Adult Rowing
From recent college graduates to retirees, rank beginners to the very experienced, men and women of all ages and physical abilities participate in Beginning, Intermediate, and Experienced rowing classes.
Beginner Classes are offered only in the summer, so if you’re a beginner wanting to learn, register for one of our summer sessions starting June 1!
Experienced classes are offered throughout the year, including Indoor Winter Training and Spring Rowing.
Two types of rowing lessons are offered, Sweep and Sculling:
Sweep Rowing Classes
Sweep classes are taught in an eight-person training barge and in 60’ long, eight-person boats that are steered by people called coxswains. Each rower has one 12’ oar, and oars alternate on opposite sides of the boat. No previous experience necessary for beginner classes. Each session is comprised of 8 classes that meet twice a week for 4 weeks. Click here for information on Sweep Rowing.
Sculling Classes
Sculling is a type of rowing where each person uses two 10’ oars and steers himself in a 17-25’ long boat. Beginners learn in stable one-, two-, or four-person training boats. No previous experience necessary for beginner classes. Each session is comprised of 8 classes that meet twice a week for 4 weeks. Click here for information on Sculling.
No matter what type of rowing interests you, we have a class to fit your needs. Beginner Classes are offered only in the summer, so if you’re a beginner wanting to learn, register for one of our summer sessions starting after Memorial Day! Experienced classes are offered throughout the year, including Indoor Winter Training and Spring Rowing.
Sweep Rowing Classes
Sweep programs are taught in an 8-person training barge and 4- and 8-person boats that are steered by people called coxswains. Each rower has one oar, and oars alternate on opposite sides of the boat.
Beginner Sweep Classes
Prerequisite: For individuals with no previous experience.
Riverfront provides all the equipment necessary. Fundamentals of rowing are taught on rowing machines, in a stable training boat, and then in a rowing shell. Basic safety instruction and procedures are emphasized. The goal of the program is to develop a solid foundation of skills that are taught in a fun and supportive environment.
2010 Summer Dates
Beginner AM:
M/W Beginner AM Session 1: 6:15 - 7:30 am: Wednesday June 2 - Wednesday June 23 (Memorial Day will be made up on Friday, June 4)
M/W Beginner AM Session 2: 6:15 - 7:30 am: Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21
M/W Beginner AM Session 3: 6:15 - 7:30 am: Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25*
Beginner PM:
M/W Beginner PM Session 1: 5:30 – 7:00 pm, Wednesday June 2 - Wednesday June 23 (Memorial Day will be made up on Friday June 4)
M/W Beginner PM Session 2: 5:30 - 7:00 pm: Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21,
M/W Beginner PM Session 3: 5:30 - 7:00 pm: Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25*
*CLASS WILL ONLY BE HELD IF THERE ARE ENOUGH REGISTRANTS TO FILL A BOAT, WAITLIST ONLY UNTIL THRESHHOLD MET
Each session is comprised of eight classes; classes meet twice a week for four weeks.
Fee: $170 per session
Intermediate Sweep Classes
Classes are offered at this level with an instructional and recreational focus to improve and hone skills mainly in eight-oared shells. The goal of the program is to further the skills developed in beginning rowing.
Prerequisite: Beginning Rowing or equivalent experience. The goal of the program is to further the skills developed in beginning rowing, and to be a follow up to the Beginning Rowing class. Those who rowed with Riverfront in 2009 should join the Experienced class if they wish to row in June. Call 713-3131 x 314 with any questions
2010 Summer Dates
Intermediate AM:
M/W Intermediate AM Session 2: 6:00 - 7:30 am, Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21
M/W Intermediate AM Session 3: 6:00 - 7:30 am, Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25
Intermediate PM:
M/W Intermediate PM Session 2: 5:30 – 7:00 pm, Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21
M/W Intermediate PM Session 3: 5:30 – 7:00 pm, Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25
Each session is comprised of eight classes; classes meet twice a week for four weeks.
Fee: $170 per session
Experienced Sweep Classes
Prerequisite: Two or three Riverfront sessions or equivalent rowing experience required. These classes involve more rigorous workouts at a higher technical level in both eight- and four-oared shells. Experienced adults wishing to register for a.m. or p.m. experienced classes on an ANNUAL BASIS may register once for the 4 summer and fall sessions and receive a multi-session discount in the Annual Memberships section. Summer Prerequisite: Two or three Riverfront sessions or equivalent rowing experience required.
Experienced AM:
T/TH Experienced AM Session 1: 6:00 - 7:30 am Tuesday June 1 – Thursday June 24
T/TH Experienced AM Session 2: 6:00 - 7:30 am Tuesday June 29 – Thursday July 22
T/TH Experienced AM Session 3: 6:00 - 7:30 am Tuesday August 3 – Thursday August 26
Experienced PM:
M/W Experienced PM Session 1: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Wednesday June 2 – Wednesday June 23, (Memorial Day will be made up on Friday June 4)
M/W Experienced PM Session 2: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21
M/W Experienced PM Session 3: 5:30 - 7:00 pm Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25
Each session is comprised of eight classes; classes meet twice a week for four weeks.
Fee: $160 per session
All 2010 Fall Dates & Times TBD
2010 Summer/Fall Session:
June 1 - Sept 30. TTH 6 - 730 a.m. in summer, TBD, 6 - 730 a.m. in fall (depends upon staffing).
Fee: $500
Adult Sweep Racing Team
Click here for more information.
Sculling
Sculling is a type of rowing where each person uses two 10’ oars and steers herself in a 17-25’ long boat. Beginners learn in stable one-, two-, or four-person training boats. No previous experience necessary for beginner classes. Experienced scullers may use singles during Open Row times. Sculling is a great way for college sweep rowers to improve their technique.
Beginner Sculling Classes are designed for people who have never sculled in a single shell. The program begins with an on-land introduction to equipment, safety and technique. Participants then progress to a wide, stable one-, two-, or four-person shell and eventually to a more narrow single shell. Each participant will progress at her/his own pace. Spaces and training shells are limited so please register early. Intermediate Sculling is a continuation of the Beginner’s Class, or for those with some experience who want further coaching. Experienced Sculling is a continuation of the Intermediate class or for those with other experience who want coaching.
Sculling Classes
2010 Summer Dates
Session 1:
M/W Beginning and Experienced Session 1: Wednesday June 2 - Wednesday June 23 (Memorial Day will be made up on Friday, June 4)
T/TH Beginning and Experienced Session 1: Tuesday June 1 – Thursday June 24, 8:00-9:00 am
Session 2:
M/W Beginning and Experienced Session 2: Monday June 28 – Wednesday July 21, 8:00-9:00 am
T/TH Beginning and Experienced Session 2: Tuesday June 29 – Thursday July 22, 8:00-9:00 am
Session 3:
M/W Beginning and Experienced Session 3: Monday August 2 – Wednesday August 25, 8:00-9:00 am
T/TH Beginning and Experienced Session 3: Tuesday August 3 – Thursday August 26 8:00-9:00 am
Each session is comprised of eight classes; classes meet twice a week for four weeks.
Fee: $150 per session
Private Sculling Lessons
If interested in private lessons please call 860.713.3131 ext 314 to discuss options.
Experienced scullers may use Riverfront’s equipment during Open Row times. Please read safety policies, swimming statement, etc. and contact us to discuss experience level and if this is an appropriate option for you
2010 Spring Rowing Dates April 12 - May 26, Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., $210 Spring Rowing is held at an off-site location for experienced rowers only. Rowers responsible for coxxing, no shower facilities Spring Prerequisite: A previous season’s worth or equivalent rowing experience required
Winter Training is held at an off-site location for advanced intermediate and experienced rowers only. The goal of our winter program is to maintain fitness, improve technique, and have fun. The training will consist of rowing on the ergometers, calisthenics, lightweight training, and rowing in the water tanks at Trinity College.
2010
January 4 - March 4, two nights per week, 7:00 - 8:30, $200
