Learning to row as an adult with no prior experience typically happens via group or individual “Learn to Row” sessions.

Group sessions are held by a number of Schuylkill Navy clubs throughout the year. Typically, lessons include a series of lessons over a defined period of time and are best for those individuals who are able to commit to and participate in the majority of the scheduled sessions. For some, private lessons are the preferred route. For an overview of the difference between group vs private lessons, check out our FAQ’s.

After completing the Learn to Row series, many individuals often choose to explore membership at the same club; however, others choose to then explore options via “Guest Rows” at other clubs before pursuing membership at a given location.


  • Bachelors Barge Club- Individual Lessons Available; Group Lessons in Fall, Spring, Summer
    • For more information on Adult Learn to Row programs or Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Conshohocken Rowing Club- Individual Lessons Available; Group Lessons in Fall, Spring, Summer
    • For more information on Adult Learn to Row programs or Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Crescent Boat Club – Individual Lessons Available
    • For more information on Adult Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Malta Boat Club – Individual Lessons Available
    • For more information on Adult Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Fairmount Rowing Association – Individual Lessons Available
    • For more information on Adult Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Penn AC Rowing Association — Group Lessons in Spring, Summer and Fall
      • Penn AC runs multiple Learn to Row Sessions during the Spring, Summer, and Fall. Three levels of Learn to Row are offered, with each level building on the one before it, with the intent of new athletes to go from pure beginners to competent oarsmen and oarswomen. Sessions are 6 weeks long meeting twice per week and all three levels are run each session. Cost is $350 for the 6 week session.

        For more information and to sign up, click HERE

  • Pennsylvania Barge Club – Individual Lessons Available
    • For more information on Adult Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Philadelphia Girls Rowing Club – Group Lessons in Spring for New Members
    • For more information on the Adult Group Learn to Row program for new members, click HERE.
  • Undine Barge Club – Individual Lessons Available; Group Lessons in Fall, Spring, Summer
    • For more information on Adult Private Lessons, click HERE.
  • Whitemarsh Boat Club – Individual Lessons Available; Group Lessons in Fall, Spring, Summer
    • For more information on Adult Learn to Row programs or Private Lessons, click HERE.