Rowing school

As from 12 years old all kids are welcome at our Rowing school. The school is located in the 'old' boathouse in the centre of Aveiro. This provides the children with a safe training environment, close to the schools and house. Under supervision of experienced teachers the children learn the basics of rowing technique, teamwork and fair play. They also train physical development and coordination.

Training hours 

12-14 years

• Tuesday and thursday 18h00 - 20h00

• Saturday 15h00 - 17h00

14+ years

• Monday, wednesday and friday 18h00 - 20h00

• Saturday 15h00 - 17h00

This schedule can be changed if needed for the athletes.

The coach of the rowing school is Miss. Rute Costa. She is also an athlete of our top-rowing section. You can contact her via email.

Program

The program consists of two different stages:

• 1st stage - In special and secure boats the children learn the basic rowing technique and boat-body movements. 

• 2nd stage: the childern move to more faster and difficult boats. This stage also develops there fysical capacities. They will start in regional regatas.

last updated: 14-11-2001

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