Academicals conduct a number of novice rowing courses throughout the year. The courses are designed to give people who have never rowed before or those with little rowing experience, an opportunity to learn and experience the sport in a fun way. We offer two types of ‘learn to row’ courses, run between April and September: short one-day options and our full four-week novice courses.

Our one-day taster days offer a snapshot of the sport that epitomises Oxford. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. For a more in-depth look at rowing and enough training to join a club, the longer four week course includes eight sessions on evenings and weekends.