Erg intensive

Learn how to train on the rowing machine for indoor rowing races, erg races, three month erg rowing program

Championship Indoor Rowing Preparation Programme - Sign Up Below

Train smart. Race fast. Podium ready.

Prepare for the World Indoor Rowing Championships, British Rowing Indoor Championships and US Indoor Rowing Championships with science-backed, personalised training.

The problem with generic training plans

Every rower is different. Your physiology, your limiters, your strengths - they're unique to you. So why would you follow the same training programme as everyone else?

Generic programmes can't tell you whether your performance is limited by peak power output, lactic threshold or aerobic capacity. They can't adjust to target your specific needs.

Championship-level racing demands championship-level preparation.

Your personalised path to peak performance

Led by elite coach Sam Dutney, this programme begins with comprehensive physiological testing to identify exactly where your performance gains will come from. Then we build your training plan around your body's needs.

Peak power development - maximise your explosive strength for sprint performance

Lactic system optimisation - build your ability to sustain high-intensity efforts

Aerobic capacity enhancement - develop the endurance base that carries you through championship races

No guesswork. No wasted training. Just focused, effective preparation tailored to your racing goals.

Start with our free kickoff workshop 

Join Sam Dutney for the programme's first lesson where you'll learn the Week 1 physiological testing protocol, how to identify your performance limiters, how the programme will be customised for your needs and what championship preparation really requires.

This free workshop gives you everything you need to understand the programme and decide if it's right for your racing goals.

Kickoff: 31st November, 2025

  • New York EST 3pm
  • Los Angeles PST 12 pm midday
  • London GMT 8 pm
  • Auckland NZDT 9 am (1st December)
  • Sydney AEDT 7 am (1st December)

Watch the first lesson FREE

 

Tried and tested by our athletes and get you prepared for for peak event dates like CRASH-B and World Rowing Indoor Championships. The programs prepare you for these 2k and 500m erg distance events.

Sam Dutney - lead coach

Hear what Sam has to say about this three month program.

 

NEW for 2025 camp

We have included strength training by Alex Wolf within your program. Alex writes the Strength training for Faster MAsters monthly training programs, he was the British Rowing lead Strength and Conditioning Coach and has deep expertise in rowing and also training older athletes.

Alex understands how to use strength training for high rate rowing as well as low rates. His strength program will help you improve your peak power by anything from 5 to 25 watts. That's massive when it comes to erg splits.

Join the fortnightly video calls and learn how to do each workout, how to refine and improve your workout split and rate scores, testing your progress, and the scale of improvement you should aim for, race strategies, warming up, the challenge of big event nerves.

You do not need to have your rowing machine nearby for the video call - it is a discussion, not an exercise class.

Whether you're chasing a world championship podium, a national title or simply your best-ever 2k time, this programme will get you there.

  • A daily training program
  • Strength training program
  • Set your erg training zones
  • Coaching video call every two weeks
  • Erg technique analysis and recommendations
  • Race planning
  • Race day preparation and checklist
  • Testing and progress reporting

The erg workouts are the Faster Masters Erg Training (also available in the Individual, Crew and Club program subscriptions).

Does the program work?

I just wanted to tell you how much I have enjoyed the Faster Masters program so far. After a taper last week, I had the CRASH Bs last Sunday (2K) and an asynchronous doubles race (1K) Wednesday and another 2K in the US Lightweight Indoor Rowing National Championships today.
Using your training plan, I PR'd by 1.4 sec at the CRASH Bs (8:27.1), PR'd by 0.3 sec in the 1K (3:56.6) and PR'd again today (8:26.7) in the US Indoor Lightweight 2K race.
I love the science behind the training as well as the periodicity of it. I like that you explain the training in the different modules so I know WHY I am doing the training pieces listed in your program. Additionally, I have learned a ton from all the other content that is available. The Faster Masters podcast is a treasure trove of information as well.  Thank you so much for the Faster Masters Program! It really works!!
Debbie Taylor

Reserve Your Free Workshop Spot - 31st November

Why train with Sam Dutney?

Sam brings elite-level coaching experience and a deep understanding of the physiology behind rowing performance. His approach combines cutting-edge sports science with practical, proven training methods that deliver results when it matters most - on race day.

Limited spaces available

To ensure every athlete receives the individualised attention they need, programme enrolment is limited. The 31st November workshop is your opportunity to experience Sam's coaching and secure your place before the season begins.

Sign Up for Free Kickoff Workshop

Your championship season starts 1st December. Don't miss the starting line.

The price is US$75 per month.

All prices are in US$. If you are in New Zealand, they include GST.

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