Lake Sunapee Rowing Club Sweep Rowing Programs

The Lineup

Rowers sit facing backwards, so they cannot see where they are going, only where they have been. Rowers are identified by their position in the boat. The rower sitting in the bow, (the front of the boat), is the bow seat or No. 1 seat. The next person is No. 2, then No. 3 and so on. The rower closest to the stern is known as the stroke. The stroke of the boat must be a consistent rower with excellent technique, as the stroke is the person who sets the rhythm of the boat for the rest of the rowers.

It's all about Teamwork

All rowers in the boat must row together as one. The athlete trying to stand out in an eight will only make the boat slower. Successful crews successfully match their desire, talent and bladework with one another.

Sweep Rowing Programs

Learn To Row Programs are available for those 14 years and older who have never rowed before. Learn to Row programs utilize a shell of eight rowers and a coxswain to steer and give commands.

Novice Programs are for those who have completed a Learn To Row program and want to continue learning the basic rowing technique.

Experienced Rowing Programs are available for those with rowing experience, usually one-year or more of rowing. Coaches work on both rowing technique and conditioning.

Try Coxing
In some programs, rowers take turns coxing. If you are petite, outgoing, and want to develop leadership and coaching skills, consider being a coxswain. The best coxswains also know how to row, but have more fun taking charge of the crew and work closely with the coach.