Our beginner rowing courses in Brentford are structured to give you a complete introduction to rowing technique, equipment and safety.
During the course you will learn:
- An introduction to Brentford Boat Club and our boathouse
- The fundamentals of the rowing stroke using indoor rowing machines (ergos)
- The main parts of a rowing boat and equipment
- How to safely get in and out of a rowing boat
- Water safety and confidence drills
- Basic rowing technique on the water
- How to row together in time as part of a crew
- Core skills such as balance, blade control, and teamwork
By the end of the course, you will have gained practical experience rowing on the Thames and the skills needed to continue rowing regularly.





