So you want to learn to row? Read on.......................
 
1. The basics
One of Newarks' young coxes at the start of his first race in December 2004.
We are developing a coxing guide for junior beginners - follow the link at the top of the page.
 
  1.1. Junior beginners Safety Worksheet and answers for discussion
  1.2. Boathouse Safety - things to remember before boating
  1.3. Choosing your boat
  1.4. Getting the boat on the water and yourself in the boat
  1.5. Holding your blades correctly
  1.6. Safe position
  1.7. Rock 'n' Roll
  1.8. PHOTOGRAPHIC GET AFLOAT GUIDE
   
2. Get Moving
  2.1. Strokes - square-blades and feathering
  2.2. Where am I going wrong?
  2.3. Stop that boat!
   
3. Forwards / backwards / stopping - what's next?
  3.1. Taking care of your boat
  3.2. Warming up and stretching
  3.3. Into a fine single scull
  3.4. Stearing
  3.5. Balance
  3.6. More exercises to correct your errors
  We have a new mens novice coxed four - "two" is pictured here with the cox, getting ready for a training session.
4. Your Rowing Career

12 months after finishing Project Oarsome, these guys won gold at the Peterborough J14 Regatta 2005

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