The 2025 World Rowing Indoor Virtual Series is here — a global indoor rowing challenge running from 1 June to 30 September 2025, and it’s open to everyone with an erg and the will to test themselves. Whether you’re training for performance or simply want to stay motivated, these four unique monthly challenges will put your rowing skills to the test in fun, creative ways.
At Tony Larkman Personal Training, we’re excited to support this fantastic initiative on our Indoor Rower page. If you’re one of our rowers (or want to become one), this is a great way to push your limits, train with purpose, and be part of the worldwide rowing community.
What’s Happening?
Each month features a new, out-of-the-ordinary challenge, revealed just before it begins. These aren’t your typical 2k rows – they’ll test power, control, rhythm, and endurance in unique ways.
🏁 Challenge 1: Podium Power
- Period: 1 June – 31 July (Extended two-month opener!)
- Distance: 213 metres
- Goal: Go all-out and sprint for the virtual podium.
- Scoring: Fastest time wins! Submit as many attempts as you like.
👉 To set up your Performance Monitor (PM), either follow the manual instructions under the Technical Requirements & Manual tab on the World Rowing Indoor site, or click the auto-link to configure it instantly via the ErgData app.
🌀 Challenge 2: Yin-Yang
- Period: 1 July – 31 July
- Format: Still under wraps… expect balance and control. Revealed end of June!
🎵 Challenge 3: Metronome
- Period: 1 August – 31 August
- Format: What does rhythm mean in rowing? You’ll find out at the end of July.
❤️ Challenge 4: Heartbeat
- Period: 1 September – 30 September
- Format: As summer ends, this final challenge brings it all together. Details will drop late August!
How to Join
Anyone with access to a Concept2 ergometer and the ErgData app can take part. No fees. No limits. Just pure virtual rowing competition with rowers around the world.
At Tony Larkman Personal Training, we’ll be incorporating each monthly challenge into our indoor rowing sessions and programming. I’ll guide you through the technical setup, help you train specifically for each format, and give feedback on your pacing, strategy, and form.
Questions?
For official challenge details, email: indoor@worldrowing.com
For more indoor rowing info, erg setup or to join our participation group, contact me directly via the Contact Page.
Why Take Part?
- Train with purpose and variety
- Stay accountable over 4 months
- Test different rowing skills
- Be part of a global community
- Add a competitive edge to your workouts
Let’s row together, virtually – and powerfully.