Sun 17 May 1030 - Open/Development Rows further update…

[Liz Walmsley]

As mentioned at the AGM,  I intend to hold an open/development rowing day on Sun 17 May Meeting at the boat park at 1030.  
This will consist of a number of short circuits with an opportunity for new rowers to have a go and also for current members to focus on their rowing style and confidence or perhaps practice coxing away from and into the beach.  Perhaps also some Teifi experience?
Please post below if you have friends who may wish to give rowing a go.  
Also post if you would like to develop your own rowing in a gentle and safe environment - and what you would like to focus on.

We now have at least 9 newbies with only 2 newcomers in a boat at a time so may also need to get Gladys out(if we have enough members to support).  Therefore suggest

Langstone Lady for Cox/beach training led by me
Sallyport and Sweare Deep (and maybe Gladys) for newcomers/improvers led by Pete Reid, Chris W, Dave and Jenny with support from Richard, Les, Stephen and Marion and anyone else available.
Millie for Teifi training led by Nigel.

I will provide a short introduction / waiver signing for newcomers at about 1035 while the rest of the members prepare the boats.  Will try to get the boats with newbies away first and then bring down LL and Teifi.  Please be careful and considerate as the foreshore will be crowded!  Please ensure that your guests come appropriately attired with layers, "wet shoes/boots" and with waterproofs just in case.

We will do short circuits and swap crews in and out as required to ensure that everyone gets a few goes. Please be flexible!

All boats to carry a radio and all coxes to wear a buoyancy aid.

Marion has kindly volunteered to be beachmaster initially but will need to swap round with another member so she can get in a row too!

[Chris Waterworth]

Hi Liz,  Yes I would like to come along and bring a potential new rower along too.

[john d. pearce]

Hi Liz
Like to do some gentle coxing.
John D.

[Anne3]

Hi Liz, That's a great idea. I'm interested (particularly in practising coxing off the beach at the beginning of a row), but would not be able to be there much before 12 because it's a Sunday. With high tide at 12:30, will you be going on for a bit after that? I expect it depends on the weather and the number of people, so I won't mind being told to wait until another occasion if necessary. Thanks very much.

[Vanessa]

Not sure if my earlier message went through but yes I would love to come along for some training.

[Pete Reed]

Hi Liz
Great idea
I'm happy to help and Maureen would like some assistance with improving her stroke.
We may have a potential new member.
Pete

[Lynn Murray]

Hi Liz
I would like to have a go in a Teifi please.

[Les Goodall]

Hi Liz, I will come along 😁

[Marion]

HI Liz, I have 2 friends who are very keen to have a go at rowing please.  I will come along to watch and can row if needed. Thanks. Marion

[nigel]

Happy to come and assist in whatever role required.

[Marionwilyman]

Thanks Liz, I would like to try a Teifi and perhaps some coxing instruction. Marion W.

[Wendy and Stephen]

Hi Liz, I would like to have a go at coxing out of the mill please. Also have a friend that would like to try out. Both Stephen and I will be there to help out with 'whatever' on the day - Wendy and Stephen 🚣‍♀️ 🚣‍♂️

[Christine Hill]

Yes please, particularly to try coxing in and out and rowing a Teifi.

[JeanEvans]

Hi Liz, I would love to join you please. I would like to have a go in the Teifi and practice the route going on and off the beach.

[Jane Alder]

Hi Liz, I have yet to row, but would like to have a go on 17 May. Am I eligible?

[Liz Walmsley]

Hi Jane, yes of course. We will have a number of people new to rowing and more experienced people to provide guidance.

[Liz Walmsley]

Hi Ann, anticipate that we will keep going until at least 1.30

[Anne3]

Thanks!

[Liz Walmsley]

Please see update above and, if not already signed up, let me know if you can come and help on the day

[Dave M]

We will be there Liz

Dave and Jenny