Summer 2026
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Sweep - 4 to 8 Rower Boats
Beginner
Learn-to-Row - Sweep
In sweep rowing each rower holds one oar. Sweep classes are taught in an eight-person or four-person boat that are steered by people called coxswains. In this program, rowers will learn boat-handling skills, water safety, and will be introduced to the basics of rowing technique in a small group. There is no pre-requisite for this program, but you must be able to swim. Two times are offered per session, early morning or late morning.
Prerequisites:
- USRowing Waiver – Click to print, sign and bring with you
- The ability to swim
Cost: $60
Participants Per Session: 6
Dates & Times: This program has already occurred – additional dates may be scheduled (2.5 Hour Program)
*Registration is completed on RegattaCentral our registration service provider.
Intermediate
Recreational Sweep
Are you looking to expand your rowing experience and increase your fitness while enjoying the outdoors? Recreational Sweep will build your technique and fitness in a friendly small group setting. This program is for sweep rowers who have previous participation in FVRA’s Winter Learn to Row program or similar introductory rowing experience. You must also be able to swim. This group meets weekly at Camp Shalom in Windsor, CT. Rowers will primarily be rowing in an 8, but may be broken up into 4s. This is a coached session that will work on building basic understanding of rowing technique, control and boat feel.
Prerequisites:
- Indoor Winter Beginner Program, a Learn-to-Row class, or similar introductory rowing experience
- A current USRowing Waiver & Membership (Learn to Row or Basic) which includes an additional fee of $10-$25.
- The ability to swim
- Emergency contact sheet on file
Cost: $220
Participants Per Session: 8
Dates & Times:
Session II – 6 Rows – Thur 6 – 8 PM/Sun 8:30 – 10:30
June 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28
Additional Sessions May Be Planned for July-Aug
*Registration is completed on RegattaCentral our registration service provider.
Join FVRA as a Coxswain
A coxswain [ kok-suhn ] is a key part of team sweep boats. They steer, act as the in-boat coach – running practice drills and workouts, and listen to the coach to communicate changes.
Sculling - Small Boats
Beginner
Learn to Scull
This clinic provides an introduction to sculling technique. All participants will be rowing in a recreational single also known as a “tub” to provide a stable base to learn basic movements. Pre-row homework will be sent the week before the session to allow all participants to have a general technique overview before getting out on the water. The clinic will be run by 2 FVRA coaches as well as several support volunteers who will help to guide you while out on the water.
Prerequisites:
- A current USRowing Waiver & Membership (Learn to Row or Basic) which includes an additional fee of $10-$25.
- The ability to swim
- Emergency contact sheet on file
Cost: $120
Max Participants: 4 (Min participants 3)
Date & Time: This program has already occurred – additional dates may be scheduled (4 Hour Program)
*Registration is completed on RegattaCentral our registration service provider.
Experienced
Advanced Sculling Clinic
This clinic will provide a more advanced technique exploration for experienced rowers. The clinic will be run by 2 FVRA coaches and will include small group instruction, video review and one-on-one coaching opportunities. Personal boats are welcome as part of this clinic however a small number of club boats are also available to be assigned to participants on a first come first served basis based on previous experience.
Prerequisites:
- A current USRowing Waiver & Membership (Learn to Row or Basic) which includes an additional fee of $10-$25.
- The ability to swim
- Emergency contact sheet on file
Cost: $120
Max Participants: 6
(Min participants 3)
Date & Time: This program has already occurred – additional dates may be scheduled (4 Hour Program)
*Registration is completed on RegattaCentral our registration service provider.
All Levels
Private Sculling Lessons
Work with a coach in a small boat for a session catered directly to your experience and technique focus. Learn to scull, build boat speed or fine tune your stroke during a 2 hour row scheduled directly with one of our FVRA coaches.
- Scheduled per athlete with coaches as available
- Only available from mid/end May to mid/end Oct (on weekends in Fall Sept/Oct) due to water temperatures and light availability.
Prerequisites:
- A current USRowing Waiver & Membership (Learn to Row or Basic) which includes an additional fee of $10-$25.
- The ability to swim
- Emergency contact sheet on file
Cost: $120
Date & Time: Link to pick from available time slots will be provided upon registration. Preference is for early morning lessons (6-8 AM) due to calm water and lack of boat traffic but times may be scheduled AM/PM throughout the week.
Lesson Gift Certificates Available
Give the gift of sculling for an upcoming holiday or birthday! We have Sculling Lesson certificates available provided as a pdf. that can be purchased at any time.