From the dock to the catch in one spring.
CYC Rowing runs a Learn-to-Row class each spring. New rowers learn how to sweep (one oar) and scull (two oars).
Our next Learn to Row class will be held in the spring. Dates and registration are announced once they are finalized. Join the interest list and we'll reach out first.
First come, first served
Held each spring
Your classroom on Lake Wylie
Class starts at the boathouse and launch dock at Catawba Yacht Club. You'll learn to carry the shells, handle oars and push off from the dock on your first morning.
What the four sessions look like
The class begins with an evening on land followed by three weekend sessions on the water.
- 1Session 1 · Thursday evening, on land
Registration, payment, CYC intro, rowing demo, equipment & terminology.
- 2Session 2 · Weekend morning, on the water
First time in a shell, split into two groups.
- 3Session 3 · Weekend morning, on the water
Building the stroke as a crew.
- 4Session 4 · Weekend morning, on the water
Putting it together for a full row.
What to expect
Our goal is to enable you to row in a 4- or 8-person rowing shell using one or two oars. Most of you will sweep or scull, not both. On an exception basis, should you need to do one or the other, please include that request (and the reason) when you contact us.
Prerequisites
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must be able to swim.
- You must be able to do the rowing motion without pain or injury.
Where
Catawba Yacht Club, 19809 Youngblood Rd W, Charlotte, NC 28278. Directions
How registration will work
Registration and payment are handled directly by the Rowing Fleet Captain. When dates are set, everyone on the interest list hears first, then it's first come, first served. Contact us to get on the list or with your questions.