Rowing looks easy, how much athletic ability will I need?
Prior athletic ability is desirable, but it is not necessary. Average physical fitness and/or good health would be basis for starting this sport. The majority of the youth that start this sport are between the ages of 14 and 15. Just like learning the basic golf swing, the rowing motion is easy to teach to a beginner. However to compete, an individual must develop their entire body – upper, lower, and core. They need to execute motions carefully and precisely while near exhaustion during a race. Remember, the crew that makes it look easy is probably the one winning the race.
