Q: Do I need any prior fitness or water experience?
A: Not at all. Our members started out from all backgrounds and fitness levels. Just ask a coach at practice, or message us anything we should be aware of, and we’ll do our best to adjust for your first sessions.
Q: Where is practice?
A: We rent dock space from the Austin Rowing Club at 74 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701. We typically gather at the picnic tables down at water level, just look for the dragon boat paddles and say you’re here for the Austin Coolers.
Q: Where do I park?
A: Your best bet is to find street parking. This can be north/west of the dock into downtown, or east/south towards I-35. Members typically find a spot north of the dock as far north as 5th street and west as Brazos street. Or as far east and south as East Ave which runs along I-35. Please buffer up to 20 minutes to walk to the dock after parking.
Q: What do I bring?
A: Please bring water, a waterproof bag (if you have one), and dress for the weather. Getting splashed on is a possibility, so if you don’t have a waterproof bag you can either use a ziploc, leave your bag in our locked equipment chest, or ask a member for space in their bag. We will provide a PFD (personal flotation device) and paddle for the duration of the practice.
Any other questions? Contact us or message us through our Facebook page or Instagram @austincoolers
“The best teamwork comes from men who are working independently toward one goal in unison.”
James Cash Penney