This class is for brand new scullers (two oars per person) who may be
entirely new to the sport of rowing or existing sweep rowers trying
something new. This class will meet Tues/Wed/Thurs for the first 2
weeks. This class will focus on SCULLING, where everyone holds two
oars (as opposed to sweep where everyone holds one oar). This class
will teach you the basics of the rowing stroke beginning on the rowing
machines. You'll LEARN THE BASICS ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT AND TERMINOLOGY
AND START ROWING ON THE WATER IN WIDE, flat bottom boats and progress
to narrower racing type boats. The class may also utilize 2 or 4
person SCULLING BOATS BASED ON THE NEEDS/desires of the class and/or
conditions. Completion of this class is required to move to the next
level in SCULLING, Intermediate SCULLING. OR you can try your hand at
sweep by taking a LEARN-to-row sweep class. From college students to
retirees, beginners to the very experienced, men and women of all ages
and physical abilities can participate in Riverfront Recapture classes
for beginning, intermediate and experienced rowers. Classes are
offered in both large, team boats (sweep rowing) and smaller,
individual boats (SCULLING) in spring, summer, and fall, and during
the winter we train indoors. Financial assistance may be available to
adult rowers. To inquire, contact Jonathan Near by email at
jnear@riverfront.org.Event reminder
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June 23 - July 16, 2026
Tuesday, Thursday
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Riverfront Recapture Boathouse
20 Leibert Rd Riverside Park HARTFORD, CT 06120 View Map
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