We’re happy to announce our Junior “Try Rowing” taster sessions for 2021!
We’re inviting boys or girls with birthdates in 2006, 2007 or 2008 to book their spots on our beginner sessions. These sessions are aimed at complete beginners interested in taking up a new sport, and are being held on the 9th and 16th of June at 17:30. Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!
For more information, or to book your spot follow the links below!
In line with the latest restrictions from the NI Executive, and following advice gratefully received from Rowing Ireland Ulster Branch and SportNI, the club will remain closed for all activity until at least 6th February 2021.
The current legislation includes an Executive review three weeks into this period, so there is a possibility the restrictions could be extended beyond the 6th February, so further details will be published and distributed as an when we get them.
Indoor and outdoor training continues to be permitted for “Elite Athletes” as well as outdoor training for schools as part of their Physical Education program but all other facilities, such as ours, must close completely during this time.
“In response to the significant challenges facing the health service due to the Covid-19 pandemic the Executive have announced a package of interventions and restrictions for the coming weeks.
The aim of these restrictions is to drive the R number down and in doing so protect the Health Service through a challenging period that lies immediately ahead. All sectors are being asked to play their part in this collaborative effort.
Much of sport will be affected but the Executive continues to recognise the physical and mental health benefits associated with individuals exercising outdoors on an individual basis or with members of their household. All sports Governing bodies and their clubs are asked to demonstrate leadership within the community by complying with these restrictions. By doing so sport can make a valuable contribution to driving the R number down which will in turn lead to higher levels of sport activity being permitted once this period of restrictions is eased.”
Summary Position for sport and physical activity following recent executive announcements – SportNI
In line with the latest advice issued by SportNI and Rowing Ireland Ulster Branch today, the club will cease all crew boat activities until further notice.
Single sculls and crew boats within households are still permitted, as is indoor training on an individual basis only. Only one person (plus a coach, where appropriate) will be allowed in the hall at any given time.
Access to boating slots and indoor training time will continue in the usual way, speak to your Crew Coordinators if you have any questions.
The committee thanks all members for adhering to the rules, we know these new restrictions will be unpopular but all parts of society must play its part in reducing the R number, and that includes sport.
I’m happy to report that the latest advice has been posted by Rowing Ireland we are now permitted to resume indoor training.
We are required to limit numbers due to the size of our hall so no more than two people will be permitted at any given time (though more are permitted if they are all from the same household). Social distancing must be applied at all times, and no hard surfaces are to be shared between individuals (so no ‘working in’ with weights equipment etc) and all surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned before and after use so that each person is responsible for their own safety.
Cleaning supplies can be found on the table in the hall, with more in the cleaning store. If these supplies begin running low, email me at captain@belfastrowing.com.
Showers and changing rooms remain closed, but use of the bathrooms is permitted.
Use of the hall can be reserved in one-hour slots using the new sheet on the existing sign-in form (I wont share the link here, but if you need access check your previous emails or contact me) you have been using so far. You’ll see the tabs for navigating between the sheets in the bottom-left of the window.
Our very own Gillian McCaughtry spoke to Rowing Ireland about her experiences as a woman in coaching and her history in the sport, as well as sharing her advice for anyone thinking about getting involved in coaching.
You can read the full interview on the Rowing Ireland website!
https://www.rowingireland.ie/women-in-coaching-spotlight-gillian-mccaughtry/
In accordance with the club constitution, we will be holding a virtual SGM on Saturday 27th June at 4pm to elect the Captain for the coming 2020/2021 season.
Details for accessing the Zoom call will have been emailed to you. If you have not received these details, contact Anne at secretary@belfastrowing.com
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