DC Strokes Rowing Club

DC Strokes Rowing Club (DCSRC) is committed to building an inclusive environment, fostering personal growth, and promoting a spirit of sportsmanship. DCSRC programs offer opportunities for all rowers, regardless of experience level. Today, DCSRC is one of only a handful of dedicated, independent LGBTQ+ rowing clubs in the world, along with the Chicago Rowing Union, the London Otters of England, the Zurich Penguins of Switzerland, and the Melbourne Argonauts in Australia. The team began in 1991 with eight gay runners looking for a cross-training activity, some old rented equipment, and a lot of enthusiasm. It took only two or three years for the team to grow into a cohesive organization that was competing regularly and ready to make the commitment to purchase racing shells and other equipment. Originally rowing on the Potomac River, DCSRC became a proud member of the Anacostia Community Boathouse in 2004 and now rows on the Anacostia River. DCSRC holds fast to the conviction that LGBTQ+ rowers can be formidable athletes and competitors. Our goal is for DCSRC to be a platform for competitive success and to increase the profile of LGBTQ+ rowers in the rowing community while promoting a spirit of camaraderie among our members. Our programs are open to all rowers, and we aspire foremost to create a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ rowers and their allies.

Athlete Age Location Country
Adam Kuntz 35 Ashburn, VA USA
Amanda Shields 33 USA
Amanda Kenner 30 USA
Anthony Travieso 31 DC USA
Brian Fisher 50 Washington, DC USA
Christina Dragon 38 Riverdale Park, MD USA
Colin Rettammel 39 USA
David Arrizon 37 San Francisco, CA USA
David S 42 Washington, DC USA
Emma Steiner 37 DC USA
Erica Bickford 40 USA
Francis Slakey 61 Washington, DC USA
Glen Hisani 30 USA
Jaime Cheshire 47 USA
James Swart 31 USA
Jeremy Aron-Dine 36 DC USA
Joel Acosta 36 USA
John Fabros 36 USA
Katie Williamson 24 USA
Kyle Spears 30 USA
Paul Heaton 63 USA
Peter Viverito 29 USA
Rachel Horta 44 USA
Ricky Mempin 33 USA
Rodney Rudd 49 Washington, DC USA
Rondell Milton 53 USA
Sarah Dahnke 31 USA
Will Cyphers 37 USA