1. All rowing students must show proof of their ability to swim (from a Water Safety Instructor) before taking the class. Complete your swim test, fill out the Swim Test Form and have it signed by the WSI.
2. Complete a personal check payment for $160 (made out to Lake Merritt Rowing Club).
3. Complete a Standard Athlete's Release Form.
4. Mail all three documents (Swim Test Form, Check payment, and Standard Athlete's Release Form) to the following address:

Maria Watt

1264 Monterey Ave.

Berkeley CA 94707

Each class will hold ten people. Enrollment in each class will be based upon a "first come first served" process when we have full receipt of all the necessary documentation. A spot will not be held for anyone who neglects to send all three documents. Please indicate which class you are interested in when you submit your documentation. After we receive your documents, we will notify and confirm the class schedule with you. If we cannot schedule you into your desired class, we will notify you of the next available class.

NOTE: If the forms and checks are sent to the club's post office box instead of to the address above, you most likely will not get into the next available class.

Click here for a list of List of Swimming Centers that can complete the swim test form.

A spot in the class is not considered confirmed until the instructor approves and the appropriate forms and payment are in order.

Please keep in mind that this site is updated as often as possible - some classes may already be full and this information may not be reflected on the web site. Thanks.