Welcome to Rowing at DBMS!

We strive for growth and the enjoyment of rowing for all of our participants, while fostering an attitude of humility and gratitude for our opportunities, respect for each other, and stewardship of our equipment, campus, and the Bay. We are a community committed to coaching, training, and developing the skills of all rowers. We teach and train year-round in our newly completed Rowing Center and on the water during the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. Beginners of all ages are welcome and encouraged to join a class at DBMS. We are fortunate to have our own indoor rowing tanks, a large ergometer training room, and a fleet of both sculling and sweep boats. There is opportunity for everyone to join our community and find out what is so special about rowing.

Junior Rowing Programs

6th, 7th, and 8th grade Winter Rowing

Register Starting November 1

Calling all Middle School aged rowers! No experience necessary! This program includes instruction on rowing technique using rowing machines and our indoor tanks. One hour classes are offered two days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays

6th, 7th, and 8th grade Spring Rowing

Session 1: 4/24/23-5/18/23 & Session 2: 5/22/23-6/15/23

Registration opens March 7, 2023

NOVICE QUAD 4:30-5:45 M/W or T/TH

This class will introduce the basic rowing fundamentals of sculling using a variety of tools including rowing tanks, Concept 2 ergometers and large stable Quadruple sculling shells. Students will learn and practice the technique of the rowing strokes then learn skills to manage the boat on the dock and in the bay safely. Students will be taking turns rowing and steering (coxing) once on the water. No previous experience required. Students who have had indoor rowing or limited on the water rowing experience are also encouraged to sign up for this class.

EXPERIENCED QUAD 3:15-4:30 M/W or T/TH

This class is open to all rowers with previous experience in sculling (intermediate and experienced class) and will help rowers continue to develop proficiency in technique, and introduce and develop the skills required to row as a crew in a team boat. Students will take turns rowing and steering the larger, stable Quadruple sculling boats. Previous rowing experience required in intermediate singles and/or team boats.

7th and 8th grade Fall Rowing

NOVICE QUAD, M/W or Tu/Th 4:30-5:45PM (9/5 to 10/26)

This class will introduce the basic rowing fundamentals of sculling using a variety of tools including rowing tanks, Concept 2 ergometers and large stable Quadruple sculling shells. Students will learn and practice the technique of the rowing strokes then learn skills to manage the boat on the dock and in the bay safely. Students will be taking turns rowing and steering (coxing) once on the water. No previous experience required. Students who have had indoor rowing or limited on the water rowing experience are also encouraged to sign up for this class.

EXPERIENCED QUAD, M/W or Tu/Th 3:15-4:30PM (9/5 to 10/26)

This class is open to all rowers with previous experience in sculling (intermediate and experienced class) and will help rowers continue to develop proficiency in technique, and introduce and develop the skills required to row as a crew in a team boat. Students will take turns rowing and steering the larger, stable Quadruple sculling boats. Previous rowing experience required in intermediate singles and/or team boats.

Spring 2024 HS Spring Crew info: Click Here!

Ages 11-17 1.5 hr/Day, for 2 weeks $450 

6/24-7/5 2:15 PM or 4 PM, 7/8-7/19 4 PM, 7/29-8/9 10 AM

Prerequisites: None
This class will introduce the basic rowing fundamentals of sculling using a variety of tools including rowing tanks, Concept 2 ergometers and single shells and team boats. Students will learn and practice the technique of the rowing stroke, dock and boat safety. At the end of the first week, we will row on the water in our fun and stable single rowing shells. The second week rowers will work together in a team boat. No previous experience required.

Beginner Singles Rowing

Ages 11-17 1.5 hr/Day, 5 days $260 

offered most weeks from 6/24-8/16
Prerequisites: Learn to Row
This class is open to rowers who have completed LTR and are ready to row independently in a single shell. Rowers will continue to develop proficiency in rowing technique and moving the shell efficiently on the water.

Experienced Singles Rowing

Ages 11-17 1.5 hr/Day, 5 days $260

offered most weeks from 6/24-8/16
Prerequisites: Beginner singles
This class is open to all rowers with previous experience in rowing single shells and will help rowers continue to develop proficiency in rowing technique and moving the shell efficiently on the water. This class can be taken multiple times to build upon previous knowledge, comfort levels and rowing skills.

Coastal Double Rowing ***NEW CLASS!

Ages 12-17 1.5 hrs/Day, 5 days $260
Prerequisites: Learn to Row or a Fall/Spring Middle School Rowing Session

7/15-7/19 2:15 PM, 7/22-7/26 2 PM or 3:45 PM, 8/12-8/16 3 PM
Try our new class in the Coastal Double rowing shell. This is the newest addition to rowing at the Summer Olympics! These are stable, two-person boats, and they can be rowed in rough conditions. Try them out and see why athletes are excited about this new opportunity.

Experienced Quad Rowing

Ages 11-17 1.5 hrs/Day, 5 days $275
Prerequisites: Learn to Row or a Fall/Spring Middle School Rowing Session
This class is open to all rowers with previous experience in rowing and will help rowers continue to develop proficiency in rowing technique and introduce the skills required to row as a crew in a team boat. Students will take turns rowing and steering the larger, stable Quadruple sculling boats.

Learn to Sweep Rowing

Ages 13-17 1.5 hrs/Day, 5 days $275
Prerequisites: Learn to Row or a Fall/Spring Middle School Rowing Session
This class will introduce experienced scullers to sweep rowing. This type of rowing uses one oar instead of two and is the main focus of high school rowing in the spring and fall. The class will introduce and explore the skills unique to this style of rowing. Rowers will take turns rowing and coxing, or steering the boat.

High School Development Program

AVAILABLE FOR 3 WEEKS THIS SUMMER- July 29-Aug 2, August 5-9 OR August 12-16
2.5 hours/5 days Cost: $325 for rowers, $155 for coxswains
Prerequisites: Rising 9th-12th grade with 3+ weeks of middle school or summer rowing, or 1+ HS season
High School Rowers, are you ready to grow your skills and optimize your rowing? This coed 2.5 hours/day, week-long program will consist of a dynamic warm-up, rowing, technique work and racing. We will come inside for video review and functional training and stretching instruction. Jump start your fall High School season!

Ages: 11+ Prerequisites: None

For new rowers, or those looking to improve your technique, consider taking a one-to-one private lesson. You will have access to our new state of the art Rowing Center and indoor rowing tanks. We find this is an exceptional environment for learning from your very first stroke through accomplishing and improving your technique. Single rowing shells are used for an on the water experience.

For leveling or prerequisite questions, please contact betsy@dbms.org.

Adult Rowing Programs

Battle of the Bay

Recreational and competitive rowers from our DBMS rowing community please join us on Sunday September 10th from 7-11am as we host a fun local regatta on Duxbury Bay.  We will race along Powder Point where spectators can gather.  We will also have a launch to take people out on the bay.
All levels are welcome to come join in on the fun!  We will have events for team boats and racing singles.  Join us after the races for a celebration including a medal ceremony and breakfast on the deck.
Sunday, September 10th, 7-11AM
Registration deadline:  September 5th
All rowers who row at DBMS are welcome to participate.
Race Fee:  $25 includes your race registration, a race shirt and breakfast!
Volunteers needed to make this day a success!  You will receive a race shirt in appreciation for your help.

Learn to Row

Saturdays 8:00-9:00am
Come explore, meet new people and try something new. This class is offered to those who would like to learn a new sport and ultimately explore Duxbury Bay in a team boat. In our Rowing Center, with access to our state of the art equipment, you will learn the basics of good rowing form and blade technique with the use of the ergometer and rowing tanks. Next you will move to the docks and learn about launching and applying your skills to rowing on the bay. You will not be disappointed!

RowHIIT

Tuesday, Thursday 6:00-7:00 am
NEW CLASS! Begin the day in the best way possible – high intensity interval training (HIIT) – two days a week. This 45 minute workout will energize and inspire you! The class is designed to be challenging and engaging for anyone from first-timers to experienced rowers. Participants will perform rowing/erg intervals combined with targeted strength training off the erg for key rowing muscle groups. Rowing pieces will keep you and your body guessing with a mix of shorter, high intensity distances and more medium, endurance based distances for a complete workout. Great music, beautiful facility, fun community – Join US!

Rowing Training & Technique Class (ergs and tanks)

Monday 9:00AM, Wednesday 9:00AM, Saturday 9:00AM, 

and Wednesdays 6:00PM AND 7:00PM (Tank Only)

Come join us to get your blood pumping and large muscles working to enhance your cardio endurance for your everyday activities! This class is an hour long with a workout on the rowing machine combined with a tank session in the state-of-the-art Rowing Center. Each participant focuses on technical development through a progression of drills and steady state rowing. The opportunity to be filmed and projected on the large screen (while you row) is an incredible teaching tool for our coaches and a comprehensive learning tool for our participants. These classes are ideal for athletes of all ages from novice to experienced, to explore and expand on your technical proficiency in a safe and controlled environment.

Strength Training Class

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30AM
Build a solid foundation of strength and improve your fitness. This full body resistance training program is designed to give you a solid base of strength in a group class and will include a dynamic warm up and lots of form guidance. Gains include better health, improved bone density and sleep, mental well being, and sports performance! It’s a great addition to round out your training plan. Instructors recommend enrolling in both days for best results.

Erg & Strength Training Class

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30AM

NEW CLASS!! Come join our new class combining the best benefits of erging and strength conditioning to improve your overall fitness.  Come jump on the erg to get in some cardio while warming up your major muscle groups.  After a solid warm up, a circuit of body and weight resistance strength training will round out this class.  There are many benefits in both rowing and weightlifting to gain better health.  Improved bone density and sleep, mental well being, and sports performance to name a few! Instructors recommend enrolling in both days for best results.

Intro to Singles Sculling

1 hr class, Fridays 8:45am and Saturdays 9:00am. 
For your personal safety it is important to be physically able to turn around and look over your shoulder to see behind you. This course is for experienced rowers that are NEW to singles. These classes are designed for adults with fundamental rowing experience who would like a slightly slower pace than the regular Singles Sculling Classes. These courses will be run with a 2:1 student to coach ratio and the goal is to become familiar with the equipment, and steering. Our singles are stable and suitable for rowers who have one or more seasons of rowing experience. The expectation is that rowers will be independent enough after three lessons to work with our 2 student to 1 teacher ratio. If a participant needs or wants individual attention, we recommend private lessons or Learn to Row classes. In addition it is not uncommon to prefer to stay in this class due to the coaching ratio and enjoyment of the pace of the class.

During registration you simply choose the day and time you want to row and you may add dates to your cart before checkout. You must register at least 24 hours before the class time. Please use the “Waitlist” button if classes are full.

Singles Sculling

1 hr class Fridays at 7:45am and Saturdays at 9:00am
This class is designed for experienced scullers who have mastered the independence of launching their shell without assistance, and have gained confidence rowing in a single shell. The rower should need minimal guidance in steering and instruction on proper rowing technique.

During registration you simply choose the day and time you want to row and you may add dates to your cart before checkout. You must register at least 24 hours before the class time. Please use the “Waitlist” button if classes are full.

Novice

For those who have taken our Learn to Row program or have previously rowed and are ready to join other athletes for a team learning experience, this class is for you.

Intermediate

For those who have more experience sculling and are ready to work with other athletes in team boats of quads and doubles this class is for you.

Winter Training

Monday, Fridays 6:00-7:30am
Saturdays 6:30am – 8:00am

This class is designed as a high level winter training opportunity for experienced rowers interested in competing in the Spring, Summer and Fall.  The 1.5 hour workout combines both aerobic and anaerobic work on the erg along with a tank session focusing on the skills and drills. The group goal is to move boats more efficiently and faster. Class size will be limited to accommodate the training requirements for racing.

Team Boat Rowing

For advanced scullers who are interested in training with teammates for competition. Rowing takes place in quads and doubles. Previous advanced level of rowing required. Please reach out to Suzanne Walker suzanne@dbms.org to discuss whether this is a good fit for you.

Email Adult Rowing Director, Suzanne Walker, to schedule private lessons: suzanne@dbms.org

For new rowers, or those looking to improve your technique, consider taking a one-to-one private lesson. You will have access to our new state of the art Rowing Center and indoor rowing tanks. We find this is an exceptional environment for learning stroke basics and advanced technique.

Rowing Resources

Rowing Center Open Access

Grants you access to the equipment within the Free Fitness & Erg Rooms during the “Open Access” time indicated below. To ensure you have access for the whole month, please register before the first of the month.

Erg Room Access

Monday: 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM, 7:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00AM, 11:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM, 7:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 AM 11:30AM – 9:00PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Weight Room Access

Monday: 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM, 7:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:15 AM, 11:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:15 AM, 11:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM, 7:30 AM – 2:45 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Take a Virtual Tour of the new DBMS Rowing Center

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