Our Mission:
Empower.
We are a community of people who work hard to promote the sport of rowing and who act as stewards of the Schuylkill River — all while having fun!
BLJ Community Rowing embraces rowers of all skill levels, from every walk of life. Access to the river — for all — is our guiding principle!
Our Impact
BLJ Community Rowing is the only African-American-owned and operated rowing organization in the country. Since 2013, we have utilized the sport of rowing to give others access to the Schuylkill and a vehicle to a better life.
Our Community firmly believes that when options are given, options can be created, and making rowing accessible is our priority.
Check our programs
Each program is created to suit different levels of experience.
Make a Donation
Donations support our mission to make rowing more inclusive and available to everyone regardless of background.
Upcoming Events
2026 End of Year Celebration
$75.00
Please join us as we celebrate the end of the season. We will hand out awards, re-cap BLJ's funniest moments, thank our donors and sponsors and toast the 2026 season at BLJ Studio, located at 4229 Ridge Ave in Philadelphia, on Saturday Nov 7th starting at 5pm. Tickets are $75 and are available for purchase below. If you’re unable to attend, please consider making a donation! We hope to see you there!
2026 End of Year Celebration
$75.00
Please join us as we celebrate the end of the season. We will hand out awards, re-cap BLJ's funniest moments, thank our donors and sponsors and toast the 2026 season at BLJ Studio, located at 4229 Ridge Ave in Philadelphia, on Saturday Nov 7th starting at 5pm. Tickets are $75 and are available for purchase below. If you’re unable to attend, please consider making a donation! We hope to see you there!