Learn to Row

Winter 2025 - 2026 Learn to Row Program

This nine-week Learn to Row course is designed as an introduction to basic rowing technique. Athletes will learn proper rowing form and develop the skills, drills, tasks, and vocabulary needed to row safely. We will introduce you to the club and prepare you for many types of rowing shells.
 

Membership is not required to take Learn to Row classes. 

Winter Learn to Row

September 8 – November 8
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
8:00 am to 9:30 am

Novice Learn to Row

This nine-week course is designed to practice your rowing technique and get you started on the path to a rowing career. If interested, racing becomes an option for rowers at this level.

Fall 2025 Novice
9 weeks, $395
September 8 – November 8
Mondays and Wednesdays;  6:15 pm to 8:15 pm.

Learn to Erg

Rowing indoors is a low impact cardio, full body workout. Learn to ‘Erg’ classes teach you the proper techniques, mechanics, and lingo of rowing on Concept II rowing machines. Why
are they called ergs? Rowing machines are actually ergometers, which measure the amount of work a person does while rowing (think back to those high school science classes!).

In a short time, you will increase your conditioning, improve your skills and efficiency by using the proper muscle groups, and dip your toes into the rowing community. Classes can be taken purely for fitness or in preparation for Learn to Row and will include functional stretching with each class. For those wishing to continue on to Learn to Row (LTR), your spot will be reserved for you in the next LTR class offered. Space is limited to 11 participants, so sign up now and reserve your ERG!

Participation in the Learn To Erg season is not required for the Learn To Row classes.

Member Registration

Dates are inclusive.

First time users need to create a “Parent of Rower” account and then add a “Youth Rower”. 

Guest Registration

Mission

We are dedicated to offering individuals of all ages the opportunity to learn the sport of rowing in a safe, fun, and beautiful environment.

Vision

WRA offers a variety of programs for all ages and experience levels.

Values

We believe the positive attributes of rowing are tangible across a lifespan and we are passionate about providing access to all.

Whatcom Rowing Association (WRA) is a nonprofit community-based rowing club that has served Whatcom County since 2011. Whether you have previous experience or have never touched an oar we have something for you. 

Have Questions?

Please fill out the program information form to learn more and connect with us at WRA. 

Program Information Form