This is an introductory course to para rowing classification. Completion of this course does not qualify you as a para rowing classifier. The next step after completing this course is to attend an in-person national classification workshop. For more information on national classification workshops, please contact your National Federation. For other questions, please email classification@worldrowing.com

Disclaimer This is an introductory self-guided learning course, for classic or coastal rowing Level 1 Development Coaches who want to start the para rowing coaching certification pathway. It is also designed to be a standalone course for experienced classic rowing coaches. Completion of this course does not qualify participants as para rowing L1 Development coaches. For any questions please email development@worldrowing.com

Level 1 development coaches are required to plan deliver and evaluate individual coaching sessions to teach or improve rowing. The basics of good practice are required. Provided coaches can perform in a safe and equitable manner, and attempt to fulfil the criteria below they can pass the award. The Learn to Row booklet, available as a free download from the World Rowing website is a good indicator of the level of knowledge required by a Level 1 coach. Safety is important above all else. This online course composed of a set of guided self-learning modules should be completed by the learner before attending the in-person course. If you have any questions, please email development@worldrowing.com