Sculling Members

FVRA Member Mandatory
Sculling Competency Check List

Scullers getting ready to head out on the water


Anyone interested in using club equipment to participate in rowing recreationally on their own schedule (with a buddy) will need to be evaluated by a coach against the below checklist. 

Once the coach has approved the rower they will be given access to the FVRA online boat sign out calendar and can schedule rows with other club members following the buddy system. 

NOTE: If a previously approved rower is observed creating an unsafe situation in any way, wether on land or in a boat, sculling boat access will be limited until which time they can demonstrate an adequate skill level to return to safe non-coach supervised rowing. 

On Land Documentation & Safety Review

    • Current Signed USRowing Waiver and active USRowing Membership
    • Paid Member of FVRA
    • Signed Swim Waiver
    • Knowledge and correct demonstration of sign in and sign out process at boathouse and online
    • Knows who to contact in case of an emergency or needed equipment repairs
    • Has watched USRowing Safety Video in the last calendar year
    • Has thoroughly reviewed the FVRA Handbook

On Water Skills Assessment

    • Can carry boat to and from racks/water (either alone or with 1 person assistance)
    • Can get in/out of boat and launch boat unassisted (except tubs)
    • Can efficiently and fully turn boat in both directions
    • Can demonstrate basic rowing skills
    • Can back the boat at least the length of the dock
    • Can dock boat alone
    • Understands and follows the river traffic pattern
    • Has awareness of shallow areas and obstacles
    • Understands and follows FVRA water and safety procedures
    • Agrees not to have any distractions while rowing (i.e. music)
    • Understands and demonstrates safe steering technique
    • Understands the need to wear weather and safety appropriate clothing (i.e. bright colors, warm layers, non-cotton, etc.)
    • Agrees to use the buddy rowing system for all non-coached rows

Please review our FVRA Handbook and river course map to for more information on the required safety procedures that are mandatory for all FVRA members.

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