Rowing at Dulwich: A Review
Rowing—what is it, and why should you do it? Well, the premise is simple. Propel your boat across a body of water as fast as possible. Rowing is a very simple concept, and so it is unique in this way compared to other sports, like rugby and football. Furthermore, rowing is very good exercise, working 86% of the body ’ s muscles. With all the strength and erg (indoor rowing machine) sessions that rowing at DC offers, you will gain good physical endurance and become very fit. There is also a huge amount of variety when it comes to rowing. With all the different types of boats, techniques and positions, there is something for everyone. A good example of this is the coxswain, the person who steers the boat and motivates the crew. The coxswain is a less physically demanding role that focuses more
on positional awareness and intelligence. A more mentally centred position like this is completely unique to rowing, in a world of sport that is fixated on physical skill. Furthermore, rowing offers many opportunities. National competitions, such as NatSchools and Schools ’ Head offer are very rewarding and fun experiences. On top of this, rowing at DC offers many fun trips, going to locations such as Seville in Spain and Lake Bled in Slovenia. Many universities, such as those in both the UK and the USA, view rowing as a good attribute, meaning that those who do rowing are more likely to get accepted. Don ’ t just take it from me! Here is what a Y11 rower said about the sport when I interviewed him.
‘ Rowers truly are the jack - of - all -
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