ZLAC offers Learn to Row courses throughout the year. Rowers will have an opportunity to continue on to the ZLAC Masters Program upon successful completion of the course.
Email athletics@zlac.org for more information. Or fill out the Rowing Interest Form.
ZLAC Learn to Row Program
The program will consist of four or five sessions covering boat handling, water safety, and the fundamentals of rowing. Participants will be coached in small groups both on the water in boats and on indoor rowing machines. Attendance the first five sessions (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and the following Saturday and Sunday) is required to join the Masters Program. For additional information, here’s a current flyer.
Semi-Private Sessions
If there are no upcoming Learn to Row programs listed, please contact masters@zlac.org. We can organize a semi-private Learn to Row session if there is a group of three or more students.
Requirements
Rowers must furnish written proof that they are water-safe and are able to swim/tread water in open water conditions. Please fill out the waiver and make sure to have your swim test completed before showing up at the first session.
Physical requirements: to row a boat you must be able to get it to the water! Your share of an 8+ boat is about 35 pounds; therefore, you must be able to lift 35 pounds straight over your head. For safety reasons, you will be asked to perform this at orientation.
Before You Arrive
Wear athletic clothing, preferably shorts or spandex along with a T-shirt that you don't mind getting a little dirty/wet. Bring a hat, socks, and sneakers each day. The first day will mostly be on the rowing machines known as “ergs.”
Bring a plastic water bottle (no stainless steel or metal flask type bottles, as they can damage the boats).
Apply sunscreen.
Be sure to come with a good attitude and be coachable! Rowing is the ultimate team sport and will be unlike anything you've ever tried. Get ready to have fun!
Upcoming Masters’ Learn to Row Classes
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