Registration is now open for our spring and summer rowing and kayaking programs!

Our multisession kayaking packages provide incredible value. Per-session costs range from $3.50 to $10 for ACA (American Canoe Association) members and $20 or $25 for non-ACA members!

Come join us on the Hudson River this summer!

Newburgh Waterways Center (NWC), a 501(c)(3) organization, is reimagining waterfront programming for Newburgh area residents. We occupy the Ward Brothers Boathouse located in Ward Brothers Memorial Rowing Park at 2 River Street on the Newburgh waterfront.

With a new board of directors and a new director of operations (as of 2023), NWC is reimagining and upgrading the boathouse, grounds, and program offerings. The center currently hosts rowing and kayaking programs for adults and children, as well as the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (Newburgh Flotilla 10-6) and Orange County Rowing Association, creating a single destination for community access to the Hudson River.

Our programs offer opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to get out on the river and enjoy the natural beauty that the Hudson Valley has to offer! Our programs are staffed by dedicated, experienced coaches, ensuring that everyone has a fun and safe experience.

We’re committed to ensuring that cost is not a barrier to water access, so we dedicate a percentage of our program revenue to a scholarship fund. Reach out to us at newburghwaterwayscenter@gmail.com if you’re interested in receiving funding.

To learn more, fill out our programming questionnaire form, or email us at newburghwaterwayscenter@gmail.com.


Our Programs

Youth Programs

Youth rowers in an 8+ getting ready to launch onto the Hudson River from the dock at Newburgh Waterways Center

We offer a juniors/youth rowing program for middle school and high school athletes.

Programs for Adults

Rowing shells on the Hudson River off the shore in Newburgh, New York

We offer several rowing programs (both sculling and sweep rowing) for both novice and experienced adult rowers.

Kayaking

Kayaks ready for launch onto the Hudson River from the shore at Newburgh Waterways Center

We welcome both novice and experienced kayakers! Our multisession kayaking packages provide incredible value, with per-session costs ranging from $3.50 to $10 for ACA (American Canoe Association) members and $20 or $25 for non-ACA members!


Scenes from the Boathouse

Newburgh Waterways Center is an ACA Paddle America Club.


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