UVRF SCULLING PROGRAMS 2022

Registration now open!

In sculling, each rower holds 2 oars and rows in small boats. UVRF owns sculling boats, including singles (one person), doubles (2 person), and quads (4 person) that are available to club members under certain conditions. If you are already a sweep rower, sculling is an excellent way to develop boat "feel," balance and technical skills.

In 2022, Learn-to-Scull clinics are available for first-time scullers along with sculling clinics for different levels of experience.  Weekend clinics for more advanced scullers may be available for improving technique and racing skills. Free 1.5-hour Sweep-to-Scull clinics are available for rowers who have completed a sweep program at UVRF or elsewhere. Clinics are open to members at least 14 years old and will be grouped by ability. 

 Over the course of the season, depending on demand and coach availability, there                                       likely will be revisions and additions of several programs. 

Using Club Sculling Equipment

Club boats are available to members who paid the Club Boat Rental (Equipment Use) fees for 2022.

Club members have the privilege of using club singles, doubles and quads throughout the summer season (roughly from the first week of June through mid-October). See Use of Club Singles and Doubles for more information. Please note that use of the club’s racing doubles and quads requires additional certification. See Sculling Equipment Certification to learn more about using this equipment.

Sculling Programs

• Learn-to-Scull Clinics
• Sweep-to-Scull Clinics
• Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced Sculling Clinics
• Speed (Drop-in) Coaching
• Private Sculling Coaching (available upon request)

Learn-to-Scull Clinics

Coaches: Erika Dade, Others TBA

This 2 x 1½ hour  program is designed for beginning rowers who would like to learn sculling (rowing with two oars). Participants will use UVRF’s recreational rowing shells, which are the most stable in the water.  The sessions will focus on boat handling, building skills and gaining confidence. Membership in UVRF is not required for this introductory course.  However, all participants should have passed the UVRF swim test and be fully vaccinated.

• June 14 - July 7 - more to be scheduled if there is demand
• Mon-Wed or Tues-Thurs
• 7:30 - 9:00 am or 5:30 - 7:00 PM
• Location: Kendal Riverfront Park
• Minimum Number of Participants: 2
• Maximum Number of Participants: 4
• Program fee: $80 (no membership fee required)
• Clinic 1: June 14, June 16; 5:30 - 7:00 pm
• Clinic 2: June 20, June 22; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 3: June 27, June 29; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 4: July 5, July 7; 5:30 - 7:00 pm 
• Clinic 5: July 11, July 13; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 6: July 12, July 14; 5:30 - 7:00 pm
• Clinic 7: July 18, July 20; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 8: July 25, July 27; 7:30 - 9:00 am

Register here for an L2S Clinic using the Learn-to-Row menu on Regatta Central

Sweep-to-Scull Clinics

Coaches: volunteer coaches

Several 1.5-hour sessions will be held for sweep rowers to learn the basics of sculling. Participants will learn where UVRF’s recreational and racing singles and sculling oars are kept at the Kendal Riverfront Park, the basics of the sculling stroke, small boat handling, safety precautions, and etiquette on the river. Topics such as how to reserve a boat, sign out and sign in will be covered as well. The program is free to anyone who has completed a sweep program at UVRF or elsewhere.

After completing the clinic, club members who have paid the Club Boat Rental (Equipment Use) fee will have access to club singles and doubles for the rest of the summer when a dock monitor is present (early morning and late afternoon hours). A captain’s test can be scheduled in either a recreational or racing single, depending on each rower’s skill level and interest. If you pass the captain’s test in a racing single, you can row when there isn’t a dock monitor present; if you pass it in a recreational single, you can row when there isn't a dock monitor present as long as you have a buddy to help carry the boat. To arrange to take a captain's test, email UVRF at .​

• June 15 - 23
• Location: Kendal Riverfront Park
• Minimum Number of Participants: 2
• Maximum Number of Participants: 4
• Program fee: Free to members
• Clinic 1: Wednesday, June 15; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 2: Friday, June 17; 7:30 - 9:00 am
• Clinic 3: Tuesday, June 21; 5:30 - 7:00 pm
• Clinic 4: Thursday, June 23; 5:30 - 7:00 pm

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Beginner Sculling Clinic

Coaches: TBA

This week-long program is designed for novice rowers who have just advanced from recreational rowing shells to racing shells or are still in the recreational singles.  It is specifically designed to improve skills, enabling them to row more efficiently and independently. Rowers will use UVRF’s singles and doubles or their personal boat. Membership in UVRF is required for this course.

• June 27 - July 1  Cancelled. Please contact uppervalleyrc@gmail.com for more information.
• Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
• 5:00 - 6:30 pm
• Location: Kendal Riverfront Park
• Minimum Number of Participants: 3
• Maximum Number of Participants: 6
• Program fee: $175

Register here for Beginner Sculling using the Programs & Classes menu on Regatta Central

Intermediate Sculling Clinics

Coaches: See Below

This week-long program is designed for novice rowers who have advanced from recreational rowing shells to racing shells but who want to improve their rowing skills, enabling them to row more effectively and improve their speed. Rowers will use UVRF’s singles and doubles or their personal boat. Membership in UVRF is required for this course. Three week-long clinics are being offered.

• Clinic 1: June 20 - 24; 4:30 - 6:00 pm; Coach: Erika Dade
• Clinic 2: July 11 - 15; 5:00 - 6:30 pm; Coach: Addie Brendel
• Clinic 3: Aug 1 - 5; 5:30 - 7:00 pm; Coach: Erika Dade
• Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri
• Location: Kendal Riverfront Park
• Minimum Number of Participants: 3
• Maximum Number of Participants: 8
• Program fee: $175

Register here for Intermediate Sculling using the Programs & Classes menu on Regatta Central

Advanced Sculling Clinic

Coach: Linda Muri

This week-long program is designed for rowers who are experienced and skilled scullers in racing shells but who want to fine tune their rowing and, if interested, to learn more about training for races and race strategy. Rowers will use UVRF’s singles and doubles or their personal boat. Membership in UVRF is required for this course.

• July 18 - 25 (5 sessions)
• Mon, Jul 18; Tues, Jul 19; Wed, Jul 20; Thurs, Jul 21; Mon, Jul 25
• 5:00 - 6:30 pm
• Location: Kendal Riverfront Park
• Minimum Number of Participants: 3
• Maximum Number of Participants: 8
• Program fee: $175

Register here for Advanced Sculling using the Programs & Classes menu on Regatta Central

Speed (Drop-in) Coaching

Starting in mid-June, UVRF will offer a free, "speed-dating" format for scullers to get a quick, personalized coaching tip for better rowing. Look for the “Speed” coach to be circling in the 500m closest to the Kendal dock one morning and one afternoon per week. No appointment necessary. Membership in UVRF is required. All ages.

No charge, no registration necessary.

Coaches, Dates and Times: TBA

Location: Kendal Riverfront Park

Cost: Free to members (please attend no more than one session per week)