Toprow
Beginner rowing
Learn to row with TopRow – London’s only specialist beginner rowing school
Experience rowing for the first time by starting a beginner course with TopRow!
TopRow offers an easy-to-access, dedicated environment to start rowing. Our experienced coaches have rowed to a high level and taught hundreds of lessons. We will take you through every stage from beginner all the way through to expert.
The TopRow beginner course is an introductory programme designed to teach the fundamentals of rowing. This eight-week course is suitable for complete beginners, with no prior rowing experience needed! Our experienced coaches provide guidance and support, allowing rowers to focus on mastering the basics of the rowing and progress at their own pace.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- The basics of rowing – Introduction to the rowing stroke, rowing in-time with your crew.
- Balance and coordination – Developing initial balance and coordination, in our large and stable boats.
- Basic terminology and equipment- Understanding rowing terms and the parts of the boat and oars.
- Safety procedures – Learning essential safety protocols on and off the water.
£299/ 8 sessions
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try beginner rowing with TopRow
TopRow is London’s first and only dedicated school for beginner rowing. We have taught tens of thousands of people across the world how to row – and we want to teach you, too!
Experience London in a new way
We guarantee you’ve never seen London quite like this. Take a trip past Fulham football stadium, Harrods furniture depository, under Hammersmith bridge, and enjoy the views – from the water!
Teaching from high-level athletes
Our friendly TopRow coaches are experienced rowers, from nearby universities and clubs, who have competed to a high level. They’ve got mountains of experience to share with you.
Get fit and stay fit
Rowing is one of the best ways to build up physical strength and fitness. Maybe you’re just looking to supplement your fitness, or perhaps you need a fun new way of getting into shape. Either way, rowing the Thames is the perfect low-impact exercise
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Meet Our Coaches

Liv
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Ben
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Henry
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Loren
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