LEARN TO ROW COHORTS AT SCRC

Enjoy summer on the river…
While learning to row!

Each Learn-to-Row cohorts meet for 5-sessions

  • Practices are on Saturdays

  • Sessions are weather dependent. If we are unable to be on the water, training will be held on land.

  • Upon successful completion of the program, you will be ready to join our Masters (Adult) coached program, with the option to attend morning and evening practices up to 5 days a week.

  • You do NOT need to participate in the Free Intro session to enroll in a Learn-to-Row cohort.

Meets Saturdays 8 - 10am

$175 per cohort

2025 SESSION DATES

Spring Cohort

  • May 24 Free Intro

  • May 31

  • June 7

  • June 14

  • June 21

  • June 28

Summer Cohort

  • July 12 Free Intro

  • July 19

  • July 26

  • August 2

  • August 9

  • August 16

Fall Cohort

  • August 23 Free Intro

  • September 6

  • September 13

  • September 20

  • September 27

  • October 11

REQUIRED WAIVERS:

The Release & Waiver Form above should be submitted by prior to the start of the first practice.

Without a completed waiver, you will not be allowed to participate!

WHAT TO BRING

REQUIRED TO BRING:

  • Any medical devices (EpiPen, inhaler, etc.) in a Ziploc

  • Suitable workout clothes (see below)

SUGGESTED TO BRING:

  • Water bottle

  • Hat and/or sunglasses

  • Rain Gear (if applicable)

Athletes should bring clothes that are comfortable for outdoor activity, with the possibility of wind and a bit of water.

Here are a few things to avoid:

  • Clothes that are overly baggy or bulky. Baggy and bulky clothes can get in the way while rowing, and even get caught in the sliding tracks of the seat. Spandex is not necessary, but clothes that are reasonably slim-fitting are ideal for rowing.

  • Cotton. Cotton does not insulate when wet, dries slowly, and performs best on land. Basic tech fabrics such as polyester and fleece can take the occasional splash and will keep you more comfortable on the water.

  • Valuable or otherwise irreplaceable clothes. While rowing is not a particularly rough sport, it does involve carrying things on shoulders, close encounters with river water, and perhaps an occasional run-in with the aforementioned seat tracks. Outfit accordingly. You will earn more style points with beautiful form than with a designer wardrobe!

LOCATION & SAFETY

 

SCRC is located at an ideal location on the Allegheny River, offering the calmest stretch of water in Pittsburgh. Our “pool” is home to several islands (including a State Park), and beautiful tree-lined shores home to beavers, bald eagles, and post-industrial relics.

Coaches and counselors are certified in First Aid and CPR, and subject to a full criminal background check.

We take safety seriously! River and weather conditions are monitored on an hourly basis, and we take every possible measure to ensure that everyone enjoys their time on the water.

If conditions are not safe or conducive for safe outdoor practice, we will hold practice indoors or remotely.

Steel City Rowing Club is located at:

101 Arch St.
Verona, PA 15147