We invite you to join scholastic teams and independent junior clubs from throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region to compete on the majestic James River. Our gorgeous James River in Richmond was recently named as one of the world's 'Top 10 Riverways to Row Down Before You Die'. Click for Article

Our Spring and Fall regattas are located at Robious Landing Park, 3800 James River Road, Midlothian, Virginia in northern Chesterfield County on the south bank of the James River. The incredible 101-acre park is adjacent to James River High School, and only 10 miles from downtown Richmond, Virginia. The site includes easy parking for team trailers, lots of shade trees for team tents, picnic shelters, permanent modern restrooms, a children's playground, and nearly 3 miles of nature trails in addition to close access to the James River.  Food tents will be onsite all day for coffee, plus hot breakfast and lunch foods.

The 20th Annual Head of the James is currently scheduled for Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Robious Landing Park. The event is a 4800m head race featuring 1x, 2x, 4x, 4+, and 8+ for both varsity and novice entries, and men's, women's and mixed boats. The race takes place with the river current.
  

The 20th Annual James River Sprints will be held on in April 2025 at Robious Landing Park (specific date TBD). The event is a 1500m sprint race featuring 1x, 2x, 4x, 4+, and 8+ for both varsity and novice entries, and men's, women's and mixed boats. The race takes place against the river current.