Fortify the body. Focus the mind. Feed the soul.

Rock n’ Row is the premier saltwater/ocean rowing club on Boston's North Shore. We’re located in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
Our non-restrictive membership offers unlimited access to qualified rowers.

About Us

RocknRow is an open water (i.e. saltwater/ocean) rowing club on Boston's North Shore located in beautiful Marblehead, MA. We are a fun loving, community-oriented club offering unlimited rowing access to qualified rowers. Our non-restrictive membership consists of a diverse group ranging in age from people in their 20s to retirees, and experience levels from newbies to former collegiate rowers to medal-winning open water scullers.

An ideal setting

Our boats are housed at a convenient location on Little Harbor. It’s a beautiful setting that combines the shelter of Brown’s Island for novice rowers and direct access to open water for the more adventurous. Favorite rowing destinations include Tinker's Island, the Misery Islands, the Beverly shore, and Salem Harbor. Our rowers have sighted minke whales, loons, seals and dolphins!

History

RocknRow is the collaborative brainchild of founders Jack Tatelman and Paul Mazonson. Both new to ocean rowing in 2006, they made a pact with one another to develop the distance and skill set to enter and complete the Blackburn Challenge. The Challenge was canceled that year due to hazardous weather conditions; not to be deterred in their goal, the two created their own Challenge, rowing the course together the following week, all 21 miles.

Their enthusiasm rapidly converted a few others to the sport, all non-rowers. A demo day at Riverhead beach attracted the attention of adventurers and experienced rowers alike, creating a critical mass of like-minded individuals. Since its inception, the club has consistently attracted the interest of potential members. The magic of being on the waters in and around Marblehead continues to be a draw. Local adventures sparked enthusiasm for more distant waters, and continues to do so.