A crew just off L2R on 4 Aug 2024 about to race in the Sunday League - club in background
L2R courses will be running in 2026 - format and dates TBC
Our two courses in 2025 ran from 27 July to 31 August (Wednesday evenings) and from 30 July to 3 September (Sunday mornings). We may have similar timings in 2026, but to be confirmed
Course outline in 2025
See the course information sheet course info sheet for more information on what we did in 2025, but here is an outline. The courses in 2026 will be similar, but timing may vary
In week 1 of each course attendees had an introduction to the club, the equipment and to rowing generally. They then got coaching on basic technique and fitness on the rowing machines (ergos as we call them).
Week 2 was on land again, but in the rowing 'tank' across the river at Tyne United RC which allows more realistic blade (oar) work in a controlled setting. In weeks 3-6 we were on the water, weather allowing. We generally scull, i.e rowing with two oars each, in stable quads (with four rowers) to begin with.
How to register your interest for 2026
If you think you might like top try a learn to row couse with us in 2026, then fill in the form below. We will get back to you with our plans in early 2026.
Advice on clothing
Make sure you bring sports clothing (indoor and outdoor, not too baggy - thin layers are best), trainers and (a must) wellies, sandals, or wet shoes. Don't bring anything too precious - things can get a bit dirty or quite wet very easily. Hoodies or jackets with open pockets are not allowed when rowing or on the rowing machines, as thumbs can get caught (painfully). A full change of clothing including a towel is srongly advised.
Location
Our location is shown on the web page www.tynerowingclub.org/pages/contact_or_find_us_10598.cfm. Postcode is NE15 8NL. The What3Words code for our front gate is refers.span.door. We are the club north of the river, just past Branzinos Restaurant/Boathouse PH. There is free car parking at the club car park (sharp right after the pub) or on the grassed area past the club on the riverside (take the access road through the gate).
L2R courses will be running in 2026 - format and dates TBC
Our two courses in 2025 ran from 27 July to 31 August (Wednesday evenings) and from 30 July to 3 September (Sunday mornings). We may have similar timings in 2026, but to be confirmed
Course outline in 2025
See the course information sheet course info sheet for more information on what we did in 2025, but here is an outline. The courses in 2026 will be similar, but timing may vary
In week 1 of each course attendees had an introduction to the club, the equipment and to rowing generally. They then got coaching on basic technique and fitness on the rowing machines (ergos as we call them).
Week 2 was on land again, but in the rowing 'tank' across the river at Tyne United RC which allows more realistic blade (oar) work in a controlled setting. In weeks 3-6 we were on the water, weather allowing. We generally scull, i.e rowing with two oars each, in stable quads (with four rowers) to begin with.
How to register your interest for 2026
If you think you might like top try a learn to row couse with us in 2026, then fill in the form below. We will get back to you with our plans in early 2026.
Advice on clothing
Make sure you bring sports clothing (indoor and outdoor, not too baggy - thin layers are best), trainers and (a must) wellies, sandals, or wet shoes. Don't bring anything too precious - things can get a bit dirty or quite wet very easily. Hoodies or jackets with open pockets are not allowed when rowing or on the rowing machines, as thumbs can get caught (painfully). A full change of clothing including a towel is srongly advised.
Location
Our location is shown on the web page www.tynerowingclub.org/pages/contact_or_find_us_10598.cfm. Postcode is NE15 8NL. The What3Words code for our front gate is refers.span.door. We are the club north of the river, just past Branzinos Restaurant/Boathouse PH. There is free car parking at the club car park (sharp right after the pub) or on the grassed area past the club on the riverside (take the access road through the gate).
An alternative - daytime Community Rowing - Wednesday mornings
If you are free during the day on a Wednesday from 9.30-12.00 our less formal daytime rowing sessions could be for you. It is currently £6.00 a session or you can take out monthly off-peak membership by standing order for £21 pm. It is for all levels of experience from beginner upwards.
If you are interested in the Wednesday morning sessons, then please email Colin Percy at colinwpercy@gmail.com in advance, so we can plan adequate coaching etc.
If you are free during the day on a Wednesday from 9.30-12.00 our less formal daytime rowing sessions could be for you. It is currently £6.00 a session or you can take out monthly off-peak membership by standing order for £21 pm. It is for all levels of experience from beginner upwards.
If you are interested in the Wednesday morning sessons, then please email Colin Percy at colinwpercy@gmail.com in advance, so we can plan adequate coaching etc.
