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Rowing Calendar

  • Rowing Checkout - Echo

    • 07 Mar 2026
    • 13:00 - 14:30
    • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
    • 5
    Register

    This Checkout is for new members with previous rowing experience who want to use the fleet, and is a prerequisite to using the Echo boats.

    This Checkout is also recommended for existing fleet members who haven't been on the water in a while and wish to refresh their general knowledge of handling these boats. In this case, you will not be required to perform the self-rescue.

    You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

    The Checkout covers:

    • Overview of the Echo fleet
    • Policies and practices
    • Signing out and use of logbooks
    • Rigging and de-rigging
    • Launching and landing
    • Distance rowing: where to go, tides, wind/waves, currents, hazards (very brief)
    • Self-rescue: i.e. getting back into the boat from deep water

    The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig the boat and return it to the rack.

    New members must demonstrate a successful self-rescue to pass the Checkout. Therefore, depending on the outcome of the Checkout, you may be asked to take an Introductory Lesson.

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  • Rowing Checkout - Echo

    • 12 Mar 2026
    • 17:30 - 19:00
    • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
    • 5
    Register

    This Checkout is for new members with previous rowing experience who want to use the fleet, and is a prerequisite to using the Echo boats.

    This Checkout is also recommended for existing fleet members who haven't been on the water in a while and wish to refresh their general knowledge of handling these boats. In this case, you will not be required to perform the self-rescue.

    You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

    The Checkout covers:

    • Overview of the Echo fleet
    • Policies and practices
    • Signing out and use of logbooks
    • Rigging and de-rigging
    • Launching and landing
    • Distance rowing: where to go, tides, wind/waves, currents, hazards (very brief)
    • Self-rescue: i.e. getting back into the boat from deep water

    The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig the boat and return it to the rack.

    New members must demonstrate a successful self-rescue to pass the Checkout. Therefore, depending on the outcome of the Checkout, you may be asked to take an Introductory Lesson.

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  • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 1x

    • 14 Mar 2026
    • 12:30 - 13:30
    • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
    • 5
    Register

    This Checkout is for fleet members who want to row the LiteRace 1x.

    To pass this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout, and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the LiteRace in a safe and controlled manner.

    • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

    A self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, but we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point in time during the season, preferably sooner than later.

    You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

    The Checkout covers:

    • Rigging and de-rigging
    • Launching and landing
    Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these sturdy boats.
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    • Rowing Checkout - Maas Aero

      • 15 Mar 2026
      • 15:00 - 16:00
      • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
      • 5
      Register

      This Checkout is for members who want to row the Maas Aero 1x.

      Prior to this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout (Level 1), and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the Maas Aero in a safe and controlled.

      • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

      The Checkout covers:

      • Rigging and de-rigging
      • Launching and landing

      While a self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point during the season, preferably sooner than later.

      You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

      Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these beautiful boats.


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      • Rowing Checkout - Echo

        • 19 Mar 2026
        • 18:00 - 19:30
        • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
        • 5
        Register

        This Checkout is for new members with previous rowing experience who want to use the fleet, and is a prerequisite to using the Echo boats.

        This Checkout is also recommended for existing fleet members who haven't been on the water in a while and wish to refresh their general knowledge of handling these boats. In this case, you will not be required to perform the self-rescue.

        You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

        The Checkout covers:

        • Overview of the Echo fleet
        • Policies and practices
        • Signing out and use of logbooks
        • Rigging and de-rigging
        • Launching and landing
        • Distance rowing: where to go, tides, wind/waves, currents, hazards (very brief)
        • Self-rescue: i.e. getting back into the boat from deep water

        The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig the boat and return it to the rack.

        New members must demonstrate a successful self-rescue to pass the Checkout. Therefore, depending on the outcome of the Checkout, you may be asked to take an Introductory Lesson.

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      • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 1x

        • 24 Mar 2026
        • 18:00 - 19:00
        • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
        • 5
        Register

        This Checkout is for fleet members who want to row the LiteRace 1x.

        To pass this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout, and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the LiteRace in a safe and controlled manner.

        • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

        A self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, but we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point in time during the season, preferably sooner than later.

        You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

        The Checkout covers:

        • Rigging and de-rigging
        • Launching and landing
        Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these sturdy boats.
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        • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 2x

          • 28 Mar 2026
          • 13:00 - 14:00
          • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
          • 9
          Register

          This Checkout is for fleet members who would like to row our LiteRace Double.

          To pass this Checkout, you must demonstrate safe land and water handling, working with your partner. The main focus is on launching and landing, as these are the most challenging procedures for this craft.

          You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately. A self-rescue is not mandatory.

          The Checkout covers:

          • Rigging and de-rigging
          • Launching and landing
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          • Rowing Checkout - Maas Aero

            • 29 Mar 2026
            • 09:00 - 10:00
            • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
            • 5
            Register

            This Checkout is for members who want to row the Maas Aero 1x.

            Prior to this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout (Level 1), and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the Maas Aero in a safe and controlled.

            • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

            The Checkout covers:

            • Rigging and de-rigging
            • Launching and landing

            While a self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point during the season, preferably sooner than later.

            You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

            Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these beautiful boats.


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            • Rowing Checkout - OarBoard

              • 07 Apr 2026
              • 18:00 - 19:00
              • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
              • 6
              Register

              This Checkout is for fleet members with with at least Level 1 Privileges (i.e., Echo boats) who want to use the OarBoard.

              The CheckOut is also a prerequisite for renting the OarBoard for off-site use. As such, you must show understanding and care when assembling and disassembling the OarBoard unit and mounting/dismounting it to/from the SUP.

              If you are a new fleet member and only want to use the OarBoard, and no other rowing boats, you must demonstrate a successful Self-Rescue to pass the CheckOut.

              You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

              The Checkout covers:

              • Assembly and disassembly of the OarBoard unit
              • Securing and removing the Oarboard unit to and from the SUP
              • Rigging and de-rigging
              • Launching and landing
              • If you have completed a successful Self-Rescue on any of our other rowing craft, you do not need to repeat it, though we (very) strongly recommend that you know how to remount this craft.

              The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig  and disassemble the OarBoard unit and return the SUP to its rack.

              If you do not pass the CheckOut, you may be asked to take an Beginner Lesson.

              Show details

            • Rowing Checkout - Echo

              • 09 Apr 2026
              • 18:00 - 19:30
              • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
              • 5
              Register

              This Checkout is for new members with previous rowing experience who want to use the fleet, and is a prerequisite to using the Echo boats.

              This Checkout is also recommended for existing fleet members who haven't been on the water in a while and wish to refresh their general knowledge of handling these boats. In this case, you will not be required to perform the self-rescue.

              You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

              The Checkout covers:

              • Overview of the Echo fleet
              • Policies and practices
              • Signing out and use of logbooks
              • Rigging and de-rigging
              • Launching and landing
              • Distance rowing: where to go, tides, wind/waves, currents, hazards (very brief)
              • Self-rescue: i.e. getting back into the boat from deep water

              The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig the boat and return it to the rack.

              New members must demonstrate a successful self-rescue to pass the Checkout. Therefore, depending on the outcome of the Checkout, you may be asked to take an Introductory Lesson.

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            • Rowing Fleet - Work Party

              • 12 Apr 2026
              • 10:00 - 12:00
              • JSCA Compound Rowing Shed
              • 16
              Register

              No previous experience required! We'll be cleaning (and waxing, weather permitting) 13 boats, so it will be ideal if we have at least that many people.

              This is a great opportunity to put some Club Locarno Volunteer Hours into your Karma Jar and get answers to questions such as "Where are parts are stored?", "What parts do we have?", "If I want to fix/replace something, what do I need/do?", "Who do I contact?", "How can I join the Rowing Fleet?", etc.

              Please bring a pair of gloves to use for washing. We'll proceed rain or shine - uness it is, torrentially miserable - so dress appropriately.

              As usual, "Management" will provide direction and encouragement. They have also been known to pitch in.

              Register as a "Volunteer", unless you are a Fleet Captain, in which case you should register as "Work party leader".


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            • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 1x

              • 14 Apr 2026
              • 18:00 - 19:00
              • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
              • 5
              Register

              This Checkout is for fleet members who want to row the LiteRace 1x.

              To pass this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout, and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the LiteRace in a safe and controlled manner.

              • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

              A self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, but we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point in time during the season, preferably sooner than later.

              You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

              The Checkout covers:

              • Rigging and de-rigging
              • Launching and landing
              Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these sturdy boats.
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              • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 2x

                • 16 Apr 2026
                • 18:00 - 19:00
                • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                • 9
                Register

                This Checkout is for fleet members who would like to row our LiteRace Double.

                To pass this Checkout, you must demonstrate safe land and water handling, working with your partner. The main focus is on launching and landing, as these are the most challenging procedures for this craft.

                You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately. A self-rescue is not mandatory.

                The Checkout covers:

                • Rigging and de-rigging
                • Launching and landing
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                • Rowing Checkout - Maas Aero

                  • 18 Apr 2026
                  • 09:00 - 10:00
                  • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                  • 5
                  Register

                  This Checkout is for members who want to row the Maas Aero 1x.

                  Prior to this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout (Level 1), and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the Maas Aero in a safe and controlled.

                  • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

                  The Checkout covers:

                  • Rigging and de-rigging
                  • Launching and landing

                  While a self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point during the season, preferably sooner than later.

                  You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

                  Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these beautiful boats.


                    Show details

                  • Rowing Checkout - Echo

                    • 23 Apr 2026
                    • 18:00 - 19:30
                    • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                    • 5
                    Register

                    This Checkout is for new members with previous rowing experience who want to use the fleet, and is a prerequisite to using the Echo boats.

                    This Checkout is also recommended for existing fleet members who haven't been on the water in a while and wish to refresh their general knowledge of handling these boats. In this case, you will not be required to perform the self-rescue.

                    You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

                    The Checkout covers:

                    • Overview of the Echo fleet
                    • Policies and practices
                    • Signing out and use of logbooks
                    • Rigging and de-rigging
                    • Launching and landing
                    • Distance rowing: where to go, tides, wind/waves, currents, hazards (very brief)
                    • Self-rescue: i.e. getting back into the boat from deep water

                    The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig the boat and return it to the rack.

                    New members must demonstrate a successful self-rescue to pass the Checkout. Therefore, depending on the outcome of the Checkout, you may be asked to take an Introductory Lesson.

                    Show details

                  • Rowing Checkout - Maas Aero

                    • 26 Apr 2026
                    • 09:00 - 10:00
                    • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                    • 5
                    Register

                    This Checkout is for members who want to row the Maas Aero 1x.

                    Prior to this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout (Level 1), and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the Maas Aero in a safe and controlled.

                    • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

                    The Checkout covers:

                    • Rigging and de-rigging
                    • Launching and landing

                    While a self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point during the season, preferably sooner than later.

                    You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

                    Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these beautiful boats.


                      Show details

                    • Rowing Checkout - LiteRace 1x

                      • 28 Apr 2026
                      • 18:00 - 19:00
                      • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                      • 5
                      Register

                      This Checkout is for fleet members who want to row the LiteRace 1x.

                      To pass this Checkout, you must have passed the Regular Checkout, and are able to demonstrate sufficient ability to row the LiteRace in a safe and controlled manner.

                      • If you are unsure, a rough guideline is having the equivalent of two or more years of rowing experience, and/or more than twenty rowing sessions on the water with Club Locarno.

                      A self-rescue is not part of this Checkout, but we strongly recommend that you practise a few at some point in time during the season, preferably sooner than later.

                      You will be getting on the water and rowing, so please dress appropriately.

                      The Checkout covers:

                      • Rigging and de-rigging
                      • Launching and landing
                      Lastly, if you do not pass, don't despair: we offer excellent Advanced Lessons that will help you attain the required level of proficiency to row these sturdy boats.
                        Show details

                      • Rowing Checkout - OarBoard

                        • 30 Apr 2026
                        • 18:00 - 19:00
                        • Rowing shed - east end of the JSCA compound
                        • 6
                        Register

                        This Checkout is for fleet members with with at least Level 1 Privileges (i.e., Echo boats) who want to use the OarBoard.

                        The CheckOut is also a prerequisite for renting the OarBoard for off-site use. As such, you must show understanding and care when assembling and disassembling the OarBoard unit and mounting/dismounting it to/from the SUP.

                        If you are a new fleet member and only want to use the OarBoard, and no other rowing boats, you must demonstrate a successful Self-Rescue to pass the CheckOut.

                        You will be getting on the water and rowing briefly, so please dress appropriately.

                        The Checkout covers:

                        • Assembly and disassembly of the OarBoard unit
                        • Securing and removing the Oarboard unit to and from the SUP
                        • Rigging and de-rigging
                        • Launching and landing
                        • If you have completed a successful Self-Rescue on any of our other rowing craft, you do not need to repeat it, though we (very) strongly recommend that you know how to remount this craft.

                        The self-rescue is done at the end of the Checkout. It typically involves spending about two-three minutes in the water, so we recommend you bring either a wetsuit or something to warm you up after you land, as you'll need to de-rig  and disassemble the OarBoard unit and return the SUP to its rack.

                        If you do not pass the CheckOut, you may be asked to take an Beginner Lesson.

                        Show details

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