NRC offers learn to row classes for anyone who is interested in taking up the sport of rowing! The classes involve a brief orientation, and we get you out on the water on the very FIRST DAY. Experienced rowers will teach you the rowing stroke, basic rowing commands, and boat handling. The two-day class costs $50.00 per person, which will be credited to your club dues should you decide to join. After you complete the class, you are encouraged to come out to two open rows to practice what you’ve learned. This gives you the opportunity to row with NRC, meet members, and get to know us before you even join! Once you’ve been to two open rows you are welcome to continue rowing with the club by joining and paying the membership dues. See our membership policy under the members tab for all the details.
Generally, classes are held in May and early in September. Start watching the website a couple months prior for the sign-up announcement. During the winter months and during other months when our competitive groups are involved in regattas (races), classes are not held. All open rows are held at Hamilton Creek Marina.
Learn to Row Class (2011)
Next and LAST OF THE SUMMER LEARN TO ROW–August 27th and 28th
We will have two sessions from 12pm-2pm and 2pm-4pm. Please write in the memo line of your check which sessions you are available and indicate which you prefer. Priority will be given to the earliest checks that come in. If you write on the memo line that you can do either shift, then we will inform you via email on Monday, August 22nd which shift you are assigned. Contact Jon Miller for any questions or to reserve your spot.
Vanderbilt Rowing Coach Jon Miller and his crew are offering this class for those who would like to learn how to row. No previous rowing experience is required. NRC and Vanderbilt have worked together over the past few years on classes, regattas, as well as acquiring boats and other equipment. Once you have completed this training you are encouraged to come out for two open rows with the Nashville Rowing Club to try out your new skills. See the Open Row tab for details.
The $50 fee for this class will be credited toward club membership in the Nashville Rowing Club. See our Membership tab for more information on fees and membership. NRC is looking forward to meeting all you enthusiastic new rowers and welcoming you to the club!
Two Steps to Enroll:
1. Send check for $50 payable to Vanderbilt Rowing Club to:
Vanderbilt Rowing Club
PMB 40-1540
2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville TN 37240-1540
2. Send an email with your name and contact information to: vandyrowing@gmail.com
Spaces are limited, so enroll soon!
Rowing Safety:
Our rowing shell is under the command of the coxswain. Our rowing time will be approximately one hour. We are here to ensure that you have a comfortable and safe row with us. With that in mind, we remind you that rowing is a water sport, and it is important that you are a proficient swimmer. In the unlikely event of an emergency, your oar may be used as a flotation device.
Your oarlock has been designed for easy closure and release. To close, insert the oar into the oarlock, and turn the plastic fitting until it fits snugly. To release the oar, simply unscrew the plastic fitting.
In preparation for rowing, please ensure that your oarlocks are scurely fastened, and that you are not wearing any baggy clothing, as it may become entangled in the moving parts of the boat. A change of clothing and old athletic shoes is recommended.
Thank you for your attention. We will be rowing shortly!
