Learn to Row (LTR)

Discover Rowing on the Cuyahoga River

Learn to Row is a two-hour introductory session for adults (18+) who are new to rowing. Set on the scenic Cuyahoga River, this hands-on experience introduces the fundamentals of rowing and offers a pathway into Cleveland’s rowing community through WRRA’s Summer Rowing League or Veterans Rowing League.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will be guided by experienced WRRA instructors and will learn:

• Basic rowing technique using a stationary rowing machine (erg)
• Rowing terminology and proper boat handling
• River safety and navigation rules
• A 90-minute on-the-water practice in an eight-person rowing shell
• (Time on the water may vary due to river traffic—freighters have the right of way.)

Session Details

• Duration: 2 hours
• Cost: $60 per session
• Eligibility: Adults 18 and older
• Requirement: Only one Learn to Row session is required to join the Summer Rowing League

Upcoming Sessions

Next sessions begin April 2026

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