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Learn to row.

Program Information.



The Leander Learn to Row (LTR) program was created for anyone with no previous rowing experience! With Leander LTR you will be introduced to the basics of rowing in a safe and friendly environment. Come on your own or sign up with a friend! For the season we will be offering the following sessions:

Learn-To-Row Youth: For ages 12 years to 17 years of age.
Learn-To-Row Adult: For ages 18 years and over.
Learn-To-Row Private: Private lessons geared towards individuals, teams, or corporations

*All participants must be able to lift a 50lbs weight off the ground and be comfortable swimming 50m in open water.

​Program fees details can be found here!

Learn to row youth and adult.

Leander LTR is a 1 week course including professional instruction over 5 days. This course will teach the basics of the rowing stroke, boat and water safety, and let you discover the love of rowing on Hamilton’s beautiful west harbour.
Day One
Day one is all indoors learning the basic rowing technique on erg and tank. A safety video is also watched on the first day before rowers get onto the water.
Day Two-Five
​Participants then take the technique learned on day one and transfer their skills into a boat on the water.

2022 Sessions:

Dates
Ages
Time
June 27-July 1
Youth ONLY
5:30pm-8:30pm
July 4-8
Adult
5:30-8:30pm
July 4-8
​Youth
8:30am-12:30pm
July 11-15​
Adult
5:30-8:30pm​
July 11-15
Youth
8:30am-12:30pm
July 18-22
​Adult
​5:30-8:30pm
July 18-22
Youth
​8:30am-12:30pm
July 25-29
Adult
​5:30-8:30pm
July 25-29
Youth
8:30am-12:30pm
Aug 8-12
Adult
5:30-8:30pm
Aug 8-12
Youth
8:30am-12:30pm
Aug. 15-19
Adult
5:30-8:30pm
Aug. 15-19
Youth
8:30am-12:30pm
Aug. 22-26
Adult
5:30-8:30pm
Aug. 22-26
Youth
8:30am-12:30pm

What to bring.

  • Running shoes
  • Comfortable workout gear (nothing too lose)
  • Lock (day lockers available)
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat (and sunglasses if you would like)
  • Socks
  • Rain Jacket
  • Extra dry clothing
*day lockers and showers are available at Leander

Missed practices.

In the event you are unable to make a class, we regret that makeup class or refunds will not be offered.

Go further.

Many LTR grads continue into the Leander Recreational (Rec) or Youth Recreational program to further develop their newly acquired skills. After Rec or bantam, Leander’s Competitive Club and Masters teams are also realistically in reach for those wishing a greater challenge and have both the ability and time to commit.

Safety.

Ability Requirements
All participants should be able to swim, waist belt Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) must be worn by anyone not able to swim and will be available for others who desire them to wear them. They are low profile and do not interfere with the rowing stroke. Additional PFDs and safety equipment will be carried in the coaches launch for emergency situations. Some strength and fitness is an asset as rowing is a physical activity.
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Weather Conditions
If there is poor weather the introductory rowers will participate in on-land training that may include the rowing machines, rowing tank, weights, and circuits. Sessions will run no matter the weather!

Private Lessons.

Private lessons provide a one on one or semi private setting for your individual learning, group adventure, or corporate team building. Sessions will be subject to time availability of coaches and equipment. Please contact us for prices and to arrange for your Private sessions!

Contact.

For any questions contact Program Coordinator at:
Email: lbcrowing@gmail.com (best form of contact)
or by Phone: 905.527.7377

PARTICIPACTION: Community Better Challenge

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This June, Leander Boat Club will be participating in the ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge, the physical activity challenge that rallies communities to get moving.


​From June 1 – 30, let’s get active to support Leander Boat Club’s quest to be Canada’s Most Active Community and win $100,000 for local physical activity initiatives.

50 LEANDER DR. HAMILTON, ON.

Thank you to our long time supporter:

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  • Home
    • History
    • Awards
  • Banquet Hall Rental
  • New to Rowing?
    • Ages 11-17
    • Adults Ages 18+
  • Competitive Programs
    • Jr/Sr/Masters
    • McMaster University
  • Recreational Programs
  • About Us
    • Club Policies & Procedures
    • Facility
    • Volunteers
  • Contact Us