Learn to Row: Take your workout to the water!

Expert Rowing Instruction

Join one of our upcoming classes in 2025! Designed for individuals that have little to no rowing experience or background, our Learn to Row program is offered most months of the year. This 4-week experience includes:

  • Expert coaches and volunteers

  • Fun and fitness on the water

  • Indoor training instruction on the ergometer (indoor rowing machine)

  • Boat handling, launching and maneuvering

  • Breakdown of the rowing stroke and expert tips on improving your technique

  • Readiness to enter one of our year-around programs

January 2025

Boathouse & Equipment Orientation: Saturday, January 4th 8:00 to 10:00 AM

On-the-Water Sessions: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from January 6th to January 29th

February 2025

Boathouse & Equipment Orientation: Saturday, February 1st 8:00 to 10:00 AM

On-the-Water Sessions: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from February 3rd to February 26th

March 2025

Boathouse & Equipment Orientation: Saturday, March 1st 8:00 to 10:00 AM

On-the-Water Sessions: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM from March 3rd to March 26th

Additional Learn to Row Options

Private Lessons

Coaches will take you through three sculling lessons over the course of a week or two, on your schedule. This package is designed to give you the skills needed to become a member and join one of our programs (or practice on your own). After membership, you’ll be able to book equipment and to practice as often as you like!

Learn to Scull

Throughout the year, ORC offers Learn to Scull classes. This is a great opportunity for existing sweep rowers to add a skill or for new rowers who want a more independent sculling experience compared to sweep. The next Learn to Scull class is not scheduled. Join the wait list to be notified.

What to Expect

1) Register & Pay

You’ll complete our registration, waivers and $199 payment for your class on our iCrew platform. Click on the button above for the month you want to join.

2) Saturday Orientation

Wear snug fitting clothing and sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. We’ll show you around the boathouse, go over boat handling, equipment, the ergometer and the basics of the rowing stroke.

3) 4-week Class (8 sessions)

Once you’ve completed orientation, you are ready to get out on the water for 8 on-water sessions starting on the Monday after your Saturday orientation.

4) Join as a Member

If you’ve enjoyed your time with ORC, you can continue your learnings on Mondays and Wednesday evenings or in one of our open programs. Coach will meet with you at the end of the 4 weeks to determine your next steps.. Once you are ready, you can move up to a competitive group or stay in our open program indefinitely.

5) Grow with Us

Keep challenging yourself! Tougher workouts, better technique. Join a competitive team within our club...and so much more! Rowing is an incredible journey.