description Rowing Coxed Four Overview
The coxed four is a sweep-rowing boat class crewed by four rowers and a coxswain. Each rower handles one oar, while the coxswain steers the shell, coordinates the crew, and helps manage race tactics and rhythm. Men's coxed four appeared in the Olympic rowing program for much of the twentieth century but is no longer contested at the Games; the class remains part of some other rowing competitions.
help Rowing Coxed Four FAQ
What is a coxed four in rowing?
A coxed four is a sweep-rowing boat crewed by four rowers and one coxswain. Each rower uses one oar, while the coxswain steers and directs the crew.
What does the coxswain do in a coxed four?
The coxswain steers the shell, coordinates the crew, and helps manage rhythm and race tactics. Unlike the four rowers, the coxswain does not row.
How is a coxed four different from a coxless four?
A coxed four includes a fifth crew member who steers and directs the boat. In a coxless four, steering and tactical communication must be handled by the rowers through the boat's steering system.
Was the men's coxed four an Olympic event?
Yes. Men's coxed four appeared in the Olympic rowing program for much of rowing's Olympic history, although event programs have changed over time.
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