(BC) Learn-to-Row Sept 6, 2026
- Sunday, Sep 6, 2026
- 10am-3pm
- False Creek Rowing Club
1628 Whyte Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6J 4R9 - Cost: $30+tax
- no experience required, beginner
Event Details
We love our allies, but we ask that you allow BIPoC members to register for this event. Thank you!
Welcome to our Come & Try Rowing experience. This program provides an opportunity to learn the basics of rowing, including exposure to on-land training and on-water rowing.
Rowing is an excellent full-body sport that can be used as a relaxing recreational activity, or it can become a competitive pursuit. This introduction will provide the foundation for understanding and enjoying rowing, and will lead to future opportunities for those who want to continue, such as the Mini Learn to Row program.
The event will take place on Sept 6th 10am-3pm.
As this is a water activity, it’s important that you feel comfortable in and on the water. In the event you do tip into the water, you’ll need to be able to keep your head above the water (while wearing a lifejacket) and wait for the instructor to assist you out of the water.
More details will be sent out with what you need to prepare a few days prior to this lesson. Any necessary gear will be provided (lifejacket, boat, oars, etc.). Please make sure to wear clothing that is not cotton in the event your clothing gets wet. Please check the weather before the event and dress appropriately based on the forecast!
Note: Come & Try Rowing will be a prerequisite to the Mini Learn to Row program.
This event is organized in collaboration with False Creek Rowing Club.
This event is taking place on the unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.
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At Colour the Trails, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions inclusivity, respect, and equality. We want to make it clear that we will not tolerate any form of anti-Blackness, anti-Indigenous attitudes, homophobia, or transphobia within our organization or community. We firmly stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we are committed to creating a safe and affirming space for individuals of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Together, we strive to promote unity, understanding, and support for all trail enthusiasts, regardless of their background or identity.
We are committed to creating a welcoming space for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Participants and organizers will introduce themselves using our pronouns, if comfortable, at the start of each event to ensure participants are all feeling welcome and seen. Please ensure that you use other participants’ pronouns. We will have a 2 warning policy for any disrespect of participants’ gender identities or sexualities.
Thank you in advance for making CTT a welcoming community!