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Plan
to stay fit this summer by participating in one of the best all-around
fitness activities there is - ROWING!
Not only is rowing a
fantastic way to stay active, but a great way to meet new people.
Rowing encourages a great sense of rhythm, timing and
coordination, while at the same time increasing aerobic fitness and
over all strength. Rowing
is for all ages! No previous rowing
experience is necessary!
ABOUT THE LEARN TO ROW PROGRAM
- The Durham Rowing Club runs the
Learn-To-Row program on Lake Scugog from their boathouse, 8 Old Rail
Lane, Rotary Park in Port Perry, just north of the public boat launch
- The Learn-To-Row program comprises eight
2-hour sessions
- Your first Tuesday will consist of an
on-land/dockside session, followed by;
- The first 4 on water sessions new learn
to row participants receive in depth instruction and coaching with
other fellow learn to row participants. Sessions usually run every
Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 6:30P and 8:30P for 2 weeks.
- Upon completion of the first 4 on water
sessions, the participants receive a “4 row pass” where learn to row
participants integrate into the recreational program, where they meet
the club’s more experienced members, and see if rowing is for them.
Recreational rowing times are:
- Monday evening - 6:15P - 8:30P
- Wednesday evening - 6:15P - 8:30P
- Thursday morning - 5:15A - 7:00A
(subject to change)
- Saturday morning - 8:00A - 10:00A
- In addition to teaching the foundation
techniques rowing, the sessions also cover boat safety, rowing shell
care and coxing.
- The lead instructors are Certified Learn
to Row Instructors and/or RCA Coaches through Rowing Canada Aviron and
the Coaching Association of Canada.
- All on-water training takes place in
two, four and eight person rowing shells.
The first session is scheduled to commence in the first week of May and
continuing into August.
Spaces are
limited, so enroll early!!
Due to the nature of our sport, you do need to be physically able to
participate in potentially strenuous
activity.
While no previous rowing experience is necessary, the following are the
requirements to participate in the
program, if in doubt please
consult your physician, be a competent
swimmer, be at least 14 years of age
and are prepared to observe the safety and Standard Operating
Procedures of the Durham Rowing Club.
The full Learn-to-Row fee can be credited against a FULL Club
Membership. Check out the
rowing
schedule!
For further information check out our FAQ
page or contact
us
A printable version of this info can be found here.
REGISTER!
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