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Posted: 1 August 2025

Join us as Scottish Rowing embarks on a nationwide roadshow to shape our next ten-year Strategic Plan. We want every member’s voice in designing an ambitious future for rowing in Scotland - whether you’ve just taken up the sport as a beginner or you’ve been racing for decades, your ideas matter.

 Why Your Voice Matters

Our rowing community is at its best when every member has a say. These roadshow sessions give you the chance to:

• Share your experiences and ideas
• Influence the strategic direction of Scottish Rowing
• Connect directly with fellow members and leaders

By hearing directly from members, our next strategy will reflect the real needs and aspirations of clubs right across Scotland.

Dates and Venues

We’re hosting eight sessions in venues from the Highlands to Dumfries and Galloway. Any Scottish Rowing member can attend any date - pick the location that works best for you:

• Aberdeen (Aberdeen Boat Club) – Tuesday 19th August, 7pm
• Glasgow (West Boathouse) -  Saturday 23rd August, time TBC
• Inverness (venue TBC) – Sunday 24th August, 2pm
• Edinburgh (St Andrew Boat Club) – Tuesday 26th August, 7pm
• Lochwinnoch (Castle Semple Rowing Club) – Thursday 28th August, 7pm
• Strathclyde Park (Scottish Rowing Centre) – Saturday 30th August, 1pm
• Dumfries (Nithsdale Amateur Rowing Club) – Sunday 31st August, 2pm
• Stirling (Stirling Rowing Club) - TBC

What to Expect

Each two-hour session will be co-led by Scottish Rowing’s Chair and CEO, with support from other Board Directors and members of our Senior Leadership Team. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Hear an overview of our current progress and future ambitions
• Exchange ideas directly with the Board and senior staff
• Provide candid feedback on draft strategic themes

There is no cost to attend, however registration is essential.

How to Register

Secure your place today by signing up online: Registration Form

Spaces are limited - be sure to register soon and help steer the future of rowing in Scotland.

From the Chair

“We’re at a pivotal moment for rowing in Scotland. This roadshow is about listening as much as leading - every idea shared will help us create a strategy that truly reflects our community’s passion, diversity and ambition.” Dr Laura Graham, Chair of Scottish Rowing