Bainbridge Island Rowing is a 501(c)(3) organization working to build a multi-generational Kitsap County rowing community from our base at the Stan Pocock Rowing Center on Eagle Harbor.
Since BIR’s humble beginnings in 2001 with a single Lady Crew of high school girls, we have helped change hundreds of lives through the positive physical, psychological, social and sporting impact of rowing. Today BIR’s membership ranges in age from 13 to 91, and includes 200+ individuals across all levels of rowing proficiency. In short, we are a diverse bunch united by our love of rowing and our rowing community.
BIR is proud to have the first permanent rowing center serving the West Sound region: the Stan Pocock Legacy Rowing Center. Our centrally located boathouse in Waterfront Park has been made possible thanks in no small part to our community partnerships with the City of Bainbridge Island and the Bainbridge Island Metro Parks & Recreation District.
As a USRowing-affiliated organization, BIR actively participates in the USRowing SafeSport initiative, aimed at eliminating any forms of sexual misconduct, emotional misconduct, physical misconduct, bullying, harassment and hazing in our sport. Learn more about BIR’s commitment to rower safety.
We’re in this Together
Vision
Bainbridge Island Rowing (BIR) changes lives through the sport of rowing.
Mission
Bainbridge Island Rowing builds community through rowing and serves the West Sound region. BIR supports recreational, fitness and competitive rowing goals for members by providing outstanding coaching, equipment, and facilities in a welcoming, collaborative, and respectful environment.
Values
Community — BIR is fully committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes and attracts community members and employees with diverse backgrounds, heritage, and experiences. We share our skills, experience, and expertise so that all can realize their potential. All are welcome.
Fitness — Rowing is a lifetime sport that is accessible to everyone. It develops strength, flexibility, and fitness for junior and adult rowers.
Commitment — We challenge ourselves, set goals, and strive to achieve them. Together we work towards harmony, balance, and rhythm in our boats and in our organization.
Excellence — We strive for excellence in programs, performance, coaching, safety, and administration. We respect and honor our members, volunteers, coaches, and staff.
Environment — We provide a meaningful connection to the natural environment in people’s daily lives and are inspired to steward these resources in a way that honors the example set by the Suquamish People.