“Fourteen years ago, a friend and I took a learn to row class on a whim. Today, rowing has become a significant part of our fitness regime. Nothing is more beautiful than rowing on Cayuga Lake at sunrise." – Jess McGee, Masters Rower
Summer 2026
Rowers who have completed Foundations of Rowing, or who have previous rowing experience, can join our Open Sculling program to get out on the water in small boats.
Session 1: June 8 - July 5, 2026
Session 2: July 6 - Aug 2, 2026
Practice Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8pm, Saturdays 8-10am
Cost: $200/session
Register here (select "Adult Open Sculling Summer 2026" and your session preference).
Please visit our Registration Page the simple step-by-step process.
*Student Discount available for undergrad or graduate students. Enter code STUDENT when checking out.
What to wear?
Wear clothes that are comfortable for exercising and appropriate for the weather. We will go out in cold, hot and rainy conditions (everything but thunderstorms), so check the weather frequently and come prepared.
For the top of your body: Shirts/jackets should be form-fitting and not baggy - loose or baggy sweatshirts can get caught on the oars.
For bottoms: sweatpants or leggings are ok, as are running-style shorts or compression shorts. Again, avoid baggy clothing. Shorts that are long and loose can get caught in the boat seat.
On your head: Hats and sunglasses are recommended to keep the sun out of your face and eyes.
On your feet: For the first couple classes you should wear athletic/running shoes. We will do some introductory work on our rowing machines during the first classes and you will want shoes for that. After that, you can wear any shoes you want (including flip flops), but be sure to bring socks. There are shoes in the boats that are attached to the boat. You just wear socks in the boats.
All practices occur in Stewart Park at Cascadilla Boathouse. Practices are held, weather permitting, on the Cayuga and Fall Creek Inlets, and Cayuga Lake. Typically, boats go out in most weather except when there is a strong north wind or thunder. If the weather does not allow rowing, practices are held on-land and include aerobic workouts, strength training, erging, and stretching.
Rowers who have completed Foundations of Rowing, or who have previous rowing experience, can join our Open Sculling program to get out on the water in small boats.
- Purpose of the program: Open Sculling provides a place for all rowers in Ithaca who have at least a Foundations level of proficiency to scull in a relaxed and supervised environment.
- Seasonal fees apply
- All rowers must have a swim test on file and a current USRowing membership; CBC Masters Membership not required
- Summer and fall seasons, evenings on weekdays, mid-morning on Saturdays
- Prerequisites: Foundations of Rowing or similar
Session 1: June 8 - July 5, 2026
Session 2: July 6 - Aug 2, 2026
Practice Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8pm, Saturdays 8-10am
Cost: $200/session
Register here (select "Adult Open Sculling Summer 2026" and your session preference).
Please visit our Registration Page the simple step-by-step process.
*Student Discount available for undergrad or graduate students. Enter code STUDENT when checking out.
What to wear?
Wear clothes that are comfortable for exercising and appropriate for the weather. We will go out in cold, hot and rainy conditions (everything but thunderstorms), so check the weather frequently and come prepared.
For the top of your body: Shirts/jackets should be form-fitting and not baggy - loose or baggy sweatshirts can get caught on the oars.
For bottoms: sweatpants or leggings are ok, as are running-style shorts or compression shorts. Again, avoid baggy clothing. Shorts that are long and loose can get caught in the boat seat.
On your head: Hats and sunglasses are recommended to keep the sun out of your face and eyes.
On your feet: For the first couple classes you should wear athletic/running shoes. We will do some introductory work on our rowing machines during the first classes and you will want shoes for that. After that, you can wear any shoes you want (including flip flops), but be sure to bring socks. There are shoes in the boats that are attached to the boat. You just wear socks in the boats.
All practices occur in Stewart Park at Cascadilla Boathouse. Practices are held, weather permitting, on the Cayuga and Fall Creek Inlets, and Cayuga Lake. Typically, boats go out in most weather except when there is a strong north wind or thunder. If the weather does not allow rowing, practices are held on-land and include aerobic workouts, strength training, erging, and stretching.
