Self-Assessment Tools

Track your progress and skill development in the Learn to Scull program with these self-assessment tools. These checklists will help you identify your strengths and areas for continued practice.

How to Use These Tools

  1. Review the skill checklists before each session to understand what you’ll be learning
  2. After each session, assess your comfort level with each skill
  3. Focus your practice on areas where you feel less confident
  4. Track your progress over time by revisiting these assessments
  5. Share your self-assessments with your coach for personalized guidance

Skill Development Takes Time

Remember that learning to row is a process. It's normal to need multiple sessions to master certain skills. Use these assessments to track your progress rather than judge your performance.

Session Skills Self-Assessment

Session 1 Skills Checklist

Equipment Knowledge

Boat parts identification
Oar parts identification
Adjusting foot stretchers

Safety Skills

Carrying a boat safely
Entering/exiting the boat
Basic commands understanding
Flip test performance

Basic Technique

Balance and posture
Arm movement
Basic body sequence

Notes and Observations

Your responses are saved locally in your browser for reference.

Session 2 Skills Checklist

Equipment Skills

Independent boat setup
Oarlock operation
Boat care and handling

Rowing Technique

Blade work and control
Recovery sequence
Drive sequence
Maintaining set (balance)

Maneuvering Skills

Basic steering
Stopping the boat
Turning in place

Notes and Observations

Your responses are saved locally in your browser for reference.

Comprehensive Skill Development Tracker

This comprehensive tracker covers all key skills you'll develop throughout the program. Use it to monitor your ongoing progress.

Coach Feedback Integration

Connecting Self-Assessment with Coach Feedback

Use your self-assessment to have more productive conversations with your coach:

  • Identify areas where your self-assessment differs from coach feedback
  • Ask specific questions about skills you're struggling with
  • Set clear goals based on your self-assessment and coach recommendations
  • Track progress on areas identified for improvement

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