Membership

Membership 1 July 2026 - 30 June 2027

Additional Details:

* Fees are for the period 1^st July 2026 – 30 June 2027 aligned with Rowing NSW membership. Pro-rata fees or part-year memberships are not available.

* If an individual holds an existing RNSW membership for the season, they need to provide their Rowing NSW membership number to have this deducted from their membership cost; otherwise, the full fee will be applicable. This membership can be purchased directly via the website by selecting New Member.

* The University of Newcastle NuSport strictly precludes individuals who are under the age of 18 years from becoming members of the club. Refer to NUsport's Clubs Administration Resource Book (CARB).

* The club welcomes visitors to row at the Club who are members of an affiliated club with a membership linked within the Rowing Australia network. All visitors are required to complete a Visitor Form that can be found on our website and pay a $20 fee (at the discretion of club). Visitors who wish to row from our facilities more than four times a year are requested to join the club.

Boat Storage
Boat storage is subject to the application process and committee approval. Boat storage will only be approved for members who have paid their membership dues by the due date.
Fee is an annual payment only – no pro-rata.

Membership Definitions:

• University of Newcastle Students: current enrolled University of Newcastle students (all campuses) as at 1st July
• Associate (Graduate / Staff):  individuals who are employed with the University of Newcastle as staff or graduates from the University of Newcastle or any Australian University
• External: members of the community who do not hold a degree from an Australian University
  

Membership Benefits:

Recreational (Social) Members:

• Use of club equipment
• Invitation to club social events

Competitive Members:

Social Member Benefits Plus:

• Access to elite boats and equipment
• Inclusion of towing fees for away regattas.

Prospective Members

Prospective members may be required to undertake an on-water assessment to evaluate safety and competency. NUBC expects a high level of independence and sufficiency from all members. Applicants who do not satisfy the competency requirements are invited to apply for the NUBC Learn to Row Program.

Please understand that completion of this form does not guarantee acceptance of membership. Membership will not become active until the appropriate fees have been paid and the Exec have accepted your application.

Disclaimer

By completing and submitting an application for membership with Newcastle University Boat Club, the applicant agrees:

• To abide by the University's Code of Conduct.
• That in applying for membership with Newcastle University Boat Club, they recognise that there are risks associated with the aquatic environment and the sport of rowing (as per risk warning available from Rowing NSW)
• That they are of good health and able to participate in activities in the aquatic environment. This includes being able to swim at least 100 metres in full rowing gear.
• Acknowledges that the Club has an age requirement of 18 years and older.
• To abide by the rules and guidelines of Newcastle University Boat Club and Rowing NSW, and are aware of no reason for which they would not be entitled to join the Newcastle University Boat Club.

Newcastle University Boat Club requires all members to hold a Rowing NSW membership that is included in your membership fees above. This will ensure you are covered by insurance whilst you are training and racing. See extract from RNSW website below or visit their website for more information.

Insurance Coverage

Your membership fees ensure that you are covered by insurance whilst both training and racing and even attending or volunteering at Rowing NSW-sanctioned events. The Rowing NSW insurance program has been specifically designed to cater to our rowing community to protect you when something does not quite go to plan. Insurance coverage is only valid after your membership has been renewed.