We welcome new members who have some rowing/sculling experience and try to cater for those who want to simply use rowing to keep fit and those who want to row and race at both a local and national level.
The squad has been improving steadily over the last few years, and under our coach Tony we hope this will continue. In 2008 an eight won the novice pennant at WEHORR and we had a double crew reach the final of National Championships, plus an eight qualify through to the knock out stages of Henley Women's Regatta. In 2009 we had an eight finish in the top 150 at WEHORR and at Henley we had a coxed four qualify through the time trial to the knockout stages and a double reach the semi finals. In March 2010 our IM2 crew came in at 74 in WEHORR and a coxed quad got to the semis of their event at Henley.
Training
We welcome rowers wanting to train at all levels. We are fortunate to have a coach, Tony, who sets a programme to follow and gives up much of his time to be at water and land training sessions. For those wishing to be considered for boats racing at a national level, training involves four compulsory sessions a week which include: Tuesday water session, Thursday ergo session, Saturday double session one water one cardio, Sunday water session. We are also doing a Monday weights session. Tuesday and Thursday evening sessions are 6.00pm start and Saturday and Sunday are usually 8.00am and 9.00am respectively (but check).
Those who do not want to wish to compete at the higher levels are welcome to join in the sessions of their choosing. Crews will be selected for the national competitions on a merit basis. Ergo times, technical ability and ability to move boats will form the basis of selection by our coach.
Fun
Apart from rowing we all enjoy a night out or two together and a highlight of the year is the annual Winter Ball which brings all members of the club together for a night of fun and romance.
Joining
Laura Croisdale is the squad coordinator. If you are interested in joining the squad please e-mail her at croisdalester@gmail.com or ring her on 07932 799546 and arrange a time for you to come down and visit.
