Why Rowing?
Rowing is the best sport of the water.
Rowing is considered a premier, "total-body" sport because it engages 86% of muscles in a single, low-impact stroke, combining intense cardiovascular endurance with significant strength training. It burns high calories (up to 600+/hour), builds a powerful core and posterior chain, and is suitable for all ages due to its joint-friendly nature.
Rowing is often described as an "anabolic" or muscle-retaining sport, often resulting in high-level, long-term health, as noted in studies of athletes in their 60s to 90s.
Rowing Clubs
My favorite rowing clubs
DC Strokes Rowing Club
DC Strokes Rowing Club (DCSRC) is committed to building an inclusive environment, fostering personal growth, and promoting a spirit of sportsmanship. DCSRC programs offer opportunities for all rowers, regardless of experience level. Today, DCSRC is one of only a handful of dedicated, independent LGBTQ+ rowing clubs in the world, along with the Chicago Rowing Union, the London Otters of England, the Zurich Penguins of Switzerland, and the Melbourne Argonauts in Australia.
Contact
president@dcstrokes.orgPrograms Offered
- Sculling
- Sweep
- Learn to Row
Capital Rowing Club
Situated on the banks of the historic Anacostia River, Capital Rowing Club offers sweep and sculling programs for people of all ages, of diverse background, and of all ability levels, ranging from novice programs to recreational programs to competitive racing for advanced rowers to adaptive rowing. Capital Rowing Club is committed to bringing rowing opportunities and excellence in rowing to the diverse community of the Anacostia River and the larger Washington, DC area.
Contact
programs@capitalrowing.orgPrograms Offered
- Sculling
- Sweep
- Learn to Row
Baltimore Community Rowing
Rowing in Baltimore was re-established in 1979. Since celebrating our Silver Anniversary in 2004, Baltimore Community Rowing has enjoyed tremendous growth, with programs for rowers of all ages from middle school, high school, collegiate, post-collegiate, to adult. If you are interested in competition, health and fitness, or recreation, we have a program for you!
Contact
admin@baltimorerowing.orgPrograms Offered
- Sculling
- Sweep
- Learn to Row