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• Learn to Row - August 2025

  • Start
    23 Aug 2025
  •  
    10:00
  • End
    15 Sep 2025
  •  
    19:30
  • Location
    Albert Park Lake - 34 Lakeside Drive
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Our program runs over four weeks, it's an introduction to rowing course which will give you access to 8 sessions of on-water training where you will learn: 

  • The mechanics of rowing

  • Parts of the boat and the oars

  • Positions in the boat

  • Boat handling, rigging and launching

  • Four stages of the rowing stroke (basic rowing technique)

  • Manoeuvring of the boat 

  • Basic rowing commands & terminology

  • Safety - for yourself, your crew and the equipment

  • Equipment care - cleaning, adjustments, how to avoid damage

  • How to use an indoor rowing machine

  • How to row as a crew with basic rhythm & timing

  • Stretching before & after rowing (inc. warm ups)

  • Rowing on Albert Park Lake & Marine Safety

  • The history of the Melbourne Argonauts Rowing Club

  • Swim session to confirm you can swim 50 meters (marine safety rule)

  • To have fun and enjoy the sport of rowing!

  Program Structure

  The program is developed and delivered by our coaches and coxes with support from our experienced rowers. 

  • Kickoff Weekend - Saturday & Sunday 10am - 2pm - First session is off-water where our coaches will teach you the basics of rowing, provide you with an overview of the rowing shell (boat), and will introduce you to the rowing stroke on an indoor rowing machine (everything listed above). The second session starts off-water with a refresher on the basics, before giving you an opportunity to hop into a boat where you get to practice your new skills, supported again by the coach and also a crew of our experienced rowers.

    Over this first weekend you’ll also meet members of the club who will support your learning and will join you for a pub lunch on the Sunday.

  • Week One - Saturday 8:15am  - This session will include an off-water refresher of the technique, a chance to ask questions and a warm up before going on-water in a boat with some experienced rowers

  • Week Two - Monday 6:15pm & Saturday 8:15am - Two sessions, getting more comfortable on the water and with the equipment as we paddle around the lake, building our confidence and understanding of rowing.

  • Week Three - Monday 6:15pm & Saturday 8:15am - Two sessions, the same as week two but we begin to pull your individual skills together as a crew and continue to build your confidence, ability and technique, leading to the a final on-water session. 

  • Week Four - Monday 6:15pm - This week your swim session is held and we’ll also go out for a celebratory dinner with other club members and talk about your next steps now you’ll have graduated Learn to Row 

  After the Program

  Following your graduation from Learn to Row, we hope that you will be keen to continue your development in rowing and become a member of the Argos. We have a number of membership options available and if you decide to join you’ll be included in our Development Squad to continue your rowing journey.

  

  Subsidised places The Argonauts recognises that rowing and team sports have not always been supportive or inclusive of women, transpeople and gender diverse folk. We're wanting to change this by promoting and supporting those that have otherwise not been championed in the sport.

  Please get in touch at lrt@maqrc.org to ask about our subsidised places for women, trans and gender diverse folks.

  

  
  

  Register to secure your place now, once registered you’ll be sent a confirmation with additional information about the program including what to bring and your participant handbook. 

  Please note, rowing is an all weather sport and the program will continue regardless of weather (unless very severe and it becomes dangerous) if we’re unable to go on-water for a session the program will transition to off-water training.

  The program can be tailored to any special requirements of the rowers, please let us know when you book, or when you arrive, of anything we need to know.

  Program participants must be aged 18 years or over.

  We aim to provide a program and pathway into rowing for everyone, if there are financial or social barriers we can help with please do reach out to discuss, we can work out something for you.

  If you have any questions please contact ltr@melbourneargonauts.com.au

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• Camp Camp 2025 - Lake Eildon

  • Start
    19 Sep 2025
  •  
    17:00
  • End
    21 Sep 2025
  •  
    15:00
  • Location
    Eildon
  • Spaces left
    70

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  We’re back … and thrilled to officially launch Camp Camp 2025! Our annual trip once again promises a weekend packed with rowing, focused training, socialising, and plenty of fun! We encourage all Argos to come along, embrace new challenges, and connect with fellow club members; both familiar faces and new recruits.

  
  

  CAMP CAMP 2025

  When: 5:00 PM, Friday 19 September – Sunday 21 September 2025

  Where: OEG Camp Jungai and Lake Eildon 

  
  

  ACTIVITIES

  Rowing sessions, weather permitting, will be held at one of two fantastic locations:

  • Lake Eildon (near the Spillway): Known for its vast open waters, offering plenty of space for long, uninterrupted rows.
  • Jerusalem Creek: A more sheltered but equally scenic location, perfect for technical drills and honing technique.

  In addition to training sessions meticulously planned by our coaches, get ready for a diverse range of fun and relaxing social activities, organised by the talented Argos social team. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, have fun, and connect with your club mates.

  Further details, including the full camp schedule and any further updates, will be shared via a dedicated Slack channel.

  
  

  All boat allocations for the weekend will be made by the coaches. As part of registration, you’ll be asked to outline your training goals so we can tailor the program to help you get the most out of your weekend.

  ACCOMMODATION

  We’ll be staying at the excellent OEG Camp Jungai, 475 Rubicon Rd, Rubicon VIC 3712.

  Accommodation is comfortable, and everyone will have their own bed. Please note that rooms are shared, and you’ll be able to nominate your preferred roommates when registering — just be sure to confirm with those you nominate!

  CATERING

  Catering is included in your registration. Please inform us of any dietary requirements during registration.

  Meals provided:

  • Friday: Welcome beverage on arrival
  • Saturday: Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner
  • Sunday: Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch

  Please Note:

  • Friday night dinner is self-organised, as people will arrive at different times. There are dining options in Eildon, or you may wish to stop en-route in Healesville or Marysville.
  • Alcohol is BYO. Please drink responsibly.
  • You're welcome to bring your own snacks and meals if you’d like.
  • Don’t forget to pack a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated!

  VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

  Camp Camp wouldn’t be possible without our volunteers! While the organising team has done the heavy lifting ahead of time, there are still plenty of ways you can help during the event; from food prep and transport to setting up the venue. We’ll be calling for volunteers at times, so please lend a hand where you can to help make the weekend a success for everyone.

  
  

  SAFETY:

  Safety is our top priority. Please follow instructions, look out for each other, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if needed. Qualified First Aid Officers will be present as part of our safety plan.

  
  

  INCLUSIVITY:

  This event is for everyone in our club. If financial, social, or other circumstances might prevent you from attending, please reach out to Oskar at social@maqrc.org. We’re here to help make sure everyone can be part of Camp Camp 2025.

  
  

  We acknowledge the Taungurung people as the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways where Camp Camp will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present.

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