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Course

Waar vinden de cursussen plaats?

TopRow Nijmegen is gevestigd bij roeivereniging de Waal. Er zijn omkleedruimtes en douches aanwezig. TopRow Nijmegen Oosterhoutsedijk 48 6663 KV Nijmegen Kaart & Routebeschrijving

Outfit: what type of clothing should i wear for rowing?

The best clothing for rowing is elastic, soft, and breathable, paired with a simple pair of sports shoes. Loose pants or t-shirts can get caught in the wheels under the moving rowing seats. Loose tops can snag on the oars. Generally, it's recommended to dress as if you're going for a run; with tight-fitting pants and a shirt/jacket.

    It's also a good idea to bring:
  • a water bottle
  • a hat or cap (to protect against the sun or rain)
  • sunscreen

I’ve never rowed before. Which rowing course is best for me?

The beginner course is designed especially for rowers with no experience at all, or with very little experience. Everyone is welcome!

Where can I sign up for a rowing course?

On our homepage and on the page of the course itself.

When will I receive a confirmation of my registration in a team?

After registering for our rowing course you’ll receive an email with your registration. A week before the course starts we’ll send you a confirmation email with the day and time that you are placed in the course.

I am going on holiday during the course, but want to row. Is that possible?

With exception to our beginner course our rowers can join a one off lesson. To arrange this, please call us (morning from 8:30 and evening from 16:30) and we’ll see what places are available.

Do lessons proceed in bad weather?

Absolutely! Rowing is an outdoor sport and we’ll proceed in all weather, even rain and wind. If conditions are so bad that we can’t go on the water, we’ll arrange an indoor program in our rowing tank and on our rowing machines.

Should I be able to swim?

To join any rowing activity at TopRow, you’ll need to have swimming diploma A or equivalent swimming skills.

Does Toprow offer rowing courses for kids?

Yes! For children aged 10 to 14 years we have special youth rowing courses. You can read more about this under the heading 'Courses'. During the school holidays we organize 'Splashweeks' - an entire week filled with games, sports and goofing around on, in and around the river. Swimming diplomas are of course required.

What is the refund policy?

When signing up for the rowing course you agree to the Terms and Conditions. Once you are scheduled for the course there is no refund of the amount possible. The withdrawal of the course is possible up to 2 weeks before the course starts. We will charge an amount of €25,- administration fees in that case.

Rowing - general

Waar vinden de cursussen plaats?

TopRow Nijmegen is gevestigd bij roeivereniging de Waal. Er zijn omkleedruimtes en douches aanwezig. TopRow Nijmegen Oosterhoutsedijk 48 6663 KV Nijmegen Kaart & Routebeschrijving

What happens if I complete the beginner course?

You have the option to enroll in the next course: the Development Course. In the Development Course, you'll continue to build on the foundations from the Beginner Course, but this time focusing on sweep rowing. You'll still row with a single oar, but you'll face more technical and physical challenges, pushing your limits.

Outfit: what type of clothing should i wear for rowing?

The best clothing for rowing is elastic, soft, and breathable, paired with a simple pair of sports shoes. Loose pants or t-shirts can get caught in the wheels under the moving rowing seats. Loose tops can snag on the oars. Generally, it's recommended to dress as if you're going for a run; with tight-fitting pants and a shirt/jacket.

    It's also a good idea to bring:
  • a water bottle
  • a hat or cap (to protect against the sun or rain)
  • sunscreen

Where can I sign up for a rowing course?

On our homepage and on the page of the course itself.

When will I receive a confirmation of my registration in a team?

After registering for our rowing course you’ll receive an email with your registration. A week before the course starts we’ll send you a confirmation email with the day and time that you are placed in the course.

I am going on holiday during the course, but want to row. Is that possible?

With exception to our beginner course our rowers can join a one off lesson. To arrange this, please call us (morning from 8:30 and evening from 16:30) and we’ll see what places are available.

Do lessons proceed in bad weather?

Absolutely! Rowing is an outdoor sport and we’ll proceed in all weather, even rain and wind. If conditions are so bad that we can’t go on the water, we’ll arrange an indoor program in our rowing tank and on our rowing machines.

Should I be able to swim?

To join any rowing activity at TopRow, you’ll need to have swimming diploma A or equivalent swimming skills.

Does Toprow offer rowing courses for kids?

Yes! For children aged 10 to 14 years we have special youth rowing courses. You can read more about this under the heading 'Courses'. During the school holidays we organize 'Splashweeks' - an entire week filled with games, sports and goofing around on, in and around the river. Swimming diplomas are of course required.

What is the refund policy?

When signing up for the rowing course you agree to the Terms and Conditions. Once you are scheduled for the course there is no refund of the amount possible. The withdrawal of the course is possible up to 2 weeks before the course starts. We will charge an amount of €25,- administration fees in that case.

Crew (general)

I’ve never rowed before. Which rowing course is best for me?

The beginner course is designed especially for rowers with no experience at all, or with very little experience. Everyone is welcome!

Where can I sign up for a rowing course?

On our homepage and on the page of the course itself.

When will I receive a confirmation of my registration in a team?

After registering for our rowing course you’ll receive an email with your registration. A week before the course starts we’ll send you a confirmation email with the day and time that you are placed in the course.

I am going on holiday during the course, but want to row. Is that possible?

With exception to our beginner course our rowers can join a one off lesson. To arrange this, please call us (morning from 8:30 and evening from 16:30) and we’ll see what places are available.

Do lessons proceed in bad weather?

Absolutely! Rowing is an outdoor sport and we’ll proceed in all weather, even rain and wind. If conditions are so bad that we can’t go on the water, we’ll arrange an indoor program in our rowing tank and on our rowing machines.

Should I be able to swim?

To join any rowing activity at TopRow, you’ll need to have swimming diploma A or equivalent swimming skills.

Does Toprow offer rowing courses for kids?

Yes! For children aged 10 to 14 years we have special youth rowing courses. You can read more about this under the heading 'Courses'. During the school holidays we organize 'Splashweeks' - an entire week filled with games, sports and goofing around on, in and around the river. Swimming diplomas are of course required.

What is the refund policy?

When signing up for the rowing course you agree to the Terms and Conditions. Once you are scheduled for the course there is no refund of the amount possible. The withdrawal of the course is possible up to 2 weeks before the course starts. We will charge an amount of €25,- administration fees in that case.

What time am I expected to arrive for a course?

We ask participants to be fully prepared and ready to go on the water 10 minutes prior to the start of the course. Participants should arrive, dressed in their rowing attire, and report to the main instructor 10 minutes before the lesson begins. The instructor will introduce you to the other participants in your course group.

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Crew

Waar vinden de cursussen plaats?

TopRow Nijmegen is gevestigd bij roeivereniging de Waal. Er zijn omkleedruimtes en douches aanwezig. TopRow Nijmegen Oosterhoutsedijk 48 6663 KV Nijmegen Kaart & Routebeschrijving

I’ve never rowed before. Which rowing course is best for me?

The beginner course is designed especially for rowers with no experience at all, or with very little experience. Everyone is welcome!

Outfit: what type of clothing should i wear for rowing?

The best clothing for rowing is elastic, soft, and breathable, paired with a simple pair of sports shoes. Loose pants or t-shirts can get caught in the wheels under the moving rowing seats. Loose tops can snag on the oars. Generally, it's recommended to dress as if you're going for a run; with tight-fitting pants and a shirt/jacket.

    It's also a good idea to bring:
  • a water bottle
  • a hat or cap (to protect against the sun or rain)
  • sunscreen

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Beginner

What happens if I complete the beginner course?

You have the option to enroll in the next course: the Development Course. In the Development Course, you'll continue to build on the foundations from the Beginner Course, but this time focusing on sweep rowing. You'll still row with a single oar, but you'll face more technical and physical challenges, pushing your limits.

I’ve never rowed before. Which rowing course is best for me?

The beginner course is designed especially for rowers with no experience at all, or with very little experience. Everyone is welcome!

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Development

What happens after I complete the Development Course?

You can then sign up for the next course: the Experienced Course. In the Experienced Course, you'll take the next step in rowing by starting with "sculling" - rowing with two oars in a faster boat.

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Experienced

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Expert

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!

Advanced

What is a rowing course and how does it work?

Six times per year we start our rowing course. You can register individually and we’ll schedule you in a team with other participants. You can also register together. Please let us know any teammates on the registration form and we’ll make sure that you are placed together!