Types of Rowing

Rowing takes many forms and there is a type of rowing out there for you!

Rowing is a varied sport with something for everyone. From fixed to sliding seat, river to ocean, and challenges to touring there is such a wide range, you are sure to find something that you will love.

Fixed Seat Rowing

Fixed seat rowing takes place in traditional, wide boats with fixed seats that can be rowed on different bodies of water across the country

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Sliding Seat Rowing

Sliding seat rowing typically takes place on inland and coastal waters across the country and is what you see at the Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Types of Rowing Events

There are lots of different types of rowing events, from side-by-side racing over 2,000m as seen at the Olympic and Paralympic Games to head races, sprints, tours and challenges

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Types of Rowing

Rowing takes many forms and there is a type of rowing out there for you!

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Fixed Seat Rowing

Sliding Seat Rowing

Types of Rowing Events

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