Learn to Row & Novice Rowing
Rivanna Rowing offers two levels for new rowers (and returning rowers needing a refresher) to learn and develop core rowing skills in both sweep (one oar) and sculling (two oar) disciplines.
Learn to Row (LTR) is designed for those with little or no rowing experience who would like to learn the basics of rowing. Participants learn about safety, boat parts and terms, and the physical fitness relevant to rowing.
Participants start out learning the correct form on a rowing machine (ashore), then move into large boats designed for stability. LTR students then progress to 90–120 minute, on-the-water practices in various sweep (1 oar) and sculling (2 oars) boats.
Novice Rowing is designed as a follow up to Learn-to-Row, or as a refresher for rowers returning from a long hiatus who need to regain skills. The focus is on strengthening basic rowing skills and improving rowing fitness in large crew boats. Classes are 90-120 minutes in length, and will include both sweep and sculling experience.
Junior Learn to Row (LTR) is intended for rowers aged 13-18 without previous rowing experience.
An experienced RRC Coach in a launch (motorboat) oversees practices to motivate and advise on technique.
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Upcoming Adult Learn to Row and Novice Programs
For Juniors Learn to Row, visit the Juniors page.
Please note: program registration fees are non-refundable, except in the case of documented medical reason or program cancellation.
Adult Learn to Row - Session 1
2025 DATES COMING SOON!
Price: $375
Program Dates: TBD
Participants Min/Max: 12/20
Duration: 12 sessions
Times: M/W/F 6:00pm-8:00pm
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Row (LTR) is designed for those with little or no rowing experience who would like to learn the basics of rowing. Participants learn about safety, boat parts and terms, and the physical fitness relevant to rowing. Participants start out learning the correct form on a rowing machine (ashore), then move into large boats designed for stability. LTR students then progress to 90–120 minute, on-the-water practices in various sweep (1 oar) and sculling (2 oars) boats.
Refunds will only be issued in cases of medical issues or program cancellation.
Adult LTR includes RRC membership for first-time rowers.
Adult Learn to Row - Session 2
2025 DATES COMING SOON!
Price: $375
Program Dates: TBD
Participants Min/Max: 12/20
Duration: 12 sessions
Times: Tu/Th/6:00pm-8:00pm, Sat 9am-11am
DESCRIPTION
Learn to Row (LTR) is designed for those with little or no rowing experience who would like to learn the basics of rowing. Participants learn about safety, boat parts and terms, and the physical fitness relevant to rowing. Participants start out learning the correct form on a rowing machine (ashore), then move into large boats designed for stability. LTR students then progress to 90–120 minute, on-the-water practices in various sweep (1 oar) and sculling (2 oars) boats.
Refunds will only be issued in cases of medical issues or program cancellation.
Adult LTR includes RRC membership for first-time rowers.
Novice - Session 1
2025 DATES COMING SOON!
Price: $375
Program Dates: TBD
Participants Min/Max: 12/20
Duration: 12 sessions
Times: M/W/F 6:00pm-8:00pm
DESCRIPTION
Novice program is designed for those with little rowing experience and at least one completed LTR session anywhere in United States. This program is also suitable for those who need to refresh their skills. Participants expand their knowledge about the sport of rowing, work on improving their skills in the boat and the physical fitness relevant to rowing.
Refunds will only be issued in cases of medical issues or program cancellation.
Novice program includes RRC membership for first-time rowers for the calendar year 2025.
Novice - Session 2
2025 DATES COMING SOON!
Price: $375
Program Dates: TBD
Participants Min/Max: 12/20
Duration: 12 sessions
Times: Tu/Th/6:00pm-8:00pm, Sat 9am-11am
DESCRIPTION
Novice program is designed for those with little rowing experience and at least one completed LTR session anywhere in united states. This program is also suitable for those who need to refresh their skills. Participants expand their knowledge about the sport of rowing, work on improving their skills in the boat and the physical fitness relevant to rowing.
Refunds will only be issued in cases of medical issues or program cancellation.
Novice program includes RRC membership for first-time rowers for the calendar year 2025.