fiercely contested event on the University Rowing calendar is the Aon New Zealand University Rowing Championships held around Easter time each year, which is competitive on the water and a whole heap of fun off the water.
This regatta is open to all University rowers, but they must be studying (part or full-time) at the time of the regatta commencing and each student must be able to provide photo student identification at the regatta.
There are Novice, Tournament, Varsity and Championship grades and the regatta caters for in a range of boat types depending on the grade.
The racing format is a 2000m course except for the Championship Coxed Eights which are a 3200m event.
If your University is interested in getting involved, please contact Kate Adams for further information.
2024 Aon New Zealand University Rowing Championships:
The 2024 Aon New Zealand University Championships will be held 29-30 March 2024 at Lake Karāpiro.
Rowing NZ offers assistance to all Universities to support teams travelling to the regatta each year.
In 2024, Rowing NZ offer the following grants to Universities:
- Coach Scholarship
- University Support Person
- Boat Transport or Hire