“Learn to Row was one of the best things I ever did. Not only did I learn a new sport which has become a major part of my life and fitness routine, but I also got to experience Ithaca in an incredible new way. Gliding along the lake, just inches off the water, makes the whole world come alive.” – Lynn VanDeWeert, Masters Rower
Junior (Youth) Rowing Programs Spring 2021
CBC will continue to offer socially distanced (masked in team boats) rowing and sculling programs this spring season with the goal of providing scholastic rowers a low-risk way to row on the water. There are no planned competitions, but the program will provide opportunity to continue developing skills and fitness. The spring program will be divided into two phases to maximize rowing opportunities while also considering the safety limitations of early spring rowing (i.e. cold water and air). 

Phase 1: Experienced rowers in team boats
Dates: April 12th  – May 24th  (4 weeks)
Practice times: Monday- Friday 5:45-8:15am
Practice frequency: each pod will practice 3 days/week.
Details: Phase 1 will be limited to experienced rowers only in grades 9-12. Due to limitations we will not be able to accommodate novice/modified rowers until Phase 2. ALL rowing will be done in team boats (4 rowers), with rowers in a “pod” with consistent partners and coach. Rowers with significant sculling experience (those who were in Pods 1 and 2 in the fall) may be placed in 2x or 4x, as equipment allows. Less experienced scullers will only be placed in 4x.
Note: Due to the risks of flipping in cold water, we will not have any 1x’s on the water, nor will we put less experienced scullers in 2x’s as smaller boats are easier to flip.
Note: The erratic weather (i.e. wind) and low water levels in the lake makes it impractical to have afternoon practices during this session.
Coach to athletes ratio: 1:4
Fees: $180/rower
 
Phase 2: Rowing and sculling pods for all
Dates: May 17th – June 25th (6 weeks)
Practice times:
  • Varsity: Monday-Friday 5:45-7:45am.
  • Novice (9th grade): Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4:15-6pm
  • Experienced Modified (middle school): Tuesday and Thursday 4:15-6pm
  • New Modified: Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-6:15 pm. 
Details:  Athletes will row in team boats and, where necessary or appropriate, in singles. Athletes must come to practice with an appropriate face covering. 
Coach to Athlete Ratio: 1:4 for novice/modified. Between 1:4 and 1:6 for experienced rowers
Fees: $225 for experienced rowers; $180 for novice/modified.
USRowing Waiver, Health form, and Swim Test are required. See Registration page​
Masters (Adult) Rowing Programs
Learn to Row and Recreational Sculling
These socially distanced sculling programs will be offered Summer 2021 with three week sessions starting Memorial day. Programs provide the opportunity to develop a new skill and improve fitness while enjoying the beauty of Cayuga Lake. Stay tuned for more details.
Logbook Sculling