Learn to row to the start line: Journey to British Rowing Club Championships
From first strokes to the start line, hear all about Kiera Williams’ phenomenal journey to British Rowing Club Championships
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In September last year, Kiera Williams sat in a boat for the first time. She made the trip to Star Club, on the banks of the Great Ouse, as part of the club’s Learn to Row course. Star Club has a rich and proud history, with many outstanding athletes calling it home, including Olympic Champion Tim Foster who took gold in the Men’s Coxless Four in the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.
I would certainly recommend giving the Learn to Row course a go wherever you live in the country.
Of the back of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Star Club took part in a nationwide campaign to increase Learn to Row opportunities. The club was proud to support the next generation of talented young athletes taking their first strokes in the sport – Kiera was a fast learner and enjoyed spending time in a single scull.
After a long winter followed by sun-baked miles on the Ouse throughout the spring and summer, the Star Club rower is now taking part in her first-ever competition. Lining up in the Women’s Beginner Single Sculls at the British Rowing Club Championships, and Kiera was raring to go.
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“It’s a big deal to be here today, and I’m super excited. It’s all part of the learning experience. I’ve loved learning to row, and the club is so welcoming to all ages and abilities” said Kiera.
The beginner has enjoyed it so much that she’s not the only member of her family to take to the water!
“My dad is currently going through the Star Club Learn to Row course. It’s been really nice to have him down at the club rowing too, and it’s great to have my parents here today. I would certainly recommend giving the Learn to Row course a go wherever you live in the country.”
Watch the races back on Champs Live!
