Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Rowing Fitness Partner in Austin
Founded in 2014, R Fitness has become Austin's premier indoor rowing studio, offering expert-led workouts designed for all fitness levels. Our certified coaches bring extensive experience from collegiate and competitive rowing backgrounds, ensuring proper technique and safety while maximizing results. With trademarked programming that evolves weekly, we combine cardiovascular endurance, strength training, and technical skill development in every session.Our two central locations provide state-of-the-art Concept2 equipment and scenic views of Lady Bird Lake, creating an environment where athletes of all levels can thrive. Through personalized instruction and community-focused programming, we've helped thousands achieve their fitness goals while maintaining the lowest-impact, highest-engagement workout experience in the region.
Services
Cardio R
Long and L
Sculpt and R
Private Coaching
Group Rowing Events
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Certified coaches with collegiate and competitive rowing experience
- Unique weekly programming adapts to all fitness levels
- State-of-the-art Concept2 rowing machines in scenic locations
- Proven results: 86% muscle engagement with low joint impact
- Community-focused environment with 5-star rated instruction
What people say
Improved athletic performance
Engaging fast-paced workouts
INCREDIBLE views
Welcoming community
Mental challenge benefits
Services
Cardio R
Our signature high-intensity interval class challenges participants with short rowing bursts that track personal performance metrics. This program develops cardiovascular endurance while building power output through competitive self-challenge. Designed for all fitness levels, Cardio R sessions maintain structured intensity progression guided by expert coaching.
Long and L
Focus on technique mastery and strength development through lower stroke rate rowing. This class emphasizes proper form mechanics while building muscular endurance and power generation capacity. Ideal for improving overall rowing efficiency and developing foundational strength through controlled, meditative movements.
Sculpt and R
Combines rowing intervals with off-machine strength exercises for comprehensive fitness development. Targets remaining muscle groups not engaged during rowing while maintaining cardiovascular conditioning. This hybrid program builds total-body strength and improves muscular balance through integrated training methodology.
Private Coaching
Personalized instruction for individuals or small groups up to 10 people. Sessions focus on form refinement, performance optimization, and customized training plans. Available hourly with pricing scaling for group sizes up to 20 participants in circuit class formats.
Group Rowing Events
Community-focused rowing sessions with competitive elements against personal benchmarks. Features themed programming like 'Burn Week' with extended sets and challenge intervals. Encourages social interaction while maintaining individual progress tracking through digital performance metrics.
People
Chelsea Moore
Founder, Head Coach
Certified rowing coach since 2009 with collegiate Division 1 experience. Former CRCA All-Region athlete who established Austin's premier indoor rowing studio in 2014. Specializes in technique development and adaptive training programs.
Alexa Ball
Instructor
Former professional Scottish soccer player with therapeutic fitness expertise. Combines athletic performance knowledge with inclusive coaching methods. Also teaches adaptive horseback riding while maintaining rowing technique specialization.
Richard Butler
Instructor
35-year fitness industry veteran with USRowing leadership experience. Certified in multiple disciplines including indoor rowing, boxing, and martial arts. Former race director for major national indoor rowing events.
Laura Griffith
Head Coach
Competitive rower since 2001 with collegiate coaching experience. Former high school rowing program director who specializes in crew team development and technical skill refinement for both recreational and competitive athletes.
Napoleon Griffin
Instructor
16-time national track and field champion turned masters rowing record-holder. USRowing high-performance board member with expertise in adaptive rowing instruction for special needs athletes and veterans.
Questions
Can beginners join R Fitness rowing classes?
Yes, all classes accommodate beginners. Coaches provide form instruction and intensity adjustments to ensure safe, effective workouts for all experience levels.
What should I wear to a rowing class?
Wear fitted athletic clothing and any running shoes. Avoid loose garments that might interfere with equipment. Bring water and consider layering for temperature changes.
Do you offer showers at R Fitness locations?
The Downtown location provides 10 showers requiring a post-class key from instructors. Castle Hill Fitness location does not mention shower facilities.
What equipment do you use for rowing classes?
We exclusively use Concept2 Indoor Rowing machines, considered the industry standard for accuracy and durability in both training and competitive environments.
Are outdoor rowing classes available?
Yes, Downtown location offers outdoor rowing on the balcony overlooking Lady Bird Lake when weather permits (40-95°F range and no precipitation).
How does R Fitness accommodate different fitness levels?
Workouts follow participant-led intensity with coach adjustments. Burn Week challenges experienced athletes while maintaining approachable options for beginners through form modifications.
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