We are thrilled that you have found us and are interested in learning to row. Here at Bainbridge Island Rowing we believe that rowing changes lives through friendships, community, teamwork and the serenity of being out on the water. Every spring through summer, we offer Learn to Row classes on the water. During the winter months, we offer ‘Learn to Erg’ classes indoors on the erg (rowing machine).
Learn to Erg 2025
These learn-to-erg sessions are on-land fitness/functional stretching sessions. They are designed to teach proper rowing form and prepare you for the Spring Learn-to-Row classes. Participation in the winter learn-to-erg season is not required for the Spring learn-to-row classes but is highly encouraged.
Dates TBD | 17 sessions total
Program Times: Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6:15-7:30pm
Class limit: 16
Cost: Program Fees and Winter Dues
Additional Cost: $25 for USRowing Basic Membership ($20 for existing members) All rowers must have a valid US Rowing Basic Membership (good for 365 days).
Look for Learn to Row 2025
The format is a Weekend Intensive followed by skills development rowing sessions twice a week for two weeks. You are expected to commit to and attend all sessions. Once you learned the skills and completed a Learn to Row class, you will have the opportunity to join our Novice rowing group. An essential part of BIR is safety and we require all participants that will be in our rowing shells to complete a float test. This is usually scheduled after a boathouse orientation on the evening of the first session at the Bainbridge Island Aquatics Center.
Learn to Row classes require a minimum enrollment of 4 people.
Learn to Row Session 1 | Dates TBD | $TBD
Learn to Row Session 2 | Dates TBD | $TBD
Learn to Row Session 3 | Dates TBD | $TBD
Additional Cost: $25 for USRowing Basic Membership ($20 for existing members) All rowers must have a valid US Rowing Basic Membership (good for 365 days).
