Rowing Lessons for all ages

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Brief Description
Activity:	Oklahoma City Rowing (Learn Rowing)
Listed in:	Oklahoma City, OK
Listed by:	Oklahoma City Riversport
Age:	Any
Days of Week:	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Gender:	Co-ed

Detailed Description

BOATHOUSE 101
This free, one-hour session includes an overview of rowing, kayaking and dragon boating for those ages 8+. Call (405) 552-4040 or email us to schedule your session.

DISCOVER ROWING
Discover Rowing is a 90-minute introduction to this exciting sport! You’ll learn basic information about rowing shells, oars and rowing technique. Start out learning the basics of the stroke on the indoor rowing machine, then experience the thrill of moving water in the dynamic propulsion rowing tank- an indoor rowing space with both moving water and moving rowing stations – so you can build your skills with confidence on land. Next you’ll get on the water in a very safe, very flat-bottomed rowing barge. It’s a great way to explore rowing – even better when you schedule it with a bunch of friends.

Follow the link for dates and registration information. Appropriate for ages 13+. Cost: $35. Maximum 20 people per class.
Classes take place April through October [class dates]

JUNIOR LEARN-TO-ROW
Interested in learning to row? We’ll teach you how! At the beginning of the Chesapeake Junior Crew fall and spring rowing seasons (September and January), the first two weeks are dedicated to teaching new rowers. Plus we offer sessions throughout the summer. You’ll learn the basics of rowing and meet other youth rowers from across the metro, then see if you want to join the team. Email us to learn more. Youth ages 13-19 and their parents are invited to a “Discover Junior Crew” session Monday, Aug. 29, at 4 p at the Chesapeake Boathouse, 725 S. Lincoln Blvd. The two-hour session provides an overview of the sport and the opportunity for youth to take a rowing lesson. The first two weeks of the rowing season are free to new recruits. [register]

ADULT LEARN TO ROW
RIVERSPORT Learn to Row classes introduce you to rowing in a fun and easy-going atmosphere. You have a choice of weekday or weekend classes as noted below. Follow the links below for current class dates. Appropriate for ages 18+.

Learn to Row 1 will introduce you to sweep rowing (one oar). During this class, you’ll learn the basics of the rowing stroke on an indoor rowing machine and in the dynamic propulsion rowing tank – an indoor rowing space with both moving water and moving rowing stations – so you can build your skills with confidence on land. Once you become familiar with the equipment, basic skills and safety rules, you’ll get on the water in a wide, stable rowing barge and then an eight-person sweep rowing boat. After this class, you’re ready for Learn to Row 2.

Learn to Row 2 picks up right where Learn to Row 1 left off, giving you more instruction to solidify good rowing technique on the indoor rowing machine and in the rowing tank during this class. Then you’ll get on the water to learn to scull (rowing with two oars). You’ll start out the class in large, four or eight-person sculling boats before getting out in a wide, sturdy single scull. Now you’re ready for Learn to Row 3.

Learn to Row 3 gets you prepared to row with the RIVERSPORT Masters (adults) novice rowing team or to take out a single on your own during open rowing, which is time set aside to take out a boat and get additional, un-coached practice. This class includes instruction on the indoor rowing machines and indoor rowing tank, and focuses on getting you comfortable launching, rowing, steering and docking a small boat.

Learn to Row 1: Cost $85
Early Morning [class dates] Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs > 6-7:30 a.m.
Mid Morning [class dates] Tues, Thurs, Fri > 9-11 a.m.
Evening [class dates] Mon, Tues, Thurs > 5:45-7:45 p.m.
Weekend [class dates] Saturdays/Sundays > 1-4 p.m.

Learn to Row 2: Cost $85 
Early Morning [class dates] Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs > 6-7:30 a.m. 
Mid Morning [class dates] Tues, Thurs, Fri > 9-11 a.m. 
Evening [class dates] Mon, Tues, Thurs > 5:45-7:45 p.m. 
Weekend [class dates] Saturdays/Sundays > 1-4 p.m.

Learn to Row 3: Cost $150 
Mid Morning [class dates] Tues, Thurs, Fri > 9-11 a.m. 
Evening [class dates] Mon, Tues, Thurs > 5:45-7:45 p.m. 
Weekend [class dates] Saturdays/Sundays > 1-4 p.m.

PRIVATE LESSONS & COACHING
Whether you want a few private lessons to hone your skills, or you just prefer working one-on-one, private lessons and coaching are also available. The boathouse has several coaches who are approved to provide individual or small group coaching. Private coaching can be scheduled by contacting us at (405) 552-4040 or sending an email.

Location
Chesapeake Boathouse 725 S. Lincoln Boulevard Oklahoma City, OK 73129

Contact Information
Contact Phone:	(405) 552-4040
Website:	http://riversportokc.org/lessons