Roles at a Regatta

There are a variety of responsibilities required during a regatta, including:

  • Umpires: BRO's follow each race up the course ensuring that the boats stay in their respective lanes and are abiding by race rules. 
  • Starters: Liaises with the aligner and getting each race underway to a fair and safe start.
  • Aligners: Liaises with the starter and aligns boats evenly for a fair start.
  • Judges: Ensures that the correct finishing order is recorded from the finish line. A fantastic role where you get to witness all the results first hand!
  • Marshals: Identifies and marshals boats into the race and monitors safely.
  • Referee: Single BRO nominated by the Officials Jury who oversees all the official regatta operations.