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Anglia Ruskin Boat Club is open to any student of Anglia Ruskin University. If you wish to join, please contact us.

How much does it cost?: One semester costs £50. Two terms £100. In addition, you’ll need rowing-specific clothing and a membership of the SU gym. We offer a 6 week induction course to cater for novices who are thinking of joining the club.
Do you enter competitions?: Yes, we are competitive club. Our first crews rowers compete in high profile races such as; Head of the River, Henley Royal Regatta. Our novices enter competitions on the river Cam against all of the Cambridge college boat clubs.
Do I need to have any experience?: It helps, but every year we train people from scratch so don’t let this stop you.
Do I need to be sporty?: Preferably, however we help you to get into shape.
Do I need to be tall?: If you wish to row, size is an advantage. If you wish to cox, being small and light is an advantage.
When do you train?: We adjust training to your timetables. However, we expect training in early mornings.
What kind of training to you do?: Training is on-water rowing, indoor rowing, cardio, and weights.
This sounds like an incredible amount of work. Is this really required?: Yes, we are competitive club and we expect our members to be prepared for races. Selection is made on three criteria; Technical ability, fitness and commitment.