Adult Learn To Row - Los Gatos Rowing Club

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Adult Learn to Row

Rowing is a full-body workout, a mental reset, and a powerful way to connect with others on the water. At Los Gatos Rowing Club, adults of all ages and experience levels are welcome to learn, grow, and be part of a supportive community. Whether you’re looking to try something new, get active outdoors, or build a new routine, our Adult Learn to Row programs are designed to meet you where you are.

Why Rowing

Low-impact, full-body fitness
Builds strength, endurance, and coordination
Time on the water in a team setting
Welcoming, community-driven environment

Getting Started

We recommend starting with Intro to Rowing before joining Learn to Row, but it’s not required. Many participants choose the path that best fits their schedule and goals.

Intro to Rowing

A great first step if you’re curious about the sport.

2.5-hour introductory session
Learn the fundamentals on rowing machines (ergs)
Get on the water in a barge with guidance from experienced coaches
No prior experience required

This session is designed to give you a feel for rowing in a fun, low-pressure environment.

Before signing up for our any of our sessions, you must:

Have the ability to swim: Swim Waiver
Have the ability to lift 30 pounds overhead as well as carry weight on your shoulders
After signing up, you must download, fill out and bring with you to the first session the 2024 US Rowing Waiver

Learn to Row

A deeper introduction for those ready to build skills and continue.

4-day session (Saturday and Sunday mornings over two weekends)
Introduction to the boathouse, equipment, and safety rules
Learn rowing mechanics and drills on ergs
Progress to rowing in an 8+ boat with a team
Designed to prepare participants for transition into the Novice Program

This session is designed to give you a feel for rowing in a fun, low-pressure environment.

Before signing up for our any of our sessions, you must:

Have the ability to swim: Swim Waiver
Have the ability to lift 30 pounds overhead as well as carry weight on your shoulders
After signing up, you must download, fill out and bring with you to the first session the 2024 US Rowing Waiver

Please note that practice for our Novice Rowing Program is Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 5:30 am - 7:30am and that is the program that you would go into after completing Learn to Row.


Session	2.5 hour session with time on the rowing machine and the water.
Training Schedule	Saturday or Sunday
Fees	$50


Session	3 sessions a year, between May and September
Training Schedule	2 weekends Saturday, Sunday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Fees	$120

What's Next?

Once you've completed these learning sessions, you can become an LGRC member and join our Novice Masters sweep program.

Sweep Program

Note: if you're interested in learning to scull, we require you have at least 45 hours of rowing experience. We'd like for our members to row in a sweep program for about 6 weeks before beginning a Learn to Scull program.

Sculling Program