The San Diego Crew Classic will add a new event: Beach Sprints.
For the first time, attendees will have the opportunity try out the “wilder cousin of rowing” on Friday, March 27th. The Crew Classic will host a Beach Sprints demonstration, beginning with a workshop where attendees can learn about the newest Olympic sport debuting at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
“We believe that Beach Sprints are a great way to marry the sport of rowing with the SoCal vibe of more traditional beach sports like surfing,” says Crew Classic Executive Director Bobbie Smith. “It definitely suits the California side of rowing.”
Participants will also be given the opportunity to try out Beach Sprints and get hands-on experience. In addition to the workshop, a special Beach Sprints exhibition race will showcase top Beach Sprints athletes competing in the sport.
“San Diego is the perfect home for Beach Sprints. The ocean, the culture, the energy, it all fits,” said Marc Oria, PhD, US Beach Sprint Head Coach. “The Crew Classic joining our growing movement is a landmark moment, and with LA2028 on the horizon, the momentum behind this sport has never been stronger. Whether you’ve been following Beach Sprints from the start or you’re stepping onto the sand for the first time on March 27th, welcome. The best is still ahead of us.”
The 2027 San Diego Crew Classic will feature Beach Sprints races as a part of the official program as the regatta expands to include new aspects of the sport of rowing.
To sign up for the Beach Sprints Demo, visit crewclassic.org/beachsprints
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