Adult Learn to Row
The Nelson Rowing Club offers adults (19+ yrs) the Learn to Row (LTR) program. This program teaches and encourages the sport of rowing on the beautiful Kootenay Lake.
In the safe environment of LTR you will learn basic sculling technique in single person rowing boats. Important aspects covered in the course include:
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Careful boat-handling (moving your boat from rack to water)
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Launching and docking
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Maneuvering on the water
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Understanding the terminology specific to rowing and the equipment used.
It's all about fun, safety, personal challenge, and participation in a healthy outdoor activity!
Rowing is a life-long sport! It promotes balance, strength, focus, and allows rowers to push themselves as they see fit - to get a work out or to take it easy and appreciate the lake.
Program Details
Where? The Nelson Rowing Club is located at Lakeside Park. We're the blue barn between the Streetcar Barn and the Tennis Courts.
When? Each LTR program is 12 hours of instruction delivered in two-hour lessons - two lessons each week for three weeks. The next LTR course this year is:
Spring 2025
May session @ 6AM
every Tuesday and Thursday
(start May 6 - end May 22)
May session @ 6PM
every Monday and Wednesday
(start May 5 - end May 21)
June session @ 6AM
every Tuesday and Thursday
(start June 3 - end June 19)
June session @ 6PM
every Monday and Wednesday
(start June 2 - end June 18)
What to Bring? All equipment is provided, including personal flotation devices. You'll need to dress for outdoor exercise.
Cost? The cost is $375 and includes your lessons and a 2025 membership in the Nelson Rowing Club. As a NRC member you will be automatically registered as a member of our sport's provincial and national organizations (Rowing BC and Rowing Canada Aviron).
And then what? Once you have completed the LTR program you will have lots of opportunity to row with others in the club before the season ends in October. Your coach will let you know how to connect with the general membership to set up rowing dates. Further coaching and group sessions will be arranged as needed.
How to Register?
Please Contact Us for scheduling information and Availability.
Under the Programs heading, select the LTR program that matches your schedule. After you register for the program, look for the prompt to pay by credit card. Email us if you need to pay by another method.
The Nelson Rowing Club reserves the right to cancel programs in the event of insufficient registration or scheduling conflicts.
