Gotcha4Life 24 Hour Row

let's row the distance

for mental fitness

WHY TAKE PART?

Get ready for the 24 Hour Row - a powerful challenge where teams row for 24 hours straight to raise funds for Gotcha4Life and build a mentally fit future, where no one worries alone.

This isn’t just a row. It’s a chance to spark meaningful conversations, show up for your mates, and highlight the importance of connection, community, and fitness - both physical and mental.

Whether you're rowing at your local gym, sporting club, school or even your garage - this is a challenge anyone can take on.

Register your team for 13–14 September 2025, and be a part of this important conversation.

HOW IT WORKS

Sign up

Register your team to take part in the

24 Hour Row. This will automatically create your team's fundraising page.

Recruit your team

Build your village. Spread the word and get your team ready to row together. The more mates, the bigger the impact.

Fundraise

Spread the word and ask friends, family and colleagues to donate. Every dollar raised supports Gotcha4Life’s educational workshops and programs.

the difference you'll make

When you take part in Gotcha4Life’s 24 Hour Row, you’re helping to build a stronger, more connected Australia. Every dollar raised funds mental fitness programs and workshops in schools, sports clubs and community groups across the country - giving people the tools to strengthen relationships and prevent suicide.

Just $50 helps fund one person’s place in a Gotcha4Life workshop. These life-changing programs build mental fitness and equip people with the skills to navigate life’s ups and downs. Your participation helps us reach more people, in more communities, who need it most.

Can’t make this year’s 24 Hour Row on 13-14 September 2025? No worries. With Row Your Way, there are flexible options so everyone can take part.

our founding ambassadors
mel & Nathan wellings

The 24 hour row is now in its 7th year. Started by long time Avalon Beach surf lifesaving club members Nathan and Mel Wellings back in 2018. Initially, just one club wanted to make a difference after seeing too many lives lost to suicide on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.


Each year the event has grown with more surf life saving clubs taking part. Last year 65 clubs, gyms, schools and teams around Australia made a difference!

“We love this event because it brings so many communities together and shows solidarity and passion for a suicide free Australia.”

MAJOR ParTner

We're delighted to have Shaw and Partners as our Major Partner for this years 24 Hour Row.

With their support, we’re rowing stronger than ever toward a mentally fit future.