FAQ

In rowing the main source of power is the legs and trunk and the oars are locked in place in the oarlock. In paddling sports, the upper body is the main source of power and the paddles are not fixed to the boat. Rowers sit on a sliding seat and look behind themselves. Paddlers kneel or sit and face forward. There are two disciplines to rowing; sculling and sweep. In sculling athletes use two oars each and in sweep rowing they use just one oar. Some rowing boats also use a coxswain to steer, guide, and encourage the crew.

The chances are overturning a rowing boat are slim. The boats themselves and the oars are designed to provide floatation if one overturns or swamps. It is highly recommended that aspiring rowers know how to swim. When you fill out the Rowing Membership application you will be asked to declare your level of swimming ability. If you do not consider yourself to be a strong swimmer, we recommend that you schedule a test locally to assess the same.

If you fall into this category, then taking a Learn to Row (LTR) session is the appropriate place to start. Please contact us to find out when our next LTR intake will be.

Unfortunately, we do not offer boat storage. Our facilities are cramped and as a result we are not able to offer any form of storage for boats that we do not own ourselves.

No, only registered rowing members have access to our equipment as part of their rowing membership.

Typically, the season is 12 months in duration. We generally train on the water from April 1 to October 31. From November 1 until March 31 we train indoors at our facilities making use of our rowing machines, cardio equipment and our weight room. The level of your commitment and involvement with the sport will determine how often you will practice each week during the season.

Absolutely! The summer U21/U23 is the correct program for you if you wish to row during the summer break.