IRA Rowing Championships

Book your hotel for IRA Rowing Championships!

The Intercollegiate Rowing Association, in partnership with presenting sponsors Visit Rancho Cordova and Visit Folsom, is proud to announce that the 123rd IRA National Championship will be hosted at the Sacramento State Aquatic Center on Lake Natoma.

Where & When

May 29-31, 2026
Sacramento State Aquatic Center
Event Schedule Coming Soon

What You Can Expect

🚣 Fierce Competition: Watch the nation's fastest D1 men’s heavyweight, men’s lightweight, women’s lightweight and D3 men’s heavyweight crews glide across Lake Natoma.

🏆 Prestigious Awards: The event will crown heavyweight national champions in four events, lightweight national champions in three events, and award the James Ten Eyck Memorial Trophy to the overall team points winner.

More event information coming soon.

PLEASE NOTE: During IRAs, there will be limited access to the Aquatic Center for public use. Please visit the Sac State Aquatic Center website to learn more.

Lake Natoma is one of the premier rowing venues in the country. The Sacramento State Aquatic Center staff consistently delivers both the infrastructure and the operations to create a top-notch regatta for athletes and coaches.

Laura Kunkemueller, IRA Commissioner

Plan Your Epic Weekend

While you're in town for the IRA Championships, Rancho Cordova offers even more ways to play! Enjoy easy walking trails on the American River Parkway, an organic farmers' market and farm-fresh brunch at Soil Born Farms, or take the littles to the Sacramento Children's Museum to cool off. Rowing enthusiasts over 21 can grab an ice cold brew in the Rancho Cordova Barrel District, and everyone in the family can find a delicious bite to eat from a wide range of cuisines.

There's nothing better than unwinding in a cozy, quiet room after a long day at the shoreline. Take your pick from 17 hotels ranging from economical to full-service in Rancho Cordova, just one exit away from the Aquatic Center. We've got ample parking, great amenities, and easy access to Rancho Cordova's best hot spots.