Private Rowing Lessons in Virginia Beach
Want to learn to row in Virginia Beach? VBRC can help.
Virginia Beach Rowing Club offers private rowing lessons for individuals interested in learning how to scull or want to improve their form. Our Learn to Row Package includes five 90 minute one-on-one sessions that build on each other ($75/session). Lessons are offered spring through fall and include club membership upon completion. We want to work around your availability, so lessons are coordinated directly with the coach to meet your schedule. We also offer a Learn to Row with a Friend discounted package ($350/pp). For intermediate to advanced rowers, private lessons are $75/session. All beginner lessons are located at Lake Joyce, where the waters are calm and shallow. For advanced rowers, private lessons can include the coach boat on larger open water. VBRC does not offer sweep lessons. Coaches are certified through US Rowing.
What to Wear and Bring
During your rowing lessons with Virginia Beach Rowing Club, avoid loose-fitting or baggy clothing. Non-padded Lycra cycling shorts are preferred. Close-fitting shirts are recommended. Dress in layers.
You won’t wear shoes in the boat (rowing boats have their own built-in shoes), but bring socks. Don’t wear them, just carry them - you’ll put them on once you’re in the boat.
Please do not wear gloves. You will need your hands and fingers to directly contact the oars while rowing.
Finally, wear sunglasses and bring a plastic water bottle, not aluminum. Metal water bottles will scratch the boats and cause damage.
Can I try rowing for just one day to see if I like it?
Virginia Beach Rowing Club does not currently offer one-day or one-session rowing lessons on the water. Our Learn to Row program is standardized, and offered as a complete program with one land session and four on-water sessions, as this provides the information and training to be safe in a rowing shell on the water. We are happy to meet you in-person at Lake Joyce for a tour of our equipment and an initial conversation.
We offer Learn to Row/Scull training to individuals and students, subject to our safety rules, an assessment of physical fitness, and coach availability. We reserve the right to decline training to anyone.
"I needed a new fitness challenge after my running days were over. I started private rowing lessons in March 2023 with VBRC. By late summer I was confidently rowing independently 3-4 days a week. I couldn't be happier with this sport and my experience with VBRC!"
Tiffany R., VBRC Member
