Row like a Venetian

We are a group of local vogatori, Venetian by birth and by choice, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Venetian cultura acquea, the water culture. It starts with the voga, and you can try it yourself.

By offering you the opportunity to try the voga alla veneta — the unique, stand-up rowing style developed to traverse the city and its lagoon, and made iconic by the gondoliers — you’ll have a rare, first-hand experience of this rich heritage. At the same time, you’ll be supporting our non-profit organization’s efforts to keep this the voga an integral part of the city, as we raise international awareness and generate broader support for the role of the voga and typical Venetian boats.

By participating in—not just observing—this very-Venetian pastime, you’ll acquire a profound understanding of the city that is both historic and intimate, while getting a taste of this unique and exhilarating activity. Check lesson availability now.

Whether you row Venice as a leisure activity, part of a rowing event, or sporting regattas—you’ll come to understand how the voga is an integral part of Venetian heritage. That’s why we say…

We are a group of local vogatori, Venetian by birth and by choice, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Venetian cultura acquea, the water culture. It starts with the voga, and you can try it yourself.

There is nothing more Venetian than the Voga.