WRMR Bulletin Final

Contents
01 Welcome
02 Organising Committee & Contacts
03 About South Africa
04 About Tshwane
05 Visa Information
06 Access
07 Accommodation
08 Event Programme
09 Racing Schedule
10 Regatta Information
11 Venue Maps
12 Regatta Facilities & Services
3 WORLD ROWING MASTERS REGATTA
Organising Commitee
Chairman Keith McIvor
Event Director Colleen Orsmond
Financial Director Carolyn Thompson
Marketing & Regatta Operations Anne Kilian
Venue Facilities Selwyn Jackson
Venue Services James Thompson & Niamh Faherty
world rowing Contacts

masters commission OC [email protected]
Accommodation [email protected]
Chair Ron Chen (USA)
ITOs & NTOs [email protected]
Gary Bain (GBR)
Ambassadors [email protected]
Inga Daukantiene (LTU)
www.wrmr2023.africa
Sebastian Franke (GER)
Santiago Fuentes (MEX)
Ana Nikolic (SRB)
Herman van Velze (RSA)
Event Manager Prateek Gumbar (IND)
rowing south africa

President Sean Kerr
The organizing committee of the WRMR2023 thanks its government partners

for their extensive support and cooperation in preparing for the event!
Gauteng Tourism Authority
Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development
Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
Gauteng Department of Economic Development (Dinokeng Project)
Welcome!
Dear Rowing Friends & Community
In September this year, the city region of Gauteng will mark Accordingly, in Gauteng we are looking forward to using
another milestone with the hosting of the 2023 World Rowing this platform to increase visitation to our city region, unlock
Masters Regatta event at our global diplomatic and outdoor economic development opportunities especially for our
adventure capital, city of Tshwane. As many of you prepare to adjacent townships and informal settlement areas through
touchdown on the African soil for the first time, we extend our the heightened implementation of the Gauteng Township
warm and proudly South African ubuntu welcome. Economic Development Act, an offshoot of the Growing
Gauteng Together Vision 2030.
In a true joined-up approach of cooperative governance, we
have been working hard with the local organising committee to Over 15 million residents of Gauteng, united in our diversity,
deliver a world-class regatta that is profoundly African in nature, are ready to welcome you, play together, do business together,
and that leaves a lasting legacy for the sport of rowing, and for win together and building a lasting bond of solidarity, peace,
the hosting communities around our beautiful regatta venue, and harmony through sport.
Roodeplaat Dam and our golden city region of Gauteng.
As you make your plans to travel to our beautiful country,
As the gateway to Africa, Gauteng is South Africa’s smallest I urge you to extend your trip or stay another day and immerse
province, and the continent’s economic powerhouse. While yourselves within this golden province of opportunities and
our citizens work hard, they also like to play hard, and to this country of exceptionalism.
end sport entertainment and cultural interfaces are central to
Gauteng’s lifestyle and DNA.
We are the Home of Champions, the epicentre of sports

excellence and social cohesion front troopers. We take pride in
our state-of-the-art sporting facilities as well as our wonderful
attractions, like nature reserves a stone’s throw away from our
major cities.
Our prestigious Roodeplaat dam, the home to the World Rowing

Masters Regatta 2023 and South African rowing, combines all
the above features in one. We have excellent rowing facilities
within a region that boasts a majestic Big 5 game reserve, the
globally acclaimed Cullinan mine, home to the largest diamond
ever discovered in the world, and in just 15 minutes’ drive, you
are at the seat of our nation’s capital, the Union Buildings in the
City of Tshwane.
Ke Nako!
It’s time for nations and people of the world to gather, play,
unite and share in our common human ancestry through sport.
Africa is calling...
Tasneem Motara
Gauteng MEC for Economic Development
Dear Rowing Friends
We have been planning this event for nearly five years and look
forward to welcoming you all to beautiful South Africa. We are
privileged to be hosting the first ever World Rowing event on
African soil in South Africa.
There are many reasons for us wanting to host this event, but most
importantly hosting this event will leave a long-lasting legacy for
rowing in South Africa and indeed the continent. We have made
some fantastic investments in our infrastructure to host you all.
These will continue to be enjoyed by our rowers long after the
event.
We hope that you will consider spending more time in South Africa
than only just over the Regatta week. From bush to sea, mountains
to winelands - South Africa has a diverse offering. I understand if
you cannot spend more time this time around and perhaps this trip
to the WRMR will bring you back to South Africa in the future – you
will always be welcome.
This year’s event could not be organized by a more competent You’ll be visiting a country
organising committee, and I have no doubt that they will deliver a
world class event with true African spirit. And I have no doubt that and not just a city. We look
forward to welcoming you all,
the competition on the water will be as competitive as any.
Sean Kerr our friends from the global

President, South African Rowing Federation
rowing world, in September.
About South Africa

South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the southernmost country in
Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres of coastline that stretch along the
South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia,
Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini
(Swaziland). It also completely enclaves the country Lesotho. It is the second-most
populous country located entirely south of the equator, after Tanzania.
Facts about South Africa

Area: 1,221,037 km2
Population: 60 604 992
Ethnicity: Multiethnic society encompassing a

wide variety of cultures, languages and religions.
Currency: South Africa Rand (1 EUR = 19.42 ZAR,
Climate types of South Africa approximate rate at the time of publication).
Capital: South Africa is the only country in the

world with three capital cities:
Pretoria (Executive capital)
Cape Town (Legislative capital)
Bloemfontein (Judicial capital)
Voltage: 230 Volts
Languages: 11 official languages - the two most

spoken first languages are Zulu (22.7%) and
Xhosa (16.0%).
The next most widely spoken languages are

Afrikaans (13.5%) and English (9.6%).
English is spoken throughout South Africa and is

the common business language.
Flag: The South African flag is the only national

flag with six colours (in its primary design and
without a seal and brocade).
Time Zone: UTC +2
Height above sea level (Tshwane): 1,300m

(Roodeplaat Dam is 1,216m above sea level).
South African Highlights

AMAZING WILDLIFE
South Africa is famous for being one of the best safari
destinations in the world with a treasure trove of national
parks and private game reserves. Discover the Big Five
(buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, and rhino) in the Kruger
National Park in Mpumalanga, a must do for any visitor to
South Africa. There are game lodges to suit any budget or
style, from the most basic tented camp to five-star luxury.
Visit Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape,

where elephants rule the bush. And you don’t need to
travel far to see the Big Five as the Dinokeng Big 5 Game
Reserve is right on the doorstep of WRMR2023. Not too
much further afield, the Pilansberg National Park will
amaze you with its incredible diversity of fauna and flora.
South Africa is also home to several endangered animals,

such as the African Wild Dog and the Pangolin. We have
an abundant variety of marine life, and whale watching is
always spectacular, as is cage diving with great whites.
STUNNING LANDSCAPES
From the winelands and Cape mountains to the African
bushveld and the arid Karoo, past the green hills of Natal
and mountains of the Drakensburg - there are breathtaking
elements everywhere.
The jewel of Cape Town, Table Mountain, was crowned one

of the new 7 Wonders of the World in 2011 and when you see
her you will understand why. A stunning backdrop to “The
Mother City”, her beauty is on show everywhere you turn.
While the country’s wild side is the first thing that comes to
mind when people think of South Africa, the beaches should
not be overlooked.
All the way along South Africa’s Garden Route and KwaZulu-
Natal’s Indian Ocean coastline, you’ll find long stretches of
pristine soft sand lapped by waves that become warmer and
warmer the further north you go.
There are even tropical coral reefs and excellent diving and
snorkeling spots to discover.
DIVERSE CULTURAL HERITAGE

South Africa is nicknamed the Rainbow Nation because there are
11 official languages spoken here. Visitors often comment on the fact
that South Africans smile a lot... yes, we are a friendly bunch!
We are a melting pot of many fascinating cultures forming one nation,

so you’ll hear several distinct accents in our English, notice many
different faces, and taste a rich fusion of flavours in our cuisine.
The story of South Africa is shared in museums across the country

and expressed through food, music, and cultural traditions.
“Township” tours are a great way to delve into the heart of local
culture. The Soweto tour in Johannesburg is highly recommended.
Experience everything from township communities to jazz bars and
urban markets. Uphold the memory of Nelson Mandela and visit
Robben Island where he was imprisoned.
How far back do you want to go when visiting South Africa? We have
the Cradle of Humankind right on the doorstep of WRMR2023, where
the 2.3-million-year-old fossil nicknamed Mrs. Ples was found - along
with numerous other (and some of the oldest) hominin fossils.
SUPERB FOOD & WINE

Cape Town is South Africa’s oldest ‘foodie’
destination, but Johannesburg is catching
up fast! Both are hubs for craft beer, great
coffee, exciting markets, and inspiring
restaurants that meld local flavours with
international trends.
South African cuisine is a unique fusion of

many different external cultural influences
including Dutch, French, Indian and
Malaysian flavours.
The best thing is with the weak Rand, food

and service is incredibly cheap for foreign
travellers so you will feast like kings!
Our culture of wine is renowned and

there are several wine routes scattered
throughout the country, plus wine
festivals, wine estates and wine tasting to
tempt the connoisseur. Time in the Cape
Winelands is a must! This is the country’s
undisputed ‘gourmet capital’.
Explore the beautiful estates, sample

award-winning wines in cool cellars and
on vine-covered patios, and relish some
of the world’s finest cuisine in its
incredible restaurants.
RoodeplaatTshwane
Tshwane is the administrative capital of South Africa and consists of Pretoria and
surrounding areas. It lies only 50km from OR Tambo International Airport and is
connected to the airport by the Gautrain rapid rail link. Five major highways lead
into the City of Tshwane providing vital access from all over the region. Roodeplaat
Dam is situated 22km north-east of Tshwane and is the main rowing venue in
Gauteng, often referred to as the home of South African rowing.
Tshwane weather in September

Sunrise & sunset (September)
05h57 / 18h03
Average wind velocity
3.5-4 m/sec
Average temperature
28°C /13°C
Average rainfall
20mm (2 days)
Over the past 10 years for the second half of

September, the average maximum temperature
was 33.7°C and the average minimum temperature
was 7.4°C.
The average rainfall was 5.1mm over an average

of 2.5 days.
The wind rose to the right is for the month of

September (2014 to 2018) for the hours 06:00 to 20:00.
TSHWANE
JACARANDA CITY
Pretoria is known as Jacaranda City after the numerous trees
that colour the city purple each spring.
EMBASSIES
Pretoria has the second largest number of embassies in the world,
after Washington, D.C. in the United States.
BIG FIVE
Tshwane is renowned for its natural heritage and recently became the only
city in the world with a big-five game reserve within city boundaries: the
90 000-hectare Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve.
PUBLIC ART
Pretoria is home to an extensive portfolio of public art. It boasts a vibrant
art scene and a variety of works that range from sculptures to murals to
pieces by international and local artists.
LARGEST DIAMOND
The Cullinan Diamond (the largest diamond ever found) was discovered
near Cullinan at the Premier Mine on 26 January 1905.
FOSSILS
Mrs Ples, the nickname for what is considered one of the oldest intact
skulls of a distant ancestor of humankind, dating back over 2-million-years
ago, is housed at the Ditsong Museum of Natural History in Pretoria.
Visa Information
You will need a valid and acceptable passport or travel document for your stay in South Africa.
Requirements for visitor visas differ from country to country and are subject to change.
A number of countries do not require a visa for a short stay: Click here for a list of the exempt countries
However, we recommend that you enquire with your nearest South African mission or consulate to determine whether
you require a visa.
Note that the minimum time to process a South African visa is five working days, depending on how busy the mission is,
so please consider this when planning your application.
VISA INVITATION LETTERS

If you require an invitation letter from the Organising Committee for your visa application, click on the link below to submit
a request form, noting that ALL fields are required. Our team will prepare your invitation letter within 10 working days, so
be sure to submit your request well in advance.
If you require an invitation letter from the Organising Committee for your visa application, click on the link below to submit
a request form, noting that ALL fields are required. Our team will prepare your invitation letter within 10 working days, so
be sure to submit your request well in advance. Click here to request a visa invitation letter
The organising committee through its government partners will contact the South African consulates and missions issuing
visas to try to expedite your visa application process. Should you need this support, please send your visa invitation letter
along with your visa application reference number to [email protected]
CUSTOMS REQUIREMENTS
There are certain goods that you cannot bring into South Africa and others on which duties need to be paid.
Click here for the customs requirements for travellers entering South Africa
COVID-19
At the time of publication, the
South African government had
lifted all requirements to present a
PCR test or vaccine certificate on
arrival in South Africa.
These regulations may change at

short notice however, for example
due to a new COVID-19 variant.
We recommend that you keep an

eye on our website and check with
your travel company or airline for
any changes prior to departing for
South Africa.
Access
GETTING TO SOUTH AFRICA
The main airport serving both Johannesburg and Tshwane is OR Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Located to the east of Johannesburg, it offers quick and easy access to both metropolitan cities by car
or train (the “Gautrain”).
The Lanseria International Airport is located to the northwest of Johannesburg and while a smaller airport, it
offers domestic, regional and international flight connections. It is primarily used by commercial airlines as a link
between Johannesburg and Cape Town or Durban.
A welcome desk will be set up at OR Tambo where our volunteers will be able to direct you to the official shuttles
(if you have booked an airport transfer), to the car rental providers or to the Gautrain.
Please note that the organising committee will not provide any welcome or shuttle facilities at Lanseria Airport.
https://ortambo-airport.com
https://lanseria.co.za
BOOKING AN AIRPORT TRANSFER

The organising committee is offering an airport transfer service. You will be able to book your airport shuttles
to your hotel and back to the airport at the end of the regatta via our website This facility will be available soon -
please keep an eye on our website and social media platforms for updates.
GETTING TO ROODEPLAAT DAM

SHUTTLE SERVICE
A shuttles will run at regular intervals between the official regatta hotels (see page 14) and the regatta venue
from the early morning until the venue closes.
A booking system that details the daily charge as well as shuttle schedules will soon be available online at
www.wrmr2023.africa
We strongly recommend utilising this service for safe, stress-free and reliable transport to and from the venue.
BY CAR
From OR Tambo (approximately 50 minutes)
Take the R21 highway towards Pretoria and then N1 north towards Polokwane. Take exit 152 and head west on
Sefako Makgatho Drive (R513) for 1.1km then turn left onto Moloto Road (R573). Travel 9.4km on the Moloto
Road until you see the entrance to Roodeplaat Dam on your right.
From Johannesburg (approximately 50 minutes)

Take the N1 north towards Pretoria. Take exit 152 and head west on Sefako Makgatho Drive (R513) for
1.1km then turn left onto Moloto Road (R573). Travel 9.4km on the Moloto Road until you see the entrance to
Roodeplaat Dam on your right.
From Hatfield (approximately 25 minutes)

Take the N4 north towards Polokwane / Rustenburg, then connect to the N1 north in the direction of Polokwane.
Take exit 152 and head west on Sefako Makgatho Drive (R513) for 1.1km then turn left onto Moloto Road (R573).
Travel 9.4km on the Moloto Road until you see the entrance to Roodeplaat Dam on your right.
TAXIS & E-HAILING APPS

Taxis and e-hailing services are well established and widely used throughout South Africa, with several options to
choose from, however the most common are Uber and Bolt.
These services are generally safe but for safety tips see:
https://www.arrivealive.mobi/e-hailing-taxi-services-and-road-safety
Please note that Roodeplaat Dam is relatively remote and Uber and BOLT drivers may not always be readily available.
https://www.uber.com/za/en/
https://bolt.eu/en-za/
CAR RENTAL
Many international car rental companies operate in South Africa. The OR Tambo International Airport website offers
information on the car rental companies operating from the airport: https://ortambo-airport.com/car-rental.html
BY RAIL
The Gautrain is a higher-speed express commuter rail system that links Johannesburg, Tshwane and OR Tambo
International Airport. To reach Hatfield, Pretoria (the closest Gautrain station to Roodeplaat Dam) from OR Tambo
International Airport, you will need to travel to Sandton or Marlboro Station and connect there for the train to
Hatfield. It is a 20 to 25-minute drive from Hatfield Station to Roodeplaat Dam. The organising committee will not be
providing a shuttle service from Hatfield Station.
https://www.gautrain.co.za/
BY BIKE
We do not recommend that you travel by bike from your hotel to the regatta venue or any other locations.
Accommodation
A range of accommodation options can be found close to
Roodeplaat Dam. From 5-star luxury hotels and lodges to
backpacker accommodation and camping, you can find
something to suit your budget.
The organizing committee has vetted and secured excellent

rates at a number of hotels and lodges in the vicinity of the
regatta venue. You can also stay in our glamping village on the
water’s edge at the regatta venue.
Browse the options and book directly at

www.wrmr2023.africa/Online-Bookings
Participants staying at the official hotels have access to the

shuttle service running between the hotel and the venue,
for a safe, secure and hassle-free regatta experience.
Programme of Events
1 - 3 SEPTEMBER Normal access to Roodeplaat rowing venue
4 - 10 SEPTEMBER Restricted access (rowing only, no training camps)
11 - 17 SEPTEMBER Venue lockdown (no rowing, no access)

(17 September - Tented Camp open for check-in).
MON 18 - WED 20 SEPTEMBER 08h00 Venue Open
08h30 - 17h30 Official training day - course opening

and closing times
THURSDAY, 21 SEPTEMBER 07h00 Venue Open
07h30 Course Open
08h30 to 16h00 Racing

(to be confirmed after draw)
17h30 Opening Ceremony
Sculling Medals Ceremony
FRIDAY, 22 SEPTEMBER 07h00 Venue Open
07h30 Course Open

17h30 Octogenarian Ceremony
(to be confirmed after draw) Sculling Medals Ceremony
SATURDAY, 23 SEPTEMBER 07h00 Venue Open
07h30 Course Open

17h30 Club Trophy Ceremony
Sculling Medals Ceremony
Closing Ceremony and Flag Handover
Masters Party
SUNDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER 07h00 Venue Open
07h30 Course Open

Ceremonies & Socials

An entertainment zone located between the finish tower and the bar will offer a wonderful space to connect with new and
old friends during the regatta. It will be the site for official ceremonies, the Master’s party on Saturday evening as well as daily
entertainment provided by DJs and South African bands from the close of racing into the evening. We encourage you to linger
longer after racing to enjoy the best time of day at the water’s edge!
OPENING CEREMONY
On Thursday 21 September, the opening ceremony will start at 17h30 at the regatta venue. Join us for an evening of truly
South African music and all-round fun. Food and drinks will be on sale..
SCULLING MEDAL CEREMONIES

Medals will be awarded every evening in a special ceremony for the winners of the Single Scull Finals which took place on that
day. A gold, silver and bronze medal will be awarded in each age category.
OCTOGENARIAN CEREMONY
Each competitor who is 80 years old or over and starts in a race will receive a medal with a special Octos lanyard. The Ceremony
will take place on 22 September Friday evening at 17:30 in the entertainment zone.
CLUB TROPHY CEREMONY

The Club Trophy Ceremony will be held on Saturday at 17h30. Three trophies will be awarded:
• Trophy for men’s events
• Trophy for women’s events
• Trophy for the combined points for both women’s & men’s events
Please refer to the website for the rules relating to awarding of points for these trophies.
CLOSING CEREMONY & FLAG HANDOVER

The Closing Ceremony will take place at 17h30 on Saturday 23 September. During this ceremony the World Rowing flag will be
handed over to the organising committee for the 2024 World Rowing Masters Regatta, signalling the start of the countdown to
next year’s event.
MASTERS PARTY
The Master’s party will start immediately after the Closing Ceremony on Saturday evening. It promises to be a celebration
of the 2023 regatta and new friendships forged with music from some amazingly talented South African artists. There is no
admission fee for the party and food and beverages will be on sale.
Racing Schedule
Exact race times will be added after the draw in mid-August 2023
THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

101 WA 4- 201 A 4x 301 H 4- 401 MIX D 4x
102 H 2- 202 WH-M 8+ 302 WB 1x 402 MIX G 8+
103 WD 1x 203 I 1x 303 A 2x 403 MIX B 2x
104 G 4- 204 WA 4x 304 D 4+ 404 MIX E 4x
105 D 8+ 205 F 8+ 305 WE 4- 405 MIX PR3 2x
106 WG-M 2- 206 WF 1x 306 G 2x 406 MIX H 8+
107 J-M 4- 207 D 4x 307 WH 1x 407 MIX C 2x
108 F 2x 208 WB 4+ 308 J-M 2x 408 MIX F 4x
109 WB 2- 209 B 2x 309 E 4- 409 MIX I-M 8+
110 A 1x 210 WD 4x 310 WC 2- 410 MIX A 2x
111 D 4- 211 E 2x 311 B 1x 411 MIX D 8+
112 WF 2x 212 WI-M 1x 312 H 8+ 412 MIX G 2x
113 G 1x 213 G 4x 313 WB 4- 413 MIX B 4x
114 B 2- 214 WC 1x 314 A 4+ 414 MIX E 8+
115 WD 4- 215 I-M 2- 315 D 2x 415 MIX H 2x
116 WA 8+ 216 WG 4x 316 WE 1x 416 MIX C 4x
117 F 4+ 217 C 1x 317 B 4- 417 MIX F 8+
118 WF 4- 218 A 2- 318 WG 2x 418 MIX I-M 2x
119 I-M 8+ 219 WE 4+ 319 WB 8+ 419 MIX A 4x
120 WC 2x 220 F 1x 320 G 4+ 420 MIX D 2x
121 A 8+ 221 B 4+ 321 J-M 4x 421 MIX G 4x
122 D 1x 222 WC 8+ 322 WF 2- 422 MIX B 8+
123 WE 2- 223 H 2x 323 WD 2x 423 MIX E 2x
124 WH-M 4x 224 G 2- 324 C 2- 424 MIX H 4x
125 G 8+ 225 WF 8+ 325 F 4x 425 MIX C 8+
126 J-M 1x 226 C 4- 326 WA 4+ 426 MIX F 2x
127 WB 4x 227 J-M 4+ 327 H 1x 427 MIX I-M 4x
128 C 4+ 228 WD 2- 328 WG-M 4+ 428 MIX A 8+
129 WG 8+ 229 A 4- 329 WC 4x
130 E 4x 230 W PR3 2x 330 E 1x
131 I 2x 231 D 2- 331 WE 8+
132 WD 8+ 232 WH 2x 332 I 4+
133 B 4x 233 WC 4- 333 C 4x
134 WF 4+ 234 H 4+ 334 WA 2x
135 WA 1x 235 WA 2- 335 F 2-
136 E 2- 236 F 4- 336 M PR3 2x
137 WE 4x 237 WE 2x 337 B 8+
138 WC 4+ 238 C 8+ 338 WF 4x
139 C 2x 239 WG-M 4- 339 WI-M 2x
140 WG 1x 240 E 4+ 340 E 8+
141 H 4x 241 WB 2x 341 WD 4+
SF SCULLING FINALS 242 I 4- 342 I 4x
WA, WD, WG,
SF SCULLING FINALS SF SCULLING FINALS
A, G, D, J-M WB, WE, WH, B, H, E
WC, WF, WI-M, I,C,F
RULES OF RACING
A rower may compete as a masters rower from the
beginning of the year during which he or she turns 27.
Masters rowers are then placed in categories A to M,

‘A’ being a crew with an average of 27 years or over,
and ‘M’ being an average of 89 years or over.
Dependent on the age they turn that year, the

masters rower will then compete against others in
crews with the same or higher average age in the
respective category.
The average and minimum age of a crew competing

excludes that of the coxswain.
MASTERS ROWING
AGE GROUPS
The age of a rower in a masters rowing event shall
be that which he/she attains during the year of the
event. Masters rowing events shall be held in the
following crew age categories:
• Category A - minimum age 27 years

• Category B - average age 36 years or more
• Category C - average age 43 years or more
• Category D - average age 50 years or more
• Category E - average age 55 years or more
• Category F - average age 60 years or more
• Category G - average age 65 years or more
• Category H - average age 70 years or more
• Category I - average age 75 years or more
• Category J - average age 80 years or more
• Category K - average age 83 years or more
• Category L - average age 86 years or more
• Category M - average age 89 years or more
Regatta information
• If an age group has eight or less participants, that heat will be
ENTRY INFORMATION counted directly as the final race of the Masters Single Final
and the final will be omitted. The singles finals medals will still
• Entries will open on 1 March 2023 at 08h00 (UTC +2) and will be awarded however, in addition to the World Rowing Masters
close on 2 August 2023 at 12h59 (UTC +2). Regatta medals. These will be awarded at the evening
• Entries will be processed on the Regatta Central System medal ceremony after the conclusion of the races as per the
• The standard entry fee is 35 EUR per seat. regatta programme.
• Entries must be made in the name of a bona fide club
registered with its national rowing federation.
INCLUSION RACES
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL Inclusion doubles are in the World Rowing Masters Regatta race
schedule for the first time in 2023 (W, M or MIX PR3 2x). Athletes
• An early bird special of 28€ per seat will be offered. are eligible to race in the inclusion double if they have an eligible
• This is a 25% discount off the standard entry fee of 35€. impairment for Para-rowing caused by an underlying condition
• The special offer closes on 30 April 23:59 (UTC + 2). and meet the minimal impairment criteria for Para-rowing.
• An inclusion double consists of one able bodied rower and

one para rower with a valid classification. The following
MIXED ENTRIES inclusion doubles will be raced at WRMR2023: Inclusion W2x;
Inclusion M2x and Inclusion Mixed 2x.
• A national or international classification is required to
• Entries into the mixed events taking place on Sunday
enter these races. Interested participants must approach
24 September can be submitted until 18:00 (UTC +2)
their National Rowing Federations to seek classification
on Friday, 22 September 2023.
International classification will not be required for this event.
• Entries can be made on the Regatta Central System
• To see if you are eligible read Eligible Impairment Types and
• Access to the entry platform will be available through
Medical Diagnostic Requirements for PARA-ROWING
the Regatta Central team at the Registration Centre at
• For those athletes who are not able to access a national
the venue.
classification, World Rowing will offer a virtual classification.
• Send an email to [email protected] to
enquire about the process and requirements.
SINGLE SCULL FINALS
Singles finals will be raced at the end of Thursday, Friday and ENTRY CAPS
Saturday. Qualification for the singles finals is based on the
following principles:
• As most of the participants are expected to be renting boats,
to ensure the availability of boats to all competitors the
• The eight fastest times from the heats of the corresponding
Organising Committee reserves the right to cap entries to
events of the same age group will qualify and be seeded into the
certain events in case of high demand. Once those caps are
lanes for the final with the fastest qualifiers in the centre lanes.
reached you will be put on a waiting list.
• Rowers can only qualify for these finals in the event of their
• We will review the waiting list every Wednesday and release
own age group.
your entry should that be the case.
• The singles finals will take place after the official races of the
• Details on the specific caps will be provided on
World Rowing Masters Regatta. No final will take place less
Regatta Central.
than two hours after the corresponding heats.
• Rowers that qualify for the singles final but do not wish to
race it will be asked to notify the regatta organisers as soon
as possible after the qualifiers are published so that the next
qualifiers can be notified.
MASTERS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FUND
• No entry fee will be charged for the final races of the Masters
Single Final. The award ceremony will take place in the All entry fees include 1 EUR for the Masters Fund for youth
evening after the conclusion of the races. development.
SOUTH AFRICAN ROWING DEVELOPMENT FUND
Teach the Nation to Row

“Sport has a unique power to relay important
messages, foster cultural inclusion and
tolerance and bridge a divided society.”
Indoor rowing was introduced in 2007 to drive rowing development

in South Africa and focuses on previously disadvantaged areas.
The focus is not only on the school that runs the programme, but to
ensure sustainability it also involves the parents and the community
at large. The goal of the project was to use indoor rowing as a vehicle
for talent identification and transform the sport of rowing across age,
gender and disability. Even more importantly, this sport has given young,
disadvantaged South Africans who have grown-up with enormous
hardships and day-to-day challenges, an outlet which helps them build
their self-esteem, enjoy camaraderie with friends, and appreciate the
physical health benefits of exercising hard and eating well.
Teaching these young people discipline, commitment and healthy living

will form strong societal bonds in our diverse community in South Africa
and encourage their success in the future.
The time has come to take indoor rowing to the next level and convert
some of these clubs into water rowing clubs. To do this these clubs need
rowing boats, oars, coach boats and boat trailers. The South African
Rowing Development fund has been established to raise funds to assist
these clubs in moving to the next level of rowing.
Together we will not only teach a nation to row, we will build a united
South Africa committed to the development and success of all its people.
BOAT & OAR RENTAL INFORMATION

The Organising Committee has contracted four official boat suppliers to provide approximately 400 rental boats for the regatta.
Falcon, Filippi and Swift will be providing boat rental services, along with Concept 2 and Braca who will be renting oars and sculls.
We will also have a local boat rental supplier offering a range of boats from our local clubs, including Filippis, Empachers, Swifts and
local boats by boat manufacturer, John Waugh.
BOAT RENTAL
Please contact the boat builders directly on the details below, to determine what they offer and what they charge per seat.
FILIPPI [email protected]
FALCON [email protected]
SWIFT www.swiftracing.com/boat-rental
OUR LOCAL BOAT RENTAL SUPPLIER [email protected]
OAR RENTAL
• There will be no independent oar rental suppliers at this regatta
• Oars will be available for rental from the official boat suppliers
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTICIPANTS ZONAL UMPIRING

• All participants of the 2023 Masters Regatta must bring a • At World Rowing Masters Regattas, zonal umpiring will be
copy of their ID or passport. used to eliminate wash from motorboats.
• It must be carried as means of identification at all times • There will therefore be no motorboats following the races;
including in the boat during racing and can be checked for the number of such boats on the water will be kept to the
security and safety reasons at any moment. minimum needed to ensure safety, efficient operation and
• There will also be spot checks on the outgoing and incoming maintenance of the course.
pontoons and no medal will be handed out without showing • At the discretion of the World Rowing Masters Commission
appropriate ID. and/or President of the Jury, an Umpire’s launch may be used
to follow races.
WORLD ROWING MASTERS DATABASE VERIFICATION EXCEPTIONAL CASES

• Please note it is mandatory to get your details (name, date of In exceptional cases (e.g. suspension of the regatta), the
birth, gender, nationality) verified for the World Rowing necessary decisions will be made by the Chair of Organizing
Masters database before being allowed to race. Committee in consultation with the President of the Jury and
• If you’ve had your details verified at one of the previous World the Chair of the World Rowing Masters Commission.
Rowing Masters Regattas, you do not need to do it again.
The World Rowing Masters Commission shall adjudicate on
behalf of the World Rowing Executive Committee on all cases
MEDALS not covered by the racing rules, the byelaws and the present
regulations, as well as on disputes which may arise during any
World Rowing Masters Regatta. The decision of the World
• Medals will be awarded to the winners of each heat. Rowing Masters Commission shall be final.
• If the number of entries in an event exceeds the number
of racing lanes, the entries will be divided into two or more
heat finals.
• In cases where there are not enough entries in a race to fill a MEDICAL CERTIFICATE
full heat, the race may be combined with another age group.
In this case, medals will still be awarded for each age category Medical certificates are not mandatory to compete or take
• This applies to both men’s and women’s events. part in sports event in South Africa, however, competitors
• Separate medals will be awarded to the winners of the are referred to Rule 14 of the World Rowing Rules of Racing
sculling finals. and Related Bye-laws, which require that all rowers entering
international events, including the World Rowing Masters
Regatta have a state of health and fitness which allows them to
CREW CHANGES compete at a level commensurate with the competition level

of the event.
• A substitute shall not be permitted if the age of the It is also strongly recommended that rowers competing in
substituting rower would lower the average age of the the World Rowing Masters Regatta undergo a pre-competition
crew by more than one year or change the age category health screening. Participants are also reminded that they are
of that crew. responsible for having their own medical insurance in place to
• Masters crews will also be allowed to invite a substitute from cover any potential medical expenses that may arise during
another club. However, this would turn a pure club crew into the event.
a composite crew, make the crew ineligible for the club
trophy points.
• The crew would remain eligible for medals.
DOPING CONTROL
Following the introduction of Doping Control tests in 2018, several anti-doping tests will be conducted at the 2023 World Rowing
Masters Regatta. Tests will be conducted by an internationally certified anti-doping agency.
Athletes will be selected for testing by a pre-determined “blind” system. If selected for an anti-doping test, the Athlete will be notified
upon arriving at the pontoon after their race and given a prescribed amount of time to report to the Doping Control Officer. During
that time, selected athletes will be accompanied by a chaperone and are restricted in their activities which will be further explained by
the chaperone. Selected athletes MUST report to the Doping Control Officer within this time or will be regarded as having an anti-
doping violation.
Athletes who are competing within the prescribed time in another race, must report this to the Doping Control Officer. They will
be chaperoned until they launch their boat for that race. After completion of that race, they will be immediately escorted back by a
chaperone to the Doping Control Officer.
At the Doping Control Station athletes should be prepared to declare all medications that they currently take, whether or not they
might been found on the WADA Prohibited List. Failure to declare medication could also constitute an anti-doping-violation, and
therefore World Rowing recommends that athletes have a list of current medication available. It is not recommended to stop use of
any medication that is prescribed by a physician due to diagnosed medical conditions and that is appropriate for the medical condition,
since this may result unwanted medical complications.
It is not necessary for athletes at the World Rowing Masters Regatta to have procured a so-called “Therapeutic Use Exemption”
(“TUE”) prior to competing. If selected for testing, an athlete who is using a substance on the Prohibited List must seek a retroactive
TUE within 14 days of the regatta, executed by a competent medical authority. The principles of the World- Anti-Doping-Code allow
athletes with medical conditions to be treated with a Prohibited Substance or Prohibited Method if:
1. the treatment is needed to treat an acute or chronic medical condition and significant impairment to health would result if the
treatment were to be withheld;
2. it is highly unlikely to produce any additional enhancement of performance beyond a normal state of health;
3. there is no reasonable therapeutic alternative; and
4. the necessity for the treatment is not a consequence, wholly or in part, of the prior use of medication.
Master athletes are strongly advised to have a medical file prepared and ready to demonstrate their compliance with the TUE
conditions set out in Article 4.1 of the International Standards for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (“ISTUE”), if they need to submit an
application for a retroactive TUE following Sample collection.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The prohibited substances and methods is a cornerstone
of the World Anti-Doping Code
THE PROHIBITED LIST
International Standards for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (“ISTUE”)
THERAPEUTIC USE EXEMPTIONS

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1 Traffic control point 27 Slipway 53 Club tents
2 Spectator drop off point 28 Motorboat pontoon 54 Storage
3 Public parking 29 Rescue centre 55 Boat builders’ containers
4 Shuttle bus stop 30 Ambulances 56 Fuel store
5 Bus parking 31 Doping control 57 ITOs and NTOs rest area
6 VIP parking 32 Medical centre 58 Jury dining room
7 Access control 33 WR office 59 Volunteers dining and rest area
8 Information centre 34 OC office 60 Catering
9 Registration centre 35 Meeting room 61 Glamping village
10 Athlete rest area 36 Equipment room Building
11 Massage area 37 Media centre
12 Viewing deck 38 Joint Control Centre (JOC) Tent
13 Bag drop 39 Finish tower
14 Warm up Ergometers and bikes 40 Commentators/sports presentation Scaffolding
15 Drinking water station 41 Timing and jury
Pontoon
16 Boat racks general 42 Victory ceremony
17 Official boat rental suppliers 43 Medal preparation Road
18 Boat washing 44 Stage and video board
19 Control commission 45 Spectators Boat rack
20 Bow number issuing 46 Covered seating
21 Cox weighing 47 Food stalls Electrical sub-station
22 Traffic rules sign 48 Bar area Trees
23 Outgoing pontoons 49 Boma
24 Incoming pontoons 50 Marketplace Greenhouses for bio controls
25 Hot seat pontoon 51 WR Official Merchandise
26 Rescue pontoon 52 Rowing expo area Embankments
WRMR TRAFFIC RULES
Racing
racing Pre-start Warming up
Finish 500m 1000m 1500m 2000m

Start
M9 M5 R Neutral lane M4
R S P
No go lane No go lane
M10 R Aligner M2
M3
M1
Repair and
ferry pontoon
M Marshall boat P Pre-start tower

R Rescue boat S Start tower
Umpire launch Pre-start
Swimming line Late/hot seat
WRMR Racing Traffic Rules
WRMR TRAFFIC RULES
Second training loop

Training One way First training loop
Finish 500m 1000m 1500m 2000m

Start
8+ 4- 4+ 4x 8+ 4- 4+ 4x
8 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 8
7 1x 2- 2x 1x 2- 2x 7
6 1x 2- 2x 1x 2- 2x 6
M8 R 5 M7 Neutral lane R M6 M5 R Neutral lane M4 5 R

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4 1x 2- 2x 1x 2- 2x 4
3 1x 2- 2x 1x 2- 2x 3
2 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 2
1 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 8+ 4- 4+ 4x 1
M10 No go lane Aligner M2 No go lane M3
M1
Repair and
ferry pontoon
M Marshall boat P Pre-start tower

R Rescue boat S Start tower
Umpire launch Last lap
Swimming line
WRMR Training Traffic Rules
facilities & services

The following facilities and services will be provided at the regatta venue. Their locations are indicated on the venue layout plan in
section 11 for the location of these facilities.
BOAT PARK
• The boat park is located between the permanent boat hangars and the launching pontoons
• The organising committee will allocate boat racks to the official boat suppliers and to clubs bringing their own boats
• Those clubs and participants bringing their own boats will be required to submit a form in advance to request boat racks
• Keep an eye out for the request form that will soon be available on our website at wrmr2023.africa/contact-us/boatracks
BOAT WASHING
• There is a designated area for boat washing where water, buckets and approved cleaning liquids will be provided for your use
• Please do not wash boats in any other areas
BOW NUMBERS
• Crews may collect their bow numbers from the bow number distribution tent from one hour before the race
• The bow number distribution tent is located next to Control Commission
• Bow numbers will be collected by volunteers at the incoming pontoons
PONTOONS
• There are three outgoing and two incoming pontoons plus one hot-seating pontoon
• There will be no dedicated pontoons for rental boats and all crews will use the same pontoons
ATHLETE REST AREA

• An athlete rest area furnished with stretching mats and comfortable seating will be provided in the clubhouse next to the
Information and Registration centres
• It will be accessible for all competitors
CLUB TENTS
• Clubs wishing to rent a gazebo can do so online at www.wrmr2023.africa
• The gazebos will be basic 5x5m structures with a roof and no sides
• The rental will include a limited number of chairs and a table
• Additional furniture may be rented as needed
• The deadline for all tent and furniture rentals is Friday 1 September 2023
• Those clubs wishing to bring their own gazebos may do so however you will still need to book a space in the club tent area
• This can be done on the same platform as the gazebo rentals
BAG DROP
• The bag drop is a free bag storage service that will operate during all opening times of the venue
• It is located below the Information Centre next to the Official Merchandiser tent
ERGOMETERS & STATIONARY BIKES

• Ergometers and stationary bikes will be provided for training, warm up and cool down
• They are located in the boat hangars on the ground floor of the main clubhouse, below the Information and Registration Centres
BIKE RENTALS
• No bike rental service will be provided at the regatta
• Riding bikes is prohibited within the regatta venue
CATERING
• A range of catering services will be offered at the venue
• There will be a large dining tent that services both the glamping village and the regatta venue
• Tickets for these meals will be available closer to the regatta time on www.wrmr2023.africa
• In addition to the dining tent, a range of casual-dining options as well as a bar will be available in the spectator area
MEDICAL & RESCUE SERVICES

• The medical centre will be open during all opening times of the venue
• It is located below the Athlete Rest Area
• An ambulance will be on site on all training days, with two ambulances present on all racing days
• A rescue service will operate on the water at all times that the course is open for training and racing
DRINKING WATER
• Drinking water will be available from temporary water stations located throughout the venue
• Tap water that is drinkable will be signposted
• To reduce the amount of plastic and glass waste generated by the event, we urge you to bring or buy reusable water bottles and
refill them at the water stations provided
RECYCLING STATIONS
• We are aiming to recycle as much of the waste generated by the regatta as possible
• Recycling bins will be clearly marked - please use them!
ENTRY TO THE VENUE & PARKING

• All private vehicles will be charged a fee to enter the Roodeplaat Dam facility
• For more information on buying a multi-day pass, please keep an eye on our website and social media pages
• Parking is included in the entrance fee and will be provided close to the regatta venue
• The parking areas will be patrolled by security personnel
• Note that users of the official shuttle service will not need to pay to enter the venue
PAYMENT SYSTEM
• We will be operating a cashless venue for the regatta
• Credit and debit cards will be accepted for payments throughout the venue
EXHIBITORS & VENDORS

• The regatta market place will host a large variety of local produce and merchandise
• Exhibitors wishing to reserve a space at the website should send an email to [email protected] no later than 31 August 2023
• Note that the organising committee reserves its right to approve vendors
THE STAGE IS SET
FOR A GREAT EVENT!
Under an African sky...
We cannot wait to welcome

you to our beautiful country!
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Event Director Colleen Orsmond

Financial Director Carolyn Thompson

Marketing & Regatta Operations Anne Kilian

Venue Facilities Selwyn Jackson

Venue Services James Thompson & Niamh Faherty

world rowing Contacts

Santiago Fuentes (MEX)

Ana Nikolic (SRB)

Herman van Velze (RSA)

Event Manager Prateek Gumbar (IND)

rowing south africa

The organizing committee of the WRMR2023 thanks its government partners

We are the Home of Champions, the epicentre of sports

Our prestigious Roodeplaat dam, the home to the World Rowing

Dear Rowing Friends

Sean Kerr our friends from the global

About South Africa

Facts about South Africa

Population: 60 604 992

Ethnicity: Multiethnic society encompassing a

Currency: South Africa Rand (1 EUR = 19.42 ZAR,

Climate types of South Africa approximate rate at the time of publication).

Capital: South Africa is the only country in the

Voltage: 230 Volts

Languages: 11 official languages - the two most

The next most widely spoken languages are

English is spoken throughout South Africa and is

Flag: The South African flag is the only national

Time Zone: UTC +2

Height above sea level (Tshwane): 1,300m

South African Highlights

Visit Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape,

South Africa is also home to several endangered animals,

The jewel of Cape Town, Table Mountain, was crowned one

DIVERSE CULTURAL HERITAGE

We are a melting pot of many fascinating cultures forming one nation,

The story of South Africa is shared in museums across the country

SUPERB FOOD & WINE

South African cuisine is a unique fusion of

The best thing is with the weak Rand, food

Our culture of wine is renowned and

Explore the beautiful estates, sample

Tshwane weather in September

Over the past 10 years for the second half of

The average rainfall was 5.1mm over an average

The wind rose to the right is for the month of

VISA INVITATION LETTERS

These regulations may change at

We recommend that you keep an

BOOKING AN AIRPORT TRANSFER

GETTING TO ROODEPLAAT DAM

From Johannesburg (approximately 50 minutes)

From Hatfield (approximately 25 minutes)

TAXIS & E-HAILING APPS

The organizing committee has vetted and secured excellent

Browse the options and book directly at

Participants staying at the official hotels have access to the

4 - 10 SEPTEMBER Restricted access (rowing only, no training camps)