The Adaptive Squad
The Adaptive Squad
At City of Oxford Rowing Club we welcome on-board anyone with a physical, sensory or learning impairment who wishes to take up the sport. We firmly believe rowing to be a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their personal circumstances. We are a truly inclusive club for the local community and for those further afield, who do not have access to such facilities.
About the Squad
The adaptive squad has been a long standing and integral part of the club. We have a broad range of facilities and supported by a great team of coaches and volunteers. The squad has influenced people’s lives in very positive ways, creating friendships, removing barriers and growing confidence.
Adaptive rowing provides a great opportunity to keep fit and a sport that can be adapted to most people’s individual needs. Some of our squad members like to row for recreational purposes alone, however we also offer support and training to those who wish to row at a competitive level, giving the chance for athletes of all abilities to train and compete, win medals at all levels of competition.
Squad Activities
Sessions are scheduled between 10:00 and 13:00hrs every Sunday after “Heads” racing and once the river has quietened down from the early morning’s activities. We don’t need commitment for every session, or every hour of each session. Our program is flexible and outings can be arranged depending on the availability of coaches and bank riders.
Squad Structure
We do not create a tiered structure to our squad given each member has their own individual needs. Our primary focus is to create a safe, positive and friendly environment that can be enjoyed by all. We are developing an individual training program for the athletes, each of whom have identified some exciting and challenging goals that they wish to achieve. Coaching in sculling is given to everyone and participation in the Squad is a rewarding experience for athlete’s and coaches alike.
If you are interested in joining our Adaptive Squad as a rower, cox or able to volunteer your time as a bank rider or coach, please contact us via email on the address below, we look forward to hearing from you.
email: adaptive.rowing@oxfordrowingclub.org.uk