Performance & Pathway:
The squad offers an inspiring and enjoyable environment for athletes to achieve their goals, and welcomes experienced oarsmen (aged +18yrs) who and are committed and want to take on the challenge of training and performing at a high level, to further their rowing career in the pursuit of success.
We are a successful group, with wins at local and university level, and crews competing at senior events at Henley Women’s and Royal Regatta, Head of the River and BUCS.
Coaches
Dez Atkins
Head Coach
Level 3 Coach
Nikki Spencer
Level 2 Coach
Hamish Roots
Level 2 Coach
Laura Wheeler
GB Rowing Team, Start Programme, Nottingham:
The GB Rowing Start Programme has one aim, to produce Olympic athletes. The Start programme is one of the most successful talent ID programmes in Great Britain for an Olympic sport, funded by the National Lottery. The programme recruits individuals who meet our baseline criteria;
Age: 14-22 years – Height: Women 5’ 10” and Men 6’ 2”
Physical testing: Strength and Power Endurance
Rowing experience is not necessary!
How does this work on a day to day basis in Nottingham? Nottingham RC hosts the Start centre providing facilities for land training and access to the National Water Sports Centre lake. The group trains twice a day, six days per week. The programme is designed to produce individual athletes for the Olympic team therefore; a lot of time is spent in developing skill sets and boat speed in a single. Start athletes are tested once a month on a performance camp to monitor their progression and will also compete at local and national races throughout the year.
To be tested and for more information on the GB Rowing Team Start Programme please contact Nottingham’s GB Rowing Start Coach, Nicola on: nicola.benavente@britishrowing.org
The Nottingham Start Centre has produced athletes who have competed and medalled at the Junior World Championships, U23 World Championships, Senior World Championships and Matt Gottrel who won a Gold medal in the Men’s 8+ at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Coaches
Nicola Benavente
Level 3 Coach
Juniors