As ambassadors for San Diego and Southern California to wherever members travel, SDRC has been known as the home of rowing greats, including the 1928 and 1932 Olympic team finalists (which included current member Del Beekley), Jim Storm, a former US Olympian, US National Team member and World Championship medalist and the legendary Kearney Johnston, who claims one of the nation's longest continuous rowing careers. The current club, consisting of approximately 250 members, includes nationally acclaimed athletes, and continues to compete and win at national and international regattas.

Whether competitive or recreational, club members are all devoted to enjoying San Diego's fabulous water and climate, and well known for their warm welcome to rowers from other rowing clubs.

The San Diego Rowing Club welcomes new members of any level of experience. Programs and instruction are available for beginners of any age through competitive masters. Row with a crew, or scull alone. Our members range in age from 14 to 92. Rowing is great exercise, providing a full-body, low-impact workout. Enjoy the water on Mission Bay Park year-round and stay in shape at the same time.

The club offers rowing equipment for members' use, or a place to store your own shell and oars. Sponsored annual events include the San Diego Fall Classic, a fall head race of 3.5 miles, and the San Diego Indoor Rowing Classic, a qualifying event for the CRASH-B's World Indoor Rowing Championships. The SDRC Boathouse has men's and women's locker rooms and workout space for weight and ergometer training.