Adult Programs

MASTERS TEAM

BRC’s Masters Team is appropriate for current BRC Masters rowers; it may also be appropriate for rowers with significant previous experience who would like to refine their technique and increase fitness in a structured environment. This program meets three times a week (Tuesday and Thursday evening, and Saturday morning).

To determine if you are at the appropriate level, contact us using our contact form here. Rowers who have recently completed Learn To Row or whose rowing experience is limited or long ago might find our Developmental (DEVO) or Learn To Row programs a better fit.

New rowers at this level are welcome to join the team at any point during the season!

Masters team members can also row outside of structured practices as long as they abide by the Independent Rowing guidelines and requirements.

All Masters Team lineups (practice and racing) are determined by the Head Coach. Masters Team members must hold an active USRowing membership.

2026 Master Team - Spring Season

The 2026 Masters Spring Season starts on March 7, 2026. The season consists of on-the-water practices (weather permitting) on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Fees are paid up-front for the season or on a monthly payment schedule through our club management system – iCrew. The fee for the Spring season is $550 or $115/month. Fee/costs for Regattas are handled separately.

SeasonDaysTimes
2026 SpringMon/Thu
Sat
6:00p - 8:00p
7:30a - 9:30a
SeasonSpring
Tue/Thu6:00p-8:00p
Sat7:30a-9:30a
SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday

6:00p - 8:00p
On-Water
6:00 - 8:00p
On-Water
7:30a - 9:30a
On-Water
WeekdayTime/Location
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday6:00p-8:00p
On-Water
Wednesday
Thursday6:00p-8:00p
On-Water
Friday
Saturday7:30a-9:30a
On-Water

MASTERS DEVELOPMENT TEAM (DEVO)

Masters DEVO is open to recent Learn To Row participants and those with limited rowing experience. It may also be a good fit for those returning to the sport after a long time away or those that want to row in less rigorous practices.  DEVO rowers can, and often do, participate in Regattas.  This program focuses on establishing a baseline of fundamental skills that are necessary for rowing independently or with a coached program. The first half of the course is spent sculling and then moves to sweep rowing for the 2nd half.  This will also prepare you to pass the Level 1 Safety and Skills Review.

New rowers at this level are welcome to join the team at any point during the season!

Rowers are expected to leave DEVO knowing the following skills:

  • General Water Safety
  • Rowing Safety
  • Basic Progression of a Stroke
  • Pick Drills
  • Reverse Pick Drills
  • Pause Drills
  • General Rowing Terminology
  • Steering by Pressure
  • Backing Water
  • Stopping a Boat
  • Rowing together at moderate rates (18 – 24 spm)

2026 Master DEVO Team - Spring Season

The 2026 Masters DEVO Spring Season starts on March 7, 2026. The season consists of on-the-water practices (weather permitting) on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Fees are paid up-front for the season or on a monthly payment schedule through our club management system – iCrew. The fee for the Spring season is $385 or $80/month. Fee/costs for Regattas are handled separately.

SeasonSpring
Wed6:00p-8:00p
Sat7:30a-9:30a
SeasonDaysTimes
2026 SpringWed
Sat
6:00p - 8:00p
7:30a - 9:30a
WeekdayTime/Location
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday6:00p-8:00p
On-Water
Thursday
Friday
Saturday7:30a-9:30a
On-Water
SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday

6:00p - 8:00p
On-Water
7:30a - 9:30a
On-Water

ADULT LEARN TO ROW

The Learn To Row Session is a 3-day course, starting with an evening session on-land, providing an introduction to rowing, equipment, terminology as well as learning the basic rowing stroke using a rowing machine (referred to as an ergometer or “erg”). The evening introduction is followed by Saturday and Sunday morning sessions that will be on-the-water, providing instruction on rowing safety, getting the boat (or shell) from the rack to the water, getting your oars and body into the boat, and learning to row.

Most participants have never set foot in a rowing shell before their first class. Classes are taught with the understanding that participants have never touched an oar before. Learn To Row is taught using sculling shells. Sweep rowing is taught in our development or DEVO program, which is the next step after completing Learn To Row.

April 2026 Learn To Row Schedule

Date

Time

Thursday April 23rd

6:00-8:00PM

Saturday April 25th

7:30-10:30AM

Sunday April 23rd

7:30-10:30AM

There are 2 styles of rowing, Sculling and Sweep.

Sculling

Sculling boats are for 1, 2, or 4 rowers, and each rower has 2 oars.

Sweep

Sweep boats have 4 or 8 rowers, where each rower has 1 oar. This is the style of rowing described in The Boys in the Boat and A Most Beautiful Thing. It is also commonly seen on motivational posters about teamwork.

 

Expectations

Don’t worry, everyone is bad at rowing when they start. While some rowers may pick up the stroke faster than others, prepare to feel like a baby giraffe, it’s normal. We welcome masters of all ages with our current adult rowers range from their 20s to their 80s. The course focuses on rowing technique and does not consist of hard workouts. However you will be active during class. Therefore there are some requirements:

  • Participants do need to certify that they can swim. You can choose to wear a life jacket at any time although it is only required in specific situations.
  • Participants must be comfortable lifting at least 30 pounds overhead (you will have to lift boats to carry on your shoulder).
  • Participants must weigh less than 230 pounds because of equipment design limitations.

Our coaches are used to working around injuries and mobility restrictions, so please let them know of any issues. Even something like a sprained ankle can create discomfort that a coach can help you work around.

Upon completion of Learn To rRw, participants will need to either continue into the DEVO program or take private lessons before being ready to row on their own.

If you are interested in finding out more about Learn To Row, please contact us at info@belmontrowing.org

BRC uses the iCrew team management platform to manage registrations, process payments, and obtain all required documentation. Upon your first login you will be required to create a profile before you can register for any BRC programming. Once registered and prior to your first practice you will need to e-sign the Participation AgreementCode of Conduct  and USRowing waiver located in the “My Documents” section of your iCrew account.


What To Bring

Required Gear

 

  • Athletic clothing
    • Close-fitting
    • Bright, high-visibility
    • Moisture-wicking
    • Non-cotton, spandex
  • Socks
  • Water shoes or sandals
  • Water bottle
Recommended Gear
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra layers or a jacket
  • Spare change of clothes/socks
  • Athletic sneakers/trainers
  • Snacks
  • Insect repellent

SPRING 2026 REGATTAS

DateRegattaLocation
April 4Clemson SprintsClemson, SC
April 18NC Rowing ChampionshipsHigh Point, NC
May 30Dogwood ChampionshipsOak Ridge, TN

Above schedule are potential regattas the Masters Teams may attend, based on coach/member interest.

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