Learn to Row

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 Paul Coomes

No Experience Necessary
Penn AC recognizes that many people in Philadelphia and the surrounding communities travel past Boathouse Row and the Schuylkill River regularily, see people in rowing shells on the river and think to themselves, “I would love to try that.”

Penn AC’s Learn-to-Row ("LTR") classes are open to the public, and help to open doors to rowing on Boathouse Row. This introductory program is designed for those who have not rowed and who want to give it a try for the first time.

Club membership is not required for program registration and participation.

Participants must be at least 21 years of age.

Applications close the day prior to the start of each class in each session.

The six week program is designed as a stepping stone class for those with no rowing experience. The classes will focus on teaching proper boat handling, the basics of rowing/sculling, and boathouse etiquette. The first of three levels, this introductory program progressively builds participants' competency and skill on the water as an avenue for new masters athletes and club membership.

Upon completion of the initial six week session participants want to continue rowing, Penn AC hosts continuing instruction for athletes looking to take their experience and make it part of their exercise routine or lifestyle.

Eligible Participants
All Learn to Row participants must complete a waiver and release of liability and attest that they are able to swim prior to starting the Learn to Row program.

Class Dates and Tuition
In 2024 there will be several weekday LTR sessions:

FIRST SESSION
• Level 1: March 25 - May 2. Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 p.m - 7:15 p.m. $350 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 1
• Level 2: March 25 - May 2. Monday/Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. $350 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 2
• Level 3: March 25 - May 2. Monday/Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. $300 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 3

SECOND SESSION
• Level 1: May 20 - June 28. Monday/Wednesday 6:00 p.m - 7:15 p.m. $350 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 1
• Level 2: May 20 - June 28. Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. $350 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 2
• Level 3: May 20 - June 28. Monday/Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. $300 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 3

Completion of Level 1 session is a requirement for registration in Level 2.
Completion of Level 2 session is a requirement for registration in Level 3.

Additional sessions may be added if there is sufficient interest and coaching availability.

A Note About Class Size
If a class does not fill in a way that will permit it to run, registered participants may be asked to change the dates and/or times to accommodate an optimal rower/coach ratio. A full refund will be provided for classes that are canceled and/or if a participant cannot attened rescheduled class dates and/or times.

To apply for a Learn-to-Row class please register at RegattaCentral. If you are new to this service, you will need to first set up a free account before registering for the LTR program.

For more information, send an email to ltr@pennac.org.