Saudi Indoor Rowing Championship 2026 in Qatif

• The equipment used must be rowing machines approved by the International Rowing Federation or the Saudi Rowing Federation.
• The Concept 2 is used in official competitions because it is the globally recognized device.

• Air Resistance: Competitors can adjust this from 1 to 10 before the race begins; it affects drag, speed, and the energy required.
• Lead distance: Some devices allow this to be adjusted, and it must be set before the race begins.

• All devices are inspected before the race to ensure their accuracy and integrity.
• If any malfunction or defect is found, it must be reported immediately and repaired before the race begins.

Competitors – Age and Weight Categories

Men's Categories

• Open Men – 2000m
• Open Men – 500m
• Under 15 Men – 4 minutes
• Under 17 Men – 6 minutes
• Under 19 Men – 2000m
• Under 21 Men – 2000m
• Under 23 Men – 2000m
• Under 23 Lightweight Men – 2000m
• Lightweight Men – 2000m
• Masters Men (30–39) – 2000m
• Masters Men (40+) – 2000m

• Open Women – 2000m
• Open Women – 500m
• Under 15 Women – 4 minutes
• Under 17 Women – 6 minutes
• Under 19 Women – 2000m
• Under 21 Women – 2000m
• Under 23 Women – 2000m
• Under 23 Lightweight Women – 2000m
• Lightweight Women – 2000m
• Masters Women (30–39) – 2000m
• Masters Women (40+) – 2000m

Relay Categories

• Mixed Relay – 2000m
• Under 15 Men’s Relay – 2000m
• Under 19 Women's Relay – 2000m
• Women's Relay – 2000m
• Under 15 Women’s Relay – 2000m
• Under 19 Men's Relay – 2000m
• Men's Relay – 2000m
•  Indoor Rowing Sprint Relay

Lightweight

• Men – Maximum 75 kg
• Women – Maximum 61.5 kg

• Pre-registration is required, along with submission of the required information (age, weight).
• Official weigh-ins will take place two hours before the race or within the 24 hours preceding the weigh-in categories.
• Weights are verified to ensure correct classification.

• 500 meters
• 2,000 meters

• The runners are prepared, and the seats and handles are pre-adjusted before the start of the race.

• The race starts with a sound or light signal.

• Devices are set to Race Mode to ensure synchronization.

• In the event of a false start, the race is stopped and restarted.

• The scoring and timing are done electronically via the system linked to the devices.

• Results are collected electronically, and racers are ranked according to their recorded time.

• In the event of a tie, the race is repeated or the results are revised.

• A contestant is considered to have completed the race when he/she reaches the specified distance.

• In the event of a tie, the jury decides whether to repeat the race or adopt the recorded result.

• The results will be announced after review and scrutiny.

• Medals and prizes will be distributed according to the approved categories.

• Code of Conduct: Respect must be shown to all competitors and judges, and any unsportsmanlike behavior will result in disqualification.

• Compliance with the Rules: Failure to comply with instructions or rules may result in penalties up to and including disqualification.

• A competitor or his/her representative has the right to file an official protest in case of an irregularity or timing error.

• The protest must be submitted within the specified period after the end of the race.

• The Jury will review the protest and its decision is final.

• Medical Examination: Mandatory for all participants and must be submitted 24 hours before the event to ensure medical fitness.

• Health Conditions: Some conditions may prevent participation for the safety of the competitor.

• Emergency Procedures: Clear protocols are in place to deal with injuries or health crises, with a full medical team on site.

• Participants in the lightweight category will be weighed 24 hours before the tournament or two hours before the race.

• All participants are required to attend one day before the tournament to receive the clothing tag and confirm the weight and age group, in addition to registering the names of the relay team for those wishing to participate in this category.

• All participants are required to show up two hours before the race.

• A contestant may participate in the lightweight category only if the weight is less than or equal to 75 kg for men and less than or equal to 61.5 kg for women.

• All results are issued through the Time Team system, which is officially authorised to manage the race system and issue results.

By car: There are many ways to reach your destination, including heading east on Uhud Road toward King Abdulaziz Road and continuing straight along the main route until you arrive. GPS navigation is highly advised.

By taxi: You can easily reach your destination by taking a taxi or by using a ride-hailing app.