Want to give rowing a try?  Well join our Learn2Row program at Essendon Rowing Club.  This program is for beginners with no previous experience. Come along by yourself or with friends.  The Maribyrnong is a scenic and quiet river which makes it a great place to learn to row.  Plus there is free parking right beside the club.

All sessions will be conducted in groups of 4.

By the end of the program you will be able to:

• perform the basic rowing technique
• manoeuvre the boat on the water
• row as a crew

The program is run by Essendon Rowing Club members who are qualified coaches.

Pre-Requisite:

Adult Learn2Row participants should be a minimum of 18 years old, able to swim at least 50 metres unassisted and be of good general health.

What to wear and bring:

Rowers sit on a sliding seat in a narrow boat so it is essential that you wear clothing that allows you to move freely but is not baggy so as to avoid getting caught in the moving parts of the boat.  In the summer months, please put on sunscreen and wear a hat and sunglasses.  In the cooler months, it is best to layer your clothing. Always bring a bottle of water with you.  You will need to wear socks and runners for the erg component of the sessions.

Cost:

The program runs for four sessions (each session is 90 mins) and costs $200. This cost covers all coaching and equipment.

When and where:

All sessions take place at the Essendon Rowing Club, 48 The Boulevard, Moonee Ponds.  Sessions will commence at 9:00am and finish at 10:30am. 

For further information please contact either Lisa Gandolfo lisagandolfo24@gmail.com or Judy Armstrong secretary@essrc.com