Learn to Row Program (LTR)

Learning to Row

The first step is to learn how to row. Our Learn to Row Program (LTR) will teach you:

• Boat familiarity and handling

• Rowing terminology

• Safety rules for navigation

• Rowing techniques (on water and in the gym)

• How great rowing is!

Adult LTR Course (over 18)

• Adult LTR course is held at our Carrington Boat Shed starting with a Friday evening welcome then on water sessions over the next 3 consecutive weekends in the early morning.

• Each course had a max of 8 participants

• All participants must be able to swim 100m in light clothing.

• Cost of the adult LTR course is $250. Course participants who join the club following their LTR program will receive a $100 credit towards their full membership.

• Applications are now OPEN for our next June 2026 LTR course.

  • Friday 12 June 6pm -7pm - welcome and safety briefing

  • Saturday and Sunday on water sessions - 6.30am - 8am

    • 13-14 June

    • 20-21 June

    • 27-28June

  • We will contact you before the program to confirm your participation, times, clothing, footwear and location.

• Junior LTR Courses (14 - 17)

  • Junior LTR and coaching is an individual program, please email us at newcastlerowing@gmail.com to develop your individual plan.

  • All participants must be at least 14 years of age and able to confidently swim 100m in light clothing.

  • Cost of the Junior LTR Program is $120.

Continue rowing after Learn to Row (LTR)

Once you complete the LTR, we welcome you to continue rowing with us by joining our club.

Please complete a Membership Application Form and pay the applicable membership fee.

Then join our ‘Turn Up N Row’ sessions for coaching and guidance, get to know other members, build on your experience. train indoor and outdoor then become involved in more social and/or competitive rowing, depending on your personal goals

All junior rowers (14-17yrs) who complete the course can also join and develop their rowing skills as part of our Junior Development Squad.

Experienced Rowers

Experienced rowers are welcome to join our Club please refer to the information on our Membership page for new members. Please email us at newcastlerowing@gmail.com to further discuss your experience and goals. We will include you in groups best suited to you.

Rowing is good for you! 

Benefits of rowing. CLICK HERE to download the PDF.