COACHING
At Cooper Rowing Club, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive coaching program that caters to rowers of all levels. Our experienced coaches provide instruction tailored to individual needs, from beginners to advanced competitors. We understand the importance of flexibility, so our coaching sessions are scheduled at convenient times throughout the year, ensuring that you can train effectively regardless of your busy schedule. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique or prepare for high-level races, our year-round program is designed to support your growth and success in the sport.​
Rowing Season
May - October
Competitive Level Coaching:
This program is for members who wish to compete in regattas. Coaching sessions will focus on enhancing skills, endurance, and teamwork. Coaches will analyze technique, design training plans, and organize boats to maximize competitiveness.
Opportunities to participate:
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Weekday Early Mornings
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Saturday Early Mornings
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Weeknight Evenings
Intermediate Level Coaching:
The Skills & Endurance program will focus on refining rowing technique and improving fitness. Coaches will introduce more advanced training concepts and help rowers progress to a higher skill level. Recent graduates of Learn to Row would join this program (if they want to participate in coached rowing) and will work with a separate coach until they are able to transition to the general Skills & Endurance program.
Opportunities to participate:
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Saturday Mornings
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Weeknight Evenings
Learn-to-Row:
​Cooper Rowing Club’s Adult Learn-to-Row (LTR) sessions teach people who are new to the sport the skills they need to get on the water. We offer sessions regularly throughout the summer, on both weekends and weeknights.
Off Season
November - April
**The following programs are only open to current Cooper Rowing Club members**​
Winter Coaching:
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Erging: During the winter months, our rowing club shifts focus to the ergometers. Coaches lead intense sessions designed to boost endurance and technique. This focused erging work sets the stage for a strong performance when we return to the water in the spring.
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Erging sessions are offered on weeknights.
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Strength Training: In parallel, strength training is crucial for winter conditioning. Rowers tackle exercises aimed at enhancing core stability, leg power, and upper body strength. Coaches ensure that workouts are tailored to individual needs, helping athletes build the physical foundation necessary for peak performance.
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Strength training is offered on Sunday mornings.