Adult Learn-To-Row Lessons
Discover Rowing at JRC
Jacksonville is a water-lover’s city with great weather year-round. What better way to enjoy the Great Outdoors and get in a great workout than to row our beautiful rivers! Jacksonville Rowing Club provides our community with the tools and opportunity to learn to row — a sport well-known for providing a full body, no-impact workout.
Open House Events
Even if you’re completely new to rowing, you are absolutely welcome to attend one of our upcoming Open House events. Meet some of our members & coaches, get a tour of the boathouse, and ask us questions about rowing in general and the programs we offer — including Learn-to-Row! If you’re thinking of signing up, our Open House days are a great opportunity to get a feel for what we do before the class registration is finalized, plus you can meet some friendly faces you’ll see again once the sessions start up.
2025 Open House Dates (9–10 a.m.)
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Saturday, April 19. 2025
Saturday, June 28. 2025
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Learn-to-Row Program
JRC’s Learn-to-Row Program is designed for the beginner. We teach you the essentials of rowing in a small class environment. No prior rowing experience is necessary. By the end of this 18-hour course, you will have firsthand experience of what rowing is about, as well as the fundamental skills needed to join our regular weekend practices. Our program is designed for novices, but many people interested in returning to rowing after a long absence might also find the classes helpful as a refresher.
The month-long course provides instruction on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9:15–11:30 a.m. Class is limited to 16 participants, so sign up to reserve your spot.
Classes run for four (4) consecutive weekends and comprise training on and off the water, including instruction on how to use Concept2 rowing machines (ergs). Our 8-session program is designed to give you a solid foundation in fundamental skills and plenty of actual time on the water in a real boat, introducing you to new skills at a manageable, steady pace. At many clubs across the country, adult Learn-to-Row classes are often just one or two sessions in length — not really enough time (in our opinion) to cover the basics in a way that’s comfortable and confidence-building, much less ensures adequate hands-on experience to help you decide whether or not rowing is a hobby you’d like to continue.
(FYI, we’re also one of the most affordable Learn-to-Row programs in the country!)
2025 Learn-to-Row Class Schedule
Please reach out to Coach Mark Frampton at [email protected] about the session you’re interested in (well in advance, if possible) — and try to swing by for one of our Open House events!
January Class – January 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, & 26
March Class – March 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, & 23
May Class – May 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, & 25
July Class – July 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, August 2, & 3
September Class – September 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, & 28
November Class – November 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, & 23
Learn-to-Row Program Details
Lesson Times: 9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Saturday and Sunday mornings (weather permitting)
Cost: $150 – Includes instruction, equipment, and insurance
Students Accepted: Adults only. (For information on youth rowing programs in the area, please reach out to [email protected].)
Class Size: Limited to 16 participants
Prerequisite: Proficiency in swimming and the ability to lift ~20 lb. ** If you have any health issues or athletic limitations, please inform Coach Frampton ahead of time. **
Registration and Additional Information: Email Coach Mark Frampton at [email protected]