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TopRow’s development rowing programme is designed for individuals who have already completed TopRow’s Learn to row/ Beginner course or have some prior rowing experience.

The Development Course is designed to help you take your rowing to the next level. We’ll focus on sharpening your technique, building your endurance, and helping you feel more confident and efficient on the water.

You’ll spend more time refining how you row, understanding why technique matters, and improving your overall performance. Whether you’re aiming to train at a higher level or simply want to keep progressing and enjoying your rowing, this course is all about helping you row better, stronger, and with more confidence.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

  • Stroke improvement: Refining the rowing stroke, focusing on more detailed technique (such as feathering and squaring).
  • Fitness and conditioning: Your body will get stronger and much fitter with more time on the water.
  • Team coordination: Working on timing and synchronisation with other rowers in the boat.
  • Go further: Start journeying further in your sessions, all the way up to Craven Cottage and beyond!

£249/ 8 sessions

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develop your rowing with TopRow

TopRow is London’s first and only dedicated school for 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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D Balboa
12 days ago
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I’ve really enjoyed my course with TopRow. Matt and Max are friendly, patient and encouraging, and they explain everything clearly, which made learning to row feel welcoming and fun.
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S Fields
51 days ago
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I really enjoyed my first course with TopRow. The instructors are great and the booking logistics are straight forward. I’m now a few weeks into the developers course and loving it.
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M Taffs
60 days ago
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As always a top job with a friendly and insightful coaching crew
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D Christie Haberz
61 days ago
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The only thing that did not work was the promised refund as I could not attend all classes.
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M Kenyon
61 days ago
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Pleasant, welcoming staff and a great place to bed on the river during summer 👍👍
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M Carneiro
61 days ago
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I've had the most amazing experience learning and rowing with the TopRow team. I've completed the Beginners, Development, Experienced and Advanced courses and I had an amazing time! I met friends, I was coached by an amazing team that made me feel always welcomed and part of theTopRow community. If you're looking to learn how to row in a recreational way while having fun, I'd totally recommend TopRow.
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K Eagles
76 days ago
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Really enjoyed doing the development course here. The teachers are all lovely and want to help you improve your skills. It’s also great being able to row on The Thames.
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139 days ago
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Great instructors! Really rewarding experience. Loved the Thames, especially on a Monday evening.
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141 days ago
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I started the beginners course in May and really enjoyed it. Teema was our coach, and he was excellent. He took the time to single people out individually to give tailored feedback and help improve their technique, which made a big difference. I'd definitely recommend the course! :)
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P Deamer
144 days ago
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Always love my TopRow sessions - an amazing sport which I started as a complete novice and they have helped me enormously. Would highly recommend.