The program utilizes the Michigan Rowing Association / Michigan Men's Rowing team's indoor rowing space, which is 7,000 sq ft and equipped with 70+ rowing machines. The facility also features sliders (which link machines together for dynamic workouts) and a “swingulator” that mimics the sweep rowing motion.
Practice Types
• Coached Practices: Led by experienced AARC coaches
• Captain's Practices: Member-run sessions, coordinated by selected captains who will rely the coach's workout plan and make any necessary adjustments. These practices are open to all.
Both types of practices aim to keep members engaged and progressing, even when rowing on the water isn't possible.
November 2026-April 2027
Practice Schedule
Arrive early enough to START at time below
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** Friday captain's practices run 5:45-6:45am (we like a day to sleep in!)
Winter Learn to Row
Are you hoping to get into our Learn to Row (LTR)/Learn to Scull (LTS) classes this spring? Join our NEW Winter LTR program!
Purpose: The program is designed for individuals new to rowing/erging and/or those who are interested in joining AARC’s 2027 on-water LTR/LTS classes. The program will provide essential rowing foundations and offers the opportunity to sign up early for spring classes.
Priority Access: To be eligible for priority registration for our LTS or LTR classes, participants in our winter program must attend at least 20 erging practices over the winter.
All new members should first attend one of the Winter Learn to Row introductory sessions which will take place alongside our regular winter rowing practices. Once you complete an intro session you can register and begin participating in regular practices for the remainder of winter training.
Winter Learn to "Row" Intro Session Sign Up HERE!
Dates & Times
December:
Sunday, December 6 OR 13 - 7:45-9am
Tuesday, December 8 OR 15 - 6:45-8pm
January:
Sunday, January 10 - 7:45-9am
Tuesday, January 12 - 6:45-8pm
Strength Training
Details
Where: Advantage Personal Training, 2121 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (door to right of the Ice Cube's main doors, go UPSTAIRS)
When: Saturdays, 7-7:45AM
Start: November 7, 2026
End: April 3, 2027
Sign up
Saturday "team workout" at 7AM, 2 options:
You will have access to any/all AARC sessions on Saturday mornings. Any missed sessions can be made up in our standing Personalized Strength Training sessions throughout the week (10 times available every day).
Some AARC members participate in strength training at Advantage Strength during the winter months. Owner, Brian Sipotz, offers a group training program for AARC members. Advantage Strength is excited to have AARC back in the gym for a 7th season of winter strength training. Resistance training is a great way to support winter erg training, as well as make improvements before getting on the water next year. You can expect to have a stronger core and back, be more efficient in your stroke and resist injury as you go through the season. These sessions are appropriate for any level, beginners to advanced. These will be "team training" sessions, which means the whole group will be doing the same program. We can still make changes to individual programs to work around injuries or limitations. We see a wide variety of abilities within our full-time members, so we are very well practiced at tweaking the program to fit your needs better.
If you have questions about the program, feel free to reach out to head coach Jessica Reynolds: jessica@advantagestrength.com.
Robin Schultz-Purves RYT 500, owner of Yoga Rising, offers upbeat, moderately paced Vinyasa classes with a focus on balance & recovery from athletic pursuits. They promote stability and flexibility, are great for injury prevention, and are appropriate for all experience levels.
With Yoga Rising, rowers of all levels can increase their mobility & flexibility in a judgment-free, fun environment. There are multiple options every week, both in person and virtual!
Mondays: 6:00-7:00pm
In person @ Little Lake Wellness Hub (near Jackson & Parkland Plaza dr.)
Tuesdays: 6:00-6:45pm
Virtual!
Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30pm
In-person @ Leslie Science Center
Thursdays: 5:30-6:30pm
In-person @ A2 YMCA (register through the YMCA)
Single class and package pricing available
Purchase Classes HERE!
Questions? Have a financial need? Contact robinsp@umich.edu