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Since 1979, Los Gatos Rowing Club has welcomed adult rowers of all experience levels to the scenic Lexington Reservoir in Los Gatos California. Whether you’re brand new to the sport, a seasoned competitor, traveling rower, or collegiate on break we have a program to match your goals and experience. Not sure where to start? Let us guide you:

Path of Membership

From starting as rowing curious all the way to highly competitive we have programs that will fit you. As you grow in experience you can move up into the more advanced programs with like-minded club members. We also offer programs for collegiate and recreational rowing.

1. Learn to Row

2. Novice

3.Intermediate

4. Competitive

Learn to Row

It's important that you get enough instruction in order to become a member. You can start with our Learn to Row class. This will get you ready to join one our Novice sweep rowing program. If you have rowing experience a skills refresher may be needed, this is a great way to get you back in the boat.

Each four-day class is designed to prepare you for the novice rowing program at LGRC. Completion of a learn to row class (all four days) is required before signing up for the Novice Sweep Program, unless you have rowed before.

This class gives attendees a chance to experience rowing both on the ergometer and on the water in one of our rowing shells. You'll learn basic rowing techniques which will help you transition to the novice sweep rowing program.

Once you have completed the learn to row program you will be eligible to start the Novice Masters program.

Details

Novice Masters

The Novice Sweep program is a co-ed program. Newly graduated Learn to Row attendees will focus on improving basic skills, fitness and rowing technique. Rowers can then move to the advanced group within the program to further their rowing development.

Rowers have the option to compete in local regattas, meet other teams and have fun competing against other rowing clubs. The races vary in distance, rowers race 5,000 meters during the fall “head season” and 1,000 meters during the spring/summer “sprint season.”

*Prerequisites: Completion of the Learn to Row class or recent rowing experience


Session	3 sessions a year, 8 weeks each
Training Schedule	Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 5:30am - 7:30am
Fees	$510 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

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Intermediate Masters Programs

This co-ed program is for adult rowers who have a solid background in rowing, either through completion of novice sweep program or prior rowing experience, and want to take their skills to the next level while challenging their fitness, strength and racing skills.

Practice takes place in eights, fours and small boats (singles, double, pairs). Coaches group rowers by similar ability levels and set lineups for both practice and regattas.

Prerequisites: Completion of two years of novice sweep rowing, or based on the coach's evaluation of the rowers skills.


Session	3 sessions a year
Training Schedule	Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:30am - 7:30am Sunday 6:00am - 8:00am
Fees	$510 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

Interest Form

Competitive Masters Program

This program focuses on preparing rowers for specific races throughout the seasons. Rowers who are interested in the program must meet erg requirements and skill evaluation by the coach to participate. Practice takes place in eights, fours, quads and small boats (singles, double, pairs).


Session	6 Weeks
Training Schedule	Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Fees	$510 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

Interest Form

Masters Sculling Program

The "Sculling Certification Preparation Program" provides two days per week of coached time in singles for novice and intermediate scullers needing time on the water to practice and advance their certification level. Personal feedback supports each participant's needs and goals.

Session: 2-4 sessions a year, 8 weeks each

The "Sculling Technique and Conditioning Program" series focuses on single sculling for the experienced sculler, providing structured training to increase conditioning and performance, with personalized technique coaching and on-the-water workout sessions.

Session: 2-3 sessions a year, 8 weeks each

Session Sculling 1

Training Schedule Tuesday, Thursday 5:45am - 7:45am and Saturday 6:00am - 8:00am (combined Saturdays)

Fees $300 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

Session Sculling 2

Training Schedule Monday, Wednesday 5:45am - 7:45am and Saturday 6:00am - 8:00am (combined Saturdays)

Fees $300 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

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Session	Sculling 1
Training Schedule	Tuesday, Thursday 5:45am - 7:45am and Saturday 6:00am - 8:00am (combined Saturdays)
Fees	$300 (approximately, will vary by length of session)


Session	Sculling 2
Training Schedule	Monday, Wednesday 5:45am - 7:45am and Saturday 6:00am - 8:00am (combined Saturdays)
Fees	$300 (approximately, will vary by length of session)

Land Training

During open boathouse time, masters rowers can get in a solid land workout using our Concept2 rowing machines, stationary bikes, and a modest assortment of weights. It’s a friendly, low‑key training area perfect for improving conditioning, building strength, and staying connected with teammates.

Private Rowing Lessons

Our club offers private rowing lessons for athletes looking to build skills and confidence on the water. Coaching is tailored to your experience level and goals — whether you’re learning to scull in a single, moving into larger boats, or developing your sweep technique with a crew.

If you’re new to rowing, you’ll begin with our Learn to Row class, followed by one session of the Novice Sweep program (about six weeks). This ensures you have the fundamentals needed before starting private lessons.

For rowers who have previous sculling or sweep experience, we provide certification and refresher lessons to help you get back on the water safely and confidently.

Before signing up, please contact a coach to discuss lesson options and scheduling.

Coaches

Membership

All of the above programs require club membership in addition to the program fees. Check out our Membership Information to learn more.

Type	Fee (annual)	Summary
General - Age 27+	$750	This membership runs annually September 1 - August 31. General membership entitles use of rowing and weight training equipment (subject to availability/priorities), facilities, an option to rent private boat storage if available, and access to Lexington Reservoir. This membership option also provides for participation in club organized coached rowing programs (additional fees apply).
General - Age 18-26	$375	General membership for those under 27 provides the same benefits as the over 27 option. While under-27 members are able to participate in coached rowing programs, please note that US Rowing regulations classify this age group as Open or AA. As such, this age group will generally not race with over-27 groups.
General - Age 75+	$375	General membership for those 75 and over provides the same benefits as the over 27 option.
Summer Collegiate	$75	(June - September) This option is for LGRC alumni and collegiate rowers (must be participating in a college-level rowing program) who wish to continue their fitness and training on an independent basis. Summer members have access to club facilities, equipment (subject to availability/priorities) and Lexington Reservoir. No coaching is included. The summer program runs from June 1 through the end of September.
Out-of-Area	$275	This membership option is for out-of-area members who are able to use LGRC facilities only half of the year or less. Out-of-area members must reside at least 100 miles from Los Gatos when they are out of the area. Out-of-area members are entitled to all general membership benefits.
Sustaining	$200	Los Gatos Rowing Club is very much an alumni and family-oriented club. We welcome non-rowing members who are interested in joining the community organization. Sustaining members are welcome at all club functions and events and will be included in club correspondences but are not voting members. Sustaining members can use the facilities and equipment a maximum of 5 times per membership year, providing they have certified rowing experience, and are required to sign a USRowing “Release of Liability” waiver and the LGRC Swim Waiver.
San Jose State Student	$100 per semester	Available only to currently-enrolled SJSU students who have completed an SJSU Intro To Rowing class or have verifiable previous high school rowing experience. Non-voting membership. Restricted rowing times.
Private Boat Storage	$700 for a double, $500 for a single.	A limited number of private member boat storage spaces are available inside the LGRC boathouse for members to store single and double sculling boats. Storage rates: $700 for a double, $500 for a single.

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