Recreational rowing provides the opportunity to paddle, in a range of stable and racing boats, on the beautiful Kingston stretch of the Thames. The Recreational squad are a friendly group who meet up to 4 times a week (2 week day sessions and 2 weekend sessions) and is the ideal squad in which to enjoy the sport if you are not willing or not able to commit to the training demands of a more competitive racing squad. It is also a great squad for getting back into the sport after a break, giving you time to develop your technical skills and fitness before selection into an age specific squad.
The squad includes athletes aged 18+ and it functions under the watchful supervision of our very experienced lead coach, Chris Griffiths. The water sessions are fun and relaxed but, if you want to be more competitive, we regularly compete in local 'Explore Rowing' events.
If you are interested in joining the Kingston Rowing Club Recreational Squad, you can find out about our Learn to Row Courses or for more experienced return to rowers, please email: info@kingstonrc.co.uk
We asked a couple of squad members to comment on their Rec Squad experience and here's what they said
“Joining the rec squad has been a joy; relaxed enough to enjoy rowing different sections of the river with different members over different sessions (depending on who can make it), and focused enough to continually learn and improve. Everyone plays their part in creating an inclusive, supportive approach that brings out the best in everyone.”
“Beautiful rowing with beautiful people.”