Andy joined Binghamton Crew team as a collegiate freshman where he competed with both the light-weight and open-weight crews at national and international regattas. As a coach, he believes that anyone can learn how to row regardless of their age or ability; apart from providing instruction he likes to create a calm environment of encouragement and fun.

Alex took his first strokes at Everett Rowing while in high school and was instantly hooked. He hasn’t left the water since. A dedicated student of the sport in all its nuances and history, he has coached juniors and masters of all levels, firmly believing that no boat succeeds without a strong community around it. After joining LWRC in 2020, and eager to get involved, his volunteering quickly led him back into the coaching launch. Alex currently coaches the Open Mixed Masters program, striving to help rowers reach their collective potential.

Rob rowed for the University of Maryland, where he studied Kinesiology. He has worked as a personal trainer for the past 12 years. He is a certified strength and conditioning coach, his training philosophy has a strong emphasis on injury prevention.​

Steve believes that rowing is one of the great joys in life, and is something suited to every age and body type. He loves helping others discover and access this same joy in a way that they feel empowered to do for life. In his spare time, Steve enjoys backpacking, cycling, gardening, and especially reading!​

John coaches LWRC intermediate to competitive scullers who wish to improve their boat speed through efficient technique and build endurance through conditioning. His style of instruction emphasizes sculling and small-boat handling. He coaches by keen observation and quiet instruction. This is old school coaching at its best! 

With over 36 years of dedication to coaching all levels and competitive rowing from elite level to open water, Theresa draws heavily from the Thames wherry-man style that was also the favored technique of Frank Cunningham and Stan Pocock.​

Theresa believes that nobody should get injured while rowing if it’s done properly. It’s about rowing smarter not harder. Whether you’re looking to race and compete in sprints or longer-distance events, or simply want to improve your technique, Theresa will help you reach your rowing goals.

Karolin comes to LWRC with nearly 10 years of high-performance rowing experience. She fell in love with the sport at ten years old when she first learned that fun rowing is fast rowing. She went on to train with other elite athletes at the Sports School of Potsdam in Germany with a focus on competing internationally. She enjoys coaching all levels and is excited to help grow the diversity of our sport. In her spare time, she enjoys reading widely, spending time with her cats, and growing house plants. 

Jonathan "JP" Kirkegaard is a former U.S. National Team athlete and accomplished coach with more than 15 years of experience in competitive rowing. After competing for Purdue University and racing at the IRA National Championships, JP coached Purdue's novice men's program to multiple ACRA gold medals before pursuing elite-level competition. From 2014 to 2022, he trained for the U.S. National Team, representing the United States internationally in 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2022. In 2021, JP won the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in the Men's Double Sculls and went on to compete at the Final Olympic Qualification Regatta.

Joel loves getting on the water and finding new ways to help people go faster!

Bill has been an avid sculler since the 1960s. In 1969, he placed second in the Diamond Sculls event at Henley, and was a member of the US National Team from 1969-1971. As President of Pocock Racing Shells since 1985, Bill is focused on how to make boats move faster through the water.

KC was involved in starting the National Lightweight Women’s program in 1981. She discovered a love for coaching and spent years (1979-86) as a collegiate coach. She led Northeastern University and Radcliffe (Harvard) Lightweight women’s crews to National titles.

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She wants to help competitive, experienced Masters athletes race and balance their rowing routine with the rest of their life.

Approaching rowing as an adult, Kim is a Lake Washington Rowing Club Learn to Row success story.  After completing the program, she has been part of the community since 2018.  She firmly believes that "every body" can row regardless of body type, age, or condition. Upbeat and enthusiastic, Kim loves to share the joy of rowing with newcomers of all backgrounds.