Event Details

Saturday, November 14th at 9am

The Row-A-Thon covers 42,195 meters and is designed for teams of up to 10 members. Teams with fewer than 10 rowers are welcome to participate, though we encourage filling all 10 spots. Please be sure to provide your team name, member names (if available), and t-shirt sizes when registering.

SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes

2026 ROW-A-THON RECIPIENT

SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes

The 2026 Row-a-thon recipient is SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes, a San Diego-based sports program serving more than 1,400 athletes with developmental disabilities, from age 5 through adulthood.

SPORTS stands for Special Program Opportunities in Recreation, Teamwork, and Sports. Their mission is to create meaningful opportunities for people with and without disabilities to come together, participate in sports and recreation, and build lasting friendships within their community.

Throughout the year, SPORTS offers programs across all four seasons, overnight sports camps, and monthly events that bring people of all ages and abilities together.

Please join us in supporting this incredible organization and the athletes and families they serve.

Choose Your Contribution

Donation

Donation

$25.00
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Early Team Registration

Early Team Registration

$450.00
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Free Agent Registration

Free Agent Registration

$50.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect at the Row-A-Thon?

Teams of 10 will be rowing 42,195m (26.2 miles).
EVENT TIMELINE:
8:00 am
Check in - Find your team, warm up and get settled

8:50 am
Welcome

9:00 am
Rowing begins

11:30 am
Food & Refreshments Will Be Available

12:30pm
Rowing Ends – TIME CAP (3 hr 30 min)

12:30-1:00
Raffle begins

What are the rules for rowing?

Have fun! Remember, the Hope Horizon Foundation's motto is everyone can participate so come on down and don’t stress about the rules, you’re rowing for a good cause and a good workout.

How long will it take to row 42,195m?

However long it takes your team to finish. The Hope Horizon Foundation team will stay until the last team finishes. Most teams finish between 2.5–3 hours.

How many meters must each team member row?

We leave those details to you and your teammates. Some folks prefer to divide the row up equally, while others just row what they can then switch. Feel free to discuss your limitations and expectations amongst yourselves.