AARC's Learn to Scull class is an intensive, condensed introduction to sculling. These sessions are composed of four 90-minute sessions on a single weekend: Saturday morning and afternoon, and Sunday morning and afternoon. For personalized training and instruction, classes are limited to two or three participants per instructor.

Instructors will demonstrate basic proper technique geared to teach participants to use single and double scull shells for unaccompanied use. Participants will learn how to adapt a sweep rowing stroke into a sculling one and how to safely maneuver sculling equipment unassisted both on land and in the water. Additional instruction on how to re-enter capsized craft from the water will be provided.

Individual ability levels vary; participation in this course may not necessarily result in qualification to use AARC equipment for unaccompanied use at the conclusion of the class.

The course is primarily intended for people who already know how to sweep row.  See 'Qualifications' for more information

For further information, please email info@a2crew.com

Qualifications

In order to take one of AARC's Learn to Scull classes, you must register online and pass a Swim Test.

Physical Requirements: Individuals should be in good health and capable of enduring land and water-based non-trivial physical activity. They must be able to carry a single scull weighing approximately 40-50 lbs unassisted both on land and in the water. It is important that participants be able to turn their heads to look behind them. Also, most of our equipment has a 220-pound weight limit, so possible participants who exceed that weight should check with us before enrolling. Participants will be accommodated in this course to the extent that their physical ability and body type allows. Finally, participants must be 18 years of age, or else accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for all four sessions, either as another participant in the class, or as an observer in the instructor's launch. 

Rowing Experience Requirements: Some sweep rowing experience is strongly recommended for LTS but ultimately not required. Those with no sweep rowing experience are strongly encouraged to take  AARC's QuickCatch or 4-week Learn to Row. Feel free to email aarc-info@umich.edu for help in selecting the right class to maximize your experience.

Schedule

Class size is limited, and they fill quickly.

Classes in red are full.

Fees

AARC Learn to Scull tuition = $189

Please read and be aware of our Refund Policy prior to making the commitment to our programs.

Registration

Reservation in specific LTS class is granted based on a first-come, first-served basis. Receipt of completed registration form and payment reserves space in class. Registrants will receive a phone call or email confirmation prior to first day of LTS class. Classes that are not full may not be run.

Registration for AARC Membership and all AARC programs must be done through the SPORG online membership registration system. The appropriate SPORG forms can be accessed by clicking the red "Register" buttons on each page. 

PLEASE NOTE: All rowers are required to pass a swim test, which must be signed by a Red Cross certified lifeguard or swim instructor. This is standard policy for USRowing affiliated clubs. The test must be completed by ALL rowers BEFORE getting into a boat. Details available on the Swim Test Page.

If you have registration questions, please email info@a2crew.com.

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