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are some of the more frequent questions asked about RowQuinte
(the Quinte Rowing Club) and about the sport of rowing in general.
Just click on a question to see the answer.
Q.
How long does it take to learn how to row?
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Rowing requires a combination of coordination, dexterity, balance,
flexibility and understanding of the stroke mechanics. Some people
pick up the basics in one or two sessions, others may need nine
sessions or more. However, you will see a noticeable improvement
after every practice. To improve to a competitive level requires
a combination of aerobic capacity, strength, endurance and power.
At the learn-to-row stage, we request that all participants be
patient, since it is a team sport and there will be a range of
abilities and skill levels in every boat. Participants may be
asked to take a turn at "coxing" occasionally. Sitting in the
coxswain's seat provides a great view of the crew timing and hand
levels. Since the training is in 4's and 8's, at some training
sessions, we may have up to three extra people. In these cases,
we usually take the extra people in the coach boats (another great
opportunity to observe and learn) and then do a crew change on
the water.
Q.
What is rowing, - and what benefits can it provide me?
A.
In rowing, boats are propelled through the water by pulling on
one oar (sweeping) or by pulling on two oars (sculling). All major
muscle groups are used, and the constant effort produces an excellent
cardio-vascular workout.
In addition to the physical benefits of the sport, there is an
important social component to rowing, since rowers must learn
to 'pull together' in crews of two, four or eight (when they are
not in a single shell).
Q.
What types of rowing programs does RowQuinte offer?
A.
We have a variety of offerings for young people and adults. They
include "Learn to Row" programs for Youth, High School and Adult
participants; a "Rowing League/Masters" program; a "High School
Competitive" program; a "Summer Club Competitive" program and
a "Fall Head Races" program. Visit "Our Programs" page for more
details.
Q.
What kind of boats are used?
A.
The boats (or shells) are basically of two types and reflect the
two forms of rowing: - sweep rowing and sculling. In sweep rowing
each rower handles a single oar (about 12.5 ft or 3.9 m long)
in sculling a rower uses two oars, or sculls, (each about 9.5
ft or 3 m long). The word shell is often used in reference to
the boats used because the hull is only about 1/8" to 1/4" thick
to make it as light as possible.
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