Durham University have been running summer sculling camps since 2003 and they have grown in size, scope and prestige on an annual basis. They run during July and August every year and are structured to cater for a wide range of ages and abilities. The camps are delivered by Team Durham’s professional rowing coaches who are supported by additional qualified volunteers which ensures all participants are given the optimum opportunity to learn and develop during their time on camp. The camps are run out of Maiden Castle, the university’s £40m sports park close to Durham City centre and our water training centre on the River Tyne in Newcastle. Whilst equipment is provided athletes are encouraged to bring their own boats and blades if they have them. This is to eliminate any familiarisation issues that come with rowing in different equipment. Coaches of athletes attending the camps are welcome to attend and support their athletes; for more information contact holly.young@durham.ac.uk. The camps will also include sessions in the indoor rowing tank and, the junior performance and performance camp may also involve sessions in crew boats.
Learn to Row (week 1)
July 28th to 31st (Monday to Thursday)
Our Learn to Row camp is for participants aged 11-16 (KS3) who have never rowed before. Based at Maiden Castle (Sport & Wellbeing Park), participants will have access to our state of the art indoor rowing tank and ergo gallery. As well as the opportunity to get on the water and put into practice the new skills you have developed.
All equipment will be provided, including lifejackets (where applicable) and lunch is included within the price of the camp.
This is a non-residential camp that will run from 9:30am - 3:30pm each day.
Junior Development Camp (week 1)
July 29th to 31st (Monday to Thursday)
This camp is aimed at juniors (11-16) with some experience in rowing, who are looking to improve their technique and build confidence both on and off the water, aiming to participate in a single scull regatta at the end of the week.
Based at Maiden Castle (Sport & Wellbeing Park), participants will have access to our state of the art indoor rowing tank and ergo gallery. In addition to this, participants will complete water sessions on the River Wear boating from DUBC’s boathouse on the Maiden Castle site.
All equipment will be provided, if participants have their own equipment that they wish to use on the camp (boat/blades) please contact Holly Young. Lunch will be provided each day within the cost of the camp.
This is a non-residential camp that will run from 9:30am - 3:30pm each day.
