ROWING CLASSES

Experience the Power of Online Rowing Classes

Online rowing classes combine the intensity of studio workouts with the convenience of at-home exercise. With Fitscope’s virtual rowing workouts, you can row on your own schedule while enjoying real-time coaching, upbeat music, and the camaraderie of a team. Whether you join live indoor rowing sessions or tackle on-demand row workouts, you’ll get the motivation of a class environment without setting foot in a gym. It’s fitness on your terms – a streaming erg workout that transforms any space into a personal rowing studio.

 
 

Benefits of Rowing Workouts

Rowing is a low-impact, full-body workout that engages nearly 70% of your muscle mass with each stroke. This efficient combo of cardio and strength training builds your endurance and power over time, while being gentle on your joints and even helping to reduce stress. In other words, you get a high-calorie burn and total-body conditioning without the pounding impact of some other exercises. Rowing can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen your legs, core, back, and arms all at once, and leave you with a post-workout glow. It’s an excellent choice for boosting overall fitness and functional strength in daily life.

 
 

Who Are Online Rowing Classes For?

Everyone can benefit from rowing. If you’re new to exercise or coming back after a break, rowing’s low-impact nature is easy on the knees and perfect for building fitness safely. Fitscope even offers a beginner rowing program with technique tutorials and simple workouts to get you comfortable on the erg. Are you an experienced athlete or runner? Incorporating virtual rowing workouts can challenge new muscle groups and give your joints a rest from high-impact training. Maybe you’re short on time – a quick 15-minute guided rowing interval session can deliver an effective full-body sweat. From young adults to seniors, and from total beginners to seasoned pros, online rowing classes adapt to your level. You set the pace and resistance, and our instructors provide form cues and motivation. Even though you’re exercising solo, you’ll feel like part of a digital crew training together, feeding off the energy of the class. In short: if you want a fun, scalable workout that meets you where you are, rowing is for you.

 
 

Rowing Class Formats and Styles

No matter your fitness goals or mood, Fitscope has a rowing class format to match. Our library spans a variety of class styles to keep your workouts fresh:

 
 

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Rows

Crave a challenge? Our HIIT rowing online classes alternate between all-out sprints and brief recoveries on the rowing machine. You might do a series of one-minute power strokes followed by easy paddling, repeating for a heart-pounding workout. These interval rows are fantastic for improving speed and blasting calories in a short time. The instructor will push you through those intense bursts and make sure you’re recovering just enough to hit the next interval hard. HIIT rowing sessions are time-efficient and will leave you breathless in the best way.

 
 

Endurance Rows

Endurance classes are all about finding your rhythm and going the distance. In an endurance rowing class, expect longer steady-state intervals or pyramids that gradually increase and decrease in intensity. You’ll focus on maintaining a consistent stroke rate and power output for extended periods (think 10, 15, or 20 minutes at a time). Endurance rowing builds cardiovascular stamina and mental toughness. It’s a great choice for those days when you want to zone out, get in the flow, and rack up meters on your ergometer. By the end, you’ll have a satisfying total-body fatigue and the confidence that you can handle longer workouts.

 
 

Rowing Bootcamps

If you enjoy mixing it up, try our hybrid rowing bootcamps. These classes combine rowing intervals with off-rower exercises for a cross-training burn. For example, a 30-minute rowing bootcamp might have you do 20 minutes of hard rowing intervals, then hop off for 10 minutes of bodyweight or dumbbell moves targeting your core and upper body. The result is a bootcamp-style circuit that delivers both cardio and strength training in one session. You’ll keep your heart rate up while also toning muscles beyond what rowing alone can do. Rowing bootcamps are fast-paced and fun, perfect for busting through workout boredom and torching calories.

 
 

Rhythm Row® Workouts

Exclusive to Fitscope, Rhythm Row® classes turn your workout into a dance on the erg. In these sessions, you’ll row to the beat of energizing playlists – from pop and rock to hip-hop and 80s hits. The instructor sets stroke rates that sync with the music’s tempo, creating an immersive experience that makes the time fly by. Rhythm rowing workouts improve your timing and stroke consistency while adding a dose of fun. You might see intervals like power pulls on the chorus of a song, or a smooth endurance row through a mellow bridge. It’s about feeling the music and moving in unison with the virtual crew. If you love group fitness classes or spin classes set to music, you’ll enjoy the vibe of Rhythm Row®.

 
 

Prenatal Rowing Classes

For expectant mothers or those easing back into exercise, Fitscope offers specialized prenatal rowing classes. Rowing is low-impact and easy to modify, making it a suitable option during pregnancy (with doctor’s approval). Our prenatal rows focus on moderate intensity and proper form, often with slightly lower stroke rates and added core stability work. In these classes, the instructors provide guidance on posture and breathing, ensuring you and baby stay safe. You might row with more relaxed effort, include stretches, or do intervals designed to strengthen the back and hips (areas important for pregnancy and postpartum). The goal is to stay active and strong in a supportive environment. Prenatal classes are also great for anyone who wants a gentler workout on certain days. We keep it challenging but pregnancy-safe, so you can maintain fitness and feel good throughout each trimester.

 
 

How Online Rowing Classes Work

Never tried a streaming workout before? Here’s how Fitscope’s online classes bring the gym to you. First, you’ll fire up the Fitscope app or website on your preferred device – laptop, tablet, or even cast to your TV for a big-screen experience. You can join scheduled live classes or choose from our on-demand library of rowing workouts anytime. Once you start a class, you’ll see and hear a real instructor on screen, just like in a studio. They’ll lead you through a warm-up, the main rowing sets, and a cool-down, providing guided rowing intervals and technique cues throughout. It feels interactive and engaging because you’re following their coaching in real time.

 

During the workout, you’ll also benefit from an interactive ergometer class setup. Fitscope’s app can connect to many rowing machines via Bluetooth (FTMS compatibility). This means your rower’s data – stroke rate (SPM), pace, distance, and calories – can display on your screen as you row. Seeing those metrics update live adds a game-like element and keeps you pushing. It’s almost like having a personal coach tracking your performance. You can set targets (for example, holding a 500m split time) and the app will show you if you’re on pace. Some classes even incorporate racing or distance challenges where you try to hit a certain meter mark by the end of a song or interval.

 

Fitscope’s online platform also fosters community. In live indoor rowing sessions, you might see a leaderboard or feed of other participants, which can spark friendly competition. Even in on-demand mode, you’re rowing “with” an instructor who cheers you on and often mentions proper form reminders (“Shoulders down, drive through the legs!”) at just the right moments. You get the feel of a group workout and professional guidance, all from home. All you need is your rowing machine (any Concept2 or similar erg works great) and an internet connection. We handle the rest – streaming HD video, pumping music, and a motivating coach to pull the best out of you.

 
 

How to Get Started with Fitscope Rowing

• Set up your gear: Place your rowing machine (ergometer) in a comfortable, well-lit space with room to fully extend. Have water and a towel nearby. If you’re brand new to rowing, spend a few minutes getting familiar with the foot straps and handle.

   

• Join Fitscope: Download the Fitscope app or visit our website and start your 7-day free trial (new members get a risk-free week). This will give you full access to all on-demand row workouts and live classes. You can use Fitscope on your phone, tablet, or TV – whatever’s easiest for you.

   

• Start with the basics: We recommend kicking off with a beginner-friendly class or tutorial. Check out our Beginner Rowing collection or a short 15-minute technique session. These will teach you proper form (how to push with your legs, swing the body, then pull with arms) and help you find a comfortable pace. Good form ensures you get the most from each stroke and stay injury-free.

   

• Explore and progress: Once you’ve got the hang of it, dive into other workouts! Try a HIIT sprint session for a quick sweat, a longer endurance row on a weekend, or mix things up with a rowing bootcamp or Rhythm Row® class. Fitscope’s library has rows ranging from 15 minutes to 40 minutes, so you can always find one to fit your schedule. Aim to row at least a couple of times a week, and feel free to supplement with our strength or stretching classes on off days. Over time, you’ll notice your split times improving and your stamina increasing. Celebrate those wins!

   

Ready to row? Now that you know what to expect, all that’s left is to grab a spot on the virtual erg. Browse our Fitscope rowing library, pick a class that excites you, and press play on your next workout. No matter who you are or where you’re starting from, we’re excited to have you in our crew. Strap in, start rowing, and most importantly – enjoy the ride. You’ve got this!