Burton Leander Rowing Club

Burton Leander Rowing Club is open to all and always welcomes new rowers, both experienced and those new to the sport as we have a team of A.R.A qualified coaches and a variety of training boats. Burton Leander is committed to the development of homegrown talent and has recently seen rowers who started at the club go on to compete at National Schools, National Championships and Henley Royal regatta alongside numerous regional races.

When you first begin to learn to row sessions the first session that you attend will start at 10:30am on the first Sunday of the month. As soon as you have got out that first time you are able to attend any of the club sessions and build upon your experience.

Before taking part in any training or rowing activity, we'd request that prospective members sign a personal health declaration.Your health is important to us because rowing can be a physically demanding sport. It's far from being like free poker or chess where you get to sit all the time, hardly moving.

We have a range of training equipment to help you progress starting with Virus training boats and progressing through the use of 'floats' into 'fine', racing boats.

Those who want to come down to the club and give rowing a try should contact the captain, Rob Jephcote

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you are new to rowing here is a list of questions and answers that new members usually ask. If after reading these you have any other questions please feel free to get in touch.

Q: Do I have to have rowed before to join the club?
No, The club accepts new members who are both experienced and complete beginners.

Q: When is the best time of year to join the club?
The club accepts new members all year round. As a complete beginner it's normally a bit warmer to start in the spring, but lots of people do start through the autumn and winter months as well.

Q: What's the best way to get started?
Come down to the club on the first Sunday of the month at 10:30 and ask to speak to the captain

Q: What do I need to bring for my first session?
Some training kit which is not too baggy (shorts and t-shirt), a change of clothes and a towel. In the winter it is also a good idea to bring a hat to help stay warm

Q: How much time do I have to commit to rowing?
Members in the club train between 1 and 6 days a week, as a beginner you will find you improve much faster if you can manage to get out both days at the weekend, but many people do it just for fun and come when they can.

Q: Does the club have sculling racks for members?
The club does have sculling racks, however these are often in demand and you will probably be asked to join a waiting list