ERG ED® brings rowing into the classroom.

ERG ED® launched in 2010 in three Seattle Middle Schools. By 2014, ERG ED® was an integrated part of the standard physical education curriculum for all Seattle Public School students in Middle and K-8 schools - this was just the beginning.

ERG ED® is an indoor rowing curriculum that brings rowing directly to the P.E. classroom. ERG ED® introduces students to rowing and teaches essential life skills such as fitness, goal setting, and teamwork.

Through partnerships with school districts and boathouses across the country, the ERG ED® program is leading a large-scale, systemic change in how young people access the sport of rowing.

The goal of ERG ED® is to introduce the sport of rowing to all young people and to create viable pathways for students to continue rowing.

Quotes from our ERG ED® Teachers

“The materials, resources, posters, and videos were easy to follow and help guide instruction, activities, and lessons.”

“This is a wonderful opportunity to help students learn how to stay healthy. Thank you.”

Quotes from our ERG ED® Students

“I enjoyed feeling stronger and gaining confidence on the rowing machine.”

“I enjoyed how fun it was.”

“I enjoyed the BURN”

Curriculum: The ERG ED®: Rowing in the Classroom curriculum is a nationally recognized and SHAPE aligned Physical Education unit that offers easy implementation and integration for teachers, schools, and administrators.

Teacher Training: Built around a “train the trainer” model, ERG ED® provides PE teachers with everything they need to bring a high quality and fun experience to their students during the school day.

Equipment: With just 20 rowing machines, you can bring this program to thousands of students each year within your community.

Community: From field trips to local boathouses, to nationwide competition, the ERG ED® Community provides exciting, enriching, and life-changing opportunities for all students!

Bring ERG ED® to your city!

Ready to join cities across the country and fundamentally change how youth access rowing in your community?

Here are two ways you can Bring Rowing to the Classroom and Change Lives!

Apply for the Concept2 Grant
Purchase the ERG ED® Curriculum

CONCEPT2 GRANT PROGRAM

With this grant program, two new communities will be chosen to bring rowing to the classroom in a fun, educational, and captivating way that ties cross-curricular themes and social-emotional learning into a phenomenal physical education experience.

Grantees will receive:

- A set of up to 20 Concept2 rowing machines (RowErgs)
- Nationally recognized Physical Education curriculum
- A suite of teaching resources through our online ERG ED® Classroom
- ERG ED® Teacher Training for physical education teachers in your school district
- Invitation to join the ERG ED® Community offering nationwide contests and extra-curricular activities
- Remote support from the Pocock Foundation staff throughout the academic year to troubleshoot program logistics, including program evaluation and reporting

The application is now CLOSED for the 2024 cycle. Check back in January 2025!

Learn About the 2024 Grantees!