Warm-up

As you begin the practice, it is important to let the rowers loosen up. Row away from the dock by fours at light pressure. Wait for the coach on the far side of the stone bridge. Usually the coach will direct you from there, starting drills as a warm-up. If you ever need to do a warm up first, meeting the coach later, row by fours, switching by pairs or by fours, gradually increasing the pressure. Wait for the coach and any other boats. Allow rowers to take off extra clothes and remind them to drink some water.

  • ·When rowers are not rowing, remind them to set the boat for their teammates by keeping a steady upward pressure on the under side of the oar handle.
  • ·If it's cold, be sure to switch rowers often so that no one sits shivering for more than a few minutes.