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P.O. Box 7148
Olympia, WA 98507 
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Learn to Row: Sweep Rowing


Learn to Sweep Row

What is sweep rowing? It's rowing in boats called "shells," with only one oar per person (rowing with two oars each is called sculling). The big shells are called "eights," because they have eight rowers with one oar each, alternating on either side of the boat.  Each boat is steered and directed by a coxswain -- we also welcome anyone interested in learning this skill.

Rowing is the ultimate team sport because you have to learn to match your teammates' every movement with grace and strength. In this 10-session class, you'll learn how to handle the shells (lifting them, carrying them, getting them in and out of the water), the importance of safety, and an understanding of basic rowing technique.

Once you successfully complete this course, you are then eligible to become a member and continue rowing in the club. Membership in OAR  includes access to coached practices from mid-February through mid-November.

2012 Learn to Sweep Classes
Session 1: June 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 (max. 18 spaces per class)
Session 2: July 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28 (max. 18 spaces per class)

Classes are on Mondays and Thursdays, 5:45 - 7:45 pm, and Saturday mornings, 10 am - noon. br/>
Cost is $175 for non-OAR members, $75 for OAR members. If you choose to join the club once you complete the class, $50 of the class fee will be applied toward the annual membership.

You can registration for the Learn to Sweep Row class through the Olympia Parks and Recreation Department.

Before the first class, you must fill out the forms below.  By the second class, you must complete a 10-minute swim/float test at a local pool. The swim test form must be signed by the lifeguard at the pool.
 
    Masters Information Sheet
OAR Waiver
Swim Test Form

Forms can be mailed to you, if you are unable to download them.

Questions? Contact Gretchen Van Dusen at (360) 951-8423 or vanramseydusey@hotmail.com
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