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Rowing Calendar

  • Rowing Fleet - Work Party

    • 12 Apr 2026
    • 10:00 - 12:00
    • JSCA Compound Rowing Shed
    • 7
    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
    • 4
    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.


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        • 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.

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        • Advanced Coastal Rowing (1 RA-26)

          • 25 Apr 2026
          • 26 Apr 2026
          • 2 sessions
          • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
          • 4
          Register

          For Club Locarno Members who wish to improve their technique.

          Two sessions of two hours each, during which you will learn more about:

          • Drills, skills - and thrills! - of the catch, drive, finish, and recovery, as well as the balance, coordination, and timing required to improve your confidence on the water. Few things are better than rowing in a perfectly-balanced boat, spot-on catches, getting all your power out onto the blades, the boat moving under you, and your mind in rhythmic sync with your body. Your Inner Buddha will thank you.
          • Adapting to rough water. After all, when the going gets rough ... well, the going is going to be rough. Expect to be challenged. 'Nuff said!
          • Training and fitness techniques, tips, and tricks.
          • Feel free to discuss what you'd like to learn or improve with the Instructor.
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        • 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.


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          • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (1 RI-26)

            • 27 Apr 2026
            • 01 May 2026
            • 4 sessions
            • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
            • 3
            Register

            This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

            Course Goals

            To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

            You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

            Take this course if ...

            • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
            • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
            • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
            • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

            Assessment

            Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

            Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

            • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

            If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

            What to Bring

            We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

            Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

            Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

            Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

            Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

            Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

            Recommended

            Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

            Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

            Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

            Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

            Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

            Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

            Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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          • 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.
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            • 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.

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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (2 RI-26)

              • 03 May 2026
              • 09 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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            • Advanced Coastal Rowing (2 RA-26)

              • 03 May 2026
              • 09 May 2026
              • 2 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              For Club Locarno Members who wish to improve their technique.

              Two sessions of two hours each, during which you will learn more about:

              • Drills, skills - and thrills! - of the catch, drive, finish, and recovery, as well as the balance, coordination, and timing required to improve your confidence on the water. Few things are better than rowing in a perfectly-balanced boat, spot-on catches, getting all your power out onto the blades, the boat moving under you, and your mind in rhythmic sync with your body. Your Inner Buddha will thank you.
              • Adapting to rough water. After all, when the going gets rough ... well, the going is going to be rough. Expect to be challenged. 'Nuff said!
              • Training and fitness techniques, tips, and tricks.
              • Feel free to discuss what you'd like to learn or improve with the Instructor.
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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (3 RI-26)

              • 04 May 2026
              • 07 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (4 RI-26)

              • 10 May 2026
              • 16 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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            • Advanced Coastal Rowing (3 RA-26)

              • 11 May 2026
              • 12 May 2026
              • 2 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              For Club Locarno Members who wish to improve their technique.

              Two sessions of two hours each, during which you will learn more about:

              • Drills, skills - and thrills! - of the catch, drive, finish, and recovery, as well as the balance, coordination, and timing required to improve your confidence on the water. Few things are better than rowing in a perfectly-balanced boat, spot-on catches, getting all your power out onto the blades, the boat moving under you, and your mind in rhythmic sync with your body. Your Inner Buddha will thank you.
              • Adapting to rough water. After all, when the going gets rough ... well, the going is going to be rough. Expect to be challenged. 'Nuff said!
              • Training and fitness techniques, tips, and tricks.
              • Feel free to discuss what you'd like to learn or improve with the Instructor.
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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (5 RI-26)

              • 13 May 2026
              • 16 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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            • Advanced Coastal Rowing (4 RA-26)

              • 17 May 2026
              • 2 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              For Club Locarno Members who wish to improve their technique.

              Two sessions of two hours each, during which you will learn more about:

              • Drills, skills - and thrills! - of the catch, drive, finish, and recovery, as well as the balance, coordination, and timing required to improve your confidence on the water. Few things are better than rowing in a perfectly-balanced boat, spot-on catches, getting all your power out onto the blades, the boat moving under you, and your mind in rhythmic sync with your body. Your Inner Buddha will thank you.
              • Adapting to rough water. After all, when the going gets rough ... well, the going is going to be rough. Expect to be challenged. 'Nuff said!
              • Training and fitness techniques, tips, and tricks.
              • Feel free to discuss what you'd like to learn or improve with the Instructor.
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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (6 RI-26)

              • 20 May 2026
              • 26 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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            • Introduction to Coastal Rowing (7 RI-26)

              • 27 May 2026
              • 30 May 2026
              • 4 sessions
              • Club Locarno Rowing shed at east end of the JSCA compound
              • 4
              Register

              This course, open to anyone, Club Locarno member or not, with or without rowing experience, will introduce you to the joys , challenges, and rewards of Coastal Rowing. Four, two-hour sessions of instruction will get you to the point where you can safely launch, land, and row on your own. If you are not a Club Locarno Member, but at the end of the course would like to join, part of the course cost will be deducted from your membership fee.

              Course Goals

              To learn to row in Coastal waters, efficiently, safely, in a variety of conditions (though under 8 knots of wind), and confidently perform a self-rescue. You'll learn the basics of the stroke, body mechanics, form, steering, balancing, safety, and more.

              You will also learn how to unrack, prep, rig, launch, land, clean, de-rig and stow the boat.

              Take this course if ...

              • you are not a member of Club Locarno and want to learn to row;
              • you are a Club Locarno Member and want to learn to row;
              • regardless of membership, you have rowed before but want to refresh bygone skills, resurrect long-forgotten calluses, or learn why Coastal Rowing is such fun ; or,
              • you have been asked to do so as a result of a Rowing Checkout.

              Assessment

              Pass: We want to know that you can be safe on the water, so you will need to demonstrate a basic ability to control your boat on the water, be able to self-rescue, and perform the land-based tasks relating to cleaning, rigging, etc.

              Your instructor will choose the session for the self-rescue.

              • You may wish to being a wetsuit for this. If you don't have a wetsuit, wear layers that can get wet but will keep you relatively warm. Also bring a towel and a change of clothes, unless you don't mind being wet until you get home.

              If you pass and decide to join Club Locarno, this course will serve as your Rowing Checkout for our Echo Classic boats, so you will be free to use them immediately.

              What to Bring

              We have a thorough discussion of rowing "fashion" on our website. But briefly:

              Footwear: Bare feet are okay, but we recommend some form of water shoes. It's not always possible to avoid, let alone see, small sharp objects on the Jericho Sailing Centre grounds and beaches. 

              Clothing: Keep in mind that pants or shorts will likely get wet as we always do "wet" launches and landings .. no grounding the boats like a Viking Raid.

              Water: Have a bottle that you can bring on the water with you. There is a filtered water dispenser for filling bottles in the Jericho Sailing Centre.

              Food: Please bring some on-water snacks. This is a physical course, so it's important to stay fueled and hydrated.

              Enthusiasm and a Willingness to Learn: Mandatory!

              Recommended

              Sunglasses: Highly recommend having a strap, and either floating sunglasses or a floating strap. Polarized is better. Avoid bringing expensive designer glasses.

              Glasses Strap: If you wear prescription glasses, a floating strap is a very sensible investment.

              Sunscreen: Mineral-based (zinc or titanium oxide) sunscreens are more effective and less damaging to sea life.

              Dry Warm Clothes: As you will likely get wet, having some dry warm clothes (and possibly a towel) will make getting home after a session much more pleasant.

              Phone and Case: If you wish to bring your phone on the water, keep it in a waterproof case.

              Hat: A wide brim, floating hat with a chin strap is ideal.

              Please note that while we try to finish on time, it's not guaranteed, so please don't book anything immediately following the course.



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