Chicagoland’s premier rowing club for women and girls

Empowering your rowing journey

Join North Suburban Crew and push past limits on and off the water.

Strength. Confidence. Teamwork.

Fuel your growth with every row

From first strokes to race day, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way.

Start where you are. Go where you dream.

Supporting rowers at every stage

Whether you want to row for fitness, fun, or competition, NSC is here to elevate your journey.

Welcome to North Suburban Crew

NSC - your ultimate rowing community

Welcome to our vibrant rowing community, where we host exciting regattas, offer expert coaching and resources, and keep you connected with the latest in rowing news and events.

Whether you're new to the sport or looking to sharpen your competitive edge, North Suburban Crew is here to support your goals. Join us and experience the power of teamwork, the rhythm of the water, and the strength you didn’t know you had.

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Rowing Awards
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Active Members
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Rowing Events
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Miles Rowed
What Rowing Gives You

Benefits Of Rowing

Be Healthy

Enhance your overall fitness, coordination, and cardiovascular strength through consistent rowing.

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Feel Free

Experience the freedom of gliding across the water and the thrill of testing your own limits.

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Be One Of Us

Become part of a close-knit rowing community where teamwork drives success and camaraderie.

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Be Strong

Develop mental toughness, discipline, and physical strength with every stroke.

Learn To Row

Juniors

Learning to row empowers young girls by building physical strength, confidence, teamwork skills, and a lifelong sense of discipline and resilience.

Masters

In the Masters category, rowing offers a dynamic way to stay fit, build meaningful connections, and embrace new challenges with strength and confidence.
In the Boat & Beyond

A Colorful Life at North Suburban Crew

Meet North Suburban Crew

Our Leaders & Coaches

Kathy Saitelbach

President

Elizabeth Smoliga

Secretary

Marcia Krause

VP Masters

Stacey Blasko

VP Juniors

Let’s Get You on the Water

Interested in joining North Suburban Crew?

Whether you're brand new to rowing or looking to get back on the water, we’d love to hear from you! Choose any of the options below to reach out, and we’ll follow up with the next steps.