Adult Learn to Row Programs
We welcome and encourage anyone interested in learning about rowing to come try it with us, regardless of fitness, size, perceived “athletic ability,” or financial means. Our mission is to share the unique sport of rowing and to encourage and enable you in pursuit of your goals, whether they include learning a new skill, building strength and health, finding calm, meeting new people, or winning a race. Whatever your aim, it all starts with the first stroke!
*A note on registration* – we will be piloting CrewLAB for registration and communication organization-wide beginning in the Fall of 2026. If you do not yet have a CrewLAB account, simply click the link below for the program you would like to join, and you will be directed to the CrewLAB website and prompted to create an account. CrewLAB has both a website and an app for mobile.
We are offering the following discounts to program participants. To take advantage of these, please input the coupon code listed below during the payment section of the registration process:
Early Bird Discount: Use coupon code EARLYBIRD to receive 5% off the full program price when you register before August 10, 2026
Family Discount: Use coupon code FAMILY to receive 10% off the full program price for EACH participant when you register two (2) or more family members of any age for any program.
Early Bird + Family Discount: Use coupon code EARLYFAMILY to receive 15% off the full program price for EACH participant when you register two (2) or more family members of any age for any program by August 10, 2026.
Friend Discount: Friends of current NRRA participants can receive 10% off the full program price for their first season with us. Before you go to register, ask your friend for the discount code! If they don’t know it, have them reach out to their coach or program director.
Fall 2026 Learn to Row Options
No experience necessary! If you have never rowed before (or maybe only been in a boat once or twice), this program is for you. Come learn the basics of how to move your body, how to handle, use, and care for the equipment, and the words and terms used in the sport. Explore, discover, and see if rowing might be the sport for you!
Weekday Session (Fall 2026)
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00pm – 7:30pm
September 8 – October 29
$599
Saturday Session (Fall 2026)
Saturdays
9:00am – 11:00pm
September 12 – October 31
$449
Private Lessons
Private lessons can be a great way to learn and improve, no matter what your experience level. Private lessons offer the opportunity for a customized schedule and customized curriculum, so are a good option for those whose schedule does not permit them to join one of our seasonal instructional programs.
Private Lesson for One Person
90 Minutes
Custom appointment arranged between participant and instructor
$150
5-Pack of Private Lessons for One Person
Five (5) 90 Minute lessons
Custom appointment arranged between participant and instructor
$600 (20% discount from single lesson rate)
Private Lesson for Group
90 Minutes
Custom appointment arranged between participant and instructor
$150 base single rate + $50 per each additional person
($200 for 2 people, $250 for 3, $300 for 4, $350 for 5…)
Please contact Director of Rowing Scott Branscomb to coordinate group lessons!
For more information, contact Director of Rowing Scott Branscomb scottb@norwalkriverrowing.org
For those seeking financial assistance to participate in a program, you can find the request form here.
Please consider adding a donation to the Matthew Zucker Memorial Fund which provides outreach programs and financial aid for athletes who need the support. Give another athlete the chance to row.