Youth Intro to Rowing

(FREE)

Learn the basics, explore the boathouse, and meet the middle and high school team! No commitment required!

Saturday May 10 | 10AM-NOON

WHAT TO BRING / WEAR

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

  • Water bottle

  • Hat and/or sunglasses

  • Suitable workout clothes that are comfortable for outdoor activity, with the possibility of wind and a bit of water;

  • Sneakers (for land workouts)

  • Layers and/or a change of clothes for afterward, if needed

  • Rain gear, depending on the weather

WHAT TO AVOID WEARING

  • Clothes that are overly baggy or bulky, which can get caught in the sliding tracks of the seat. Spandex is not necessary, but clothes that are reasonably form-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.