Rowing Club of Northwest Arkansas

Learn to Row

For 2026, we have limited spots available in the following sessions (must attend all 4 sessions in the week chosen):

COST IS $100 - 4 Learning Sessions, 6 new rowers per week

After learning: JOINING THE CLUB $350 …..1 yr dues till June 1, 2027 Your learning and rowing continues as you participate.

• WK 1) May 2, 4, 6, 8 Sat 8:30am-10:30 M,W,F 5:30pm to 7:30pm

• WK 2) May 9, 11, 13, 15 Sat 8:30am-10:30 M,W,F 5:30pm to 7:30pm

• WK 3) May 16, 18, 19, 21 **Sat 8:30am-10:30 M,T,Th 5:30pm to 7:30pm

• WK 4) May 23, 25, 27, 29 Sat 8:30am-10:30 M,W,F. 5:30pm to 7:30pm

YOUTH ROWING

Learn More

1. Email Coach Jenn Knowles with a request more information

2. Complete a USRowing waiver (link to waiver).

3. Complete a swim test (Swim Test Form)

4. Complete a physical with your doctor

5. Submit payment via our online payments and add 3% Visa chrg

6. Spring 2026 - $375 + $20 yearly city lake fee —— Fall 2026 - $375

7. Email Coach with your completed forms

How to Join — Masters Membership

Membership entitles you to use the club's boats and equipment and provides opportunities to row with other members. You may row as often or as little as you choose, with room to improve your skills and enjoy all the benefits of the sport. We ask first-year rowers to go on the water with other boats and rowers rather than alone — for everyone's safety. In this group, you'll find rowers at all levels of experience.

Experienced rowers may join immediately. Novice rowers should email the club at rowingclubofnwa@gmail.com to inquire about lessons.

To Join:

1. Learn to Row (required for novices): If you don't have prior rowing experience, you must complete our Learn to Row course before using club equipment. The course is one week long and costs $100 per person (non-refundable). Upon completion, novices will be invited to pay annual dues and become full members.

2. Complete a USRowing Waiver: Download, print, sign, and photograph the waiver, then attach it to your email to the club.

3. Complete a Swim Test: Download, print, sign, and photograph the Swim Test Form, then attach it to your email to the club.

4. Email the club at rowingclubofnwa@gmail.com with your completed forms, full name, phone number, and email address to be added to our TeamSnap account.

5. Submit payment via one of the following:

   • Check: Payable to Rowing Club of Northwest Arkansas (or simply "RCNA"), mailed to P.O. Box 4521, Fayetteville, AR 72702

   • Online: Credit card payments are accepted at rownwa.com/payments. Please note that online payments include a 3% processing fee (e.g., a $350 membership becomes $361).

6. What to wear: We provide all boats, oars, and life jackets. Please wear tennis shoes with socks (yes — socks! They prevent blisters), athletic clothing, and a snug-fitting hat such as a ball cap, visor, or small-brim bucket hat. Avoid loose baggy shorts and large floppy-brim hats. An eyeglass strap is strongly recommended. No cell phones in the boat; you're welcome to store your keys, phone, and bag securely in the boathouse.

7. What to expect: Apply sunscreen and stretch before you arrive for best results. Plan on 2.5–3 hours per session, which includes boat prep, rowing, and washing, covering, and racking the boat afterward. You'll be on the water for approximately 1–1.5 hours. Learning to handle and care for the equipment is an integral part of the experience — and the time is genuinely fun as you work alongside your fellow rowers!

Membership Costs

Direct payment fees are as follows: ADD. 3% if paid by website VISA

Learn to Row - 4 sessions $100

Yearly Individual Membership Fee: $350 + $20 Paid at lake ofc.- 1 year lake access

$361 if paid Via website VISA

Each Additional Family Membership: $200 + $20 to Lake Ofc for year

Summer College Student Membership $150 + $20 to Lake Ofc for year

Youth Rowing (1 semester) $375 + $20 to Lake Ofc for year

Donate

The Rowing Club of Northwest Arkansas is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation.  Donate now to be a part of bringing this great sport to Northwest Arkansas.

You may donate via:

1. Mail a check (payable to Rowing Club of Northwest Arkansas, or simply "RCNA") to: Rowing Club of Northwest Arkansas, P.O. Box 4521, Fayetteville, AR 72702

2. Use our online payments to use a credit card. Note that online payments are slightly higher, to offset the club’s expenses for using online commerce.