Whether it's been your life-long passion to become a rower, or you just want to give it a try, we recommend you sign up for our Learn to Row Clinic!

First you will learn technique on the rowing machines at the University of Alabama Aquatic Center rowing machine (erg) room, which is next to the weight room. The sessions will run approximately 1 hour. This is mandatory even if you have some rowing experience. You will watch the USRowing safety video, and then have a short swim test in the swimming pool - you will need to bring a towel and bathing suit. We need to do this test for insurance purposes and for your safety on the water. You will not be allowed in a boat without passing this test. You will need to swim a lap out and back, and tread water for 5 minutes and put on a life vest while treading water - that's it!

Next you will learn to row on the water. You'll start off with simple techniques and build to more complex ones, so every day it is important to participate. There are many things to learn in such a short time! These sessions will last approximately one hour. Experienced rowers will be there with you to help out. Wear stretchy pants/shorts, shoes that don't slip (you'll have to carry the boat down to the dock) and socks please!

We do row in the rain, but cancel whenever there is lightning or of course if the river floods and the current is too fast.

For more information on our Learn to Row and other club events or policies, please email blackwarriorrowingclub@gmail.com.