The top event for the year for Under 23 rowers is the World Rowing Under 23 Championships (WRU23CH). The championships usually take place in July and attract up to 1000 rowers from around the world. There are 22 boat classes to compete in, including eight lightweight boat classes.
The top event for the year for Under 19 rowers is the World Rowing Under 19 Championships (WRU19CH). The championships usually take place in August and attract up to 1000 rowers from around the world.
In 2022, the WRU23CH and the WRU19CH will be a combined event.