Rowing in Amsterdam
“Winter miles, summer smiles”. In Amsterdam we aim at rowers looking to put in some dedicated work during fall and winter, to improve their technique and fitness in a single scull, double scull or pair. Besides that, our training days are an excellent preparation for rowers who want to race the famous races “Skiffhead” or the “Tweehead” on the river Amstel in Amsterdam.
Rowing water
Rowing and coaching takes place on the river Amstel and/or on the “Weespertrekvaart”, a canal which is easily accessed from the Amstel. Weespertrekvaart is a sheltered canal, very suitable for technique work. Coaches will accompany their rowers by bike, coaching from the bank. Participants wishing to explore the racing course of the Amstel in preparation for the Skiffhead or Tweehead can row on the river Amstel, with coaching from the bank as well.
Fleet
Participants will be rowing in a boat (1x, 2x, 2-) from SaarRowingCenter. Of course, you are welcome to use your own single or double instead, if you prefer.
Accommodation
In Amsterdam, we are the guests of Poseidon Rowing Club,
For those from abroad, the city of Amsterdam offers a lot of different options for an overnight stay.
Poseidon is easily reached by public transport (train/metro) and a 15 minute walk.
