Beginners are welcome, and can learn quickly in this setting. However, in order to provide a comprehensive introduction to the sport of sculling, the Florida Rowing Center recommends a minimum of 3 days (2 sessions per day) for beginners. The only prerequisite for participation is that you have reasonable swimming skills.
A BEGINNER/NOVICE SCULLER IS DEFINED AS ONE WHO:
Has never been in a boat before; this is the first time sculling.
Has never been in a sculling boat but rows on an indoor rower.
Has sweep experience but has never sculled.
Has limited sculling experience (less than 3 times on the water).
Rows but is very unstable, has a hard time rowing a shell without flipping.