www.irishrowing.com http://www.irishrowing.com Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 The Rules Of A Rowing Competition In Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/20/the-rules-of-a-rowing-competition-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/20/the-rules-of-a-rowing-competition-in-ireland/#comments Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=16 If you are new to the sport of rowing, or a young team training for a big competition in Ireland, not only do you have to know the rules of the games in Ireland, but if you are competing internationally, you will have to learn the rules that are followed in other countries, where the competition will take place as well. You will find that although the rules are generally quite similar from one country to another, that there may be slight variations in team structure, the rowing style, the ship strcutures which can be used, uniforms, and any other small tweaks which may be found in one country and in Ireland.Get more information here. http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union/international/ireland-must-overcome-italy-to-avoid-shock-exit-2363831.html So, for those who compete only in Ireland, knowing the rules of that nation is going to ensure that they are able to perform at the top levels there. But, for those that compete in international competition as well, you are going to have to learn the rules of wherever a competition will be held, in order not to be penalized for an infraction, as well as to be able to win the competition, and not be stripped of a title, due to the fact that rules were broken.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/20/the-rules-of-a-rowing-competition-in-ireland/feed/ 0 Setting Up A Rowing League For Competition In Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/17/setting-up-a-rowing-league-for-competition-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/17/setting-up-a-rowing-league-for-competition-in-ireland/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=15 As rowing has become such a popular sport in Ireland, due to the tradition and history, and the great rowers who have come from Ireland, many amateurs are looking to set up their own teams, in order to be able to compete professionally, and try to qualify for national events, including making the Olympic teams. So, to set up a team, and to ensure that you will be able to compete, there are several steps individuals must take before forming a team to compete professionally. The sport requires stamina, endurance, and extreme physical strength, which many other sports do not call for. For this reason, all members must be willing to put in the time and effort, to get the training required.

Once a group is formed, they must also learn to row together. It is one thing for each member to be great on their own, but to compete professionally, they are going to have to learn to work as a team unit. So, when preparing, it will take at a minimum of 6 to 8 months to start working well together, and at least 1 year’s time, to be able to win and compete at a national level.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/17/setting-up-a-rowing-league-for-competition-in-ireland/feed/ 0 Finding The Right Rowing Coaches In Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/15/finding-the-right-rowing-coaches-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/15/finding-the-right-rowing-coaches-in-ireland/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=14 Since rowing is such a popular sport in Ireland, if you ever plan on competing professionally, you will have to start the training at an early age, and you will have to get that training from only the best coaches in the sport. So, when choosing your coach, you have to make sure they really are qualified for the job, and that they are the best coach to help you get the right training, and strength building, to compete in rowing. There are thousands of coaches, for this reason you have to take the time to look over their past experience, which rowers they have trained, whether they have ever coached a professional team, and all other aspects which speak to the quality of their coaching style.

You have to make sure the coach you choose has the right credentials, and can really help you get the best technique, build up your strength, and ultimately make you strong enough, and good enough, to really compete in the world of rowing in Ireland. With so many great rowers, and rowing teams, you really have to become a spectacular rower and athlete, to have a chance to ever be able to compete professionally.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/11/15/finding-the-right-rowing-coaches-in-ireland/feed/ 0 Learn to Row While in Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/10/19/learn-to-row-while-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/10/19/learn-to-row-while-in-ireland/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=12 There are a lot of ways to get the most out of your rowing experience in Ireland even if the closest you’ve ever come to a rowing event is watching that scene in The Social Network on your direct tv ! Here are a few suggestions for the novice rower aiming to learn while on a trip to Ireland
Rowing Summer Camps: Not just for kids anymore, many rowing programs have started offering special sessions for adults. Sign up in advance and spend up to a week learning the basics of competitive rowing on some of the best straits in the world.
Go Through a Travel Agent: Many travel agents have connections in Ireland to get you in on some private lessons with the country’s best rowing coaches.
Work With Some Schools: There’s no better way to throw yourself into the sport than by approaching some local universities and ask if you can shadow. You may end up hauling boats and counting life vests but you’ll be immersed and learn more than you could in a week of private lessons.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/10/19/learn-to-row-while-in-ireland/feed/ 0 The Top Rowing Schools In Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/22/the-top-rowing-schools-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/22/the-top-rowing-schools-in-ireland/#comments Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=11 Ireland is the third largest island in Europe and ranks 23rd all over the world. As the name island
suggests, the country is surrounded by large bodies of water where rowing became a popular sport.
In fact, there are a lot of rowing competitions all throughout the entire year for the Irish to compete
against other neighbouring countries. Among the many teams involve in the rowing competitions, a
selecting body is responsible for deciding its possible members. This selecting body is the Rowland
Ireland High Performance Team which was founded in 1899. They are responsible in the selection
process of members of the junior and senior teams that will join in the FISA championships and the
Olympics.Didn’t catch that? This explains it.

Rowing competitions in Ireland does not only involve events administered by the FISA and rowing
competitions in the Olympics. As a matter of fact, a yearly rowing competition is held under men and
women categories. There are two divisions under each category which comprises of the juniors (under
18) and the seniors. This annual competition is called Home International Regatta where 5 different
countries participate including Ireland. The other four countries are The British Isles- England, Scotland
and Wales. Last year, the Senior Men Division was won by England, the Senior Women and the Junior
Women Division won by Ireland and the Junior Men Division won by Wales.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/22/the-top-rowing-schools-in-ireland/feed/ 0 The Best Rowing Spots In Ireland For Beginners http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/18/the-best-rowing-spots-in-ireland-for-beginners/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/18/the-best-rowing-spots-in-ireland-for-beginners/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=10 Ireland is known for one of the top rowing countries in the world. If you looking for a great place to begin your rowing career, then head to Ireland. Some great locations to start are the National Rowing Center in Cork City Center. The center is located off the River Lee North and South which provides a good area for beginners to begin learning their rowing skills. In addition, there are developmental camps at the Rowing Center that will teach you the basics of rowing. Another location for beginning rowing is the Erne Rowing Tour, which will row through Enniskillen to the Lower Lake and back to Enniskillen. This is a 15 mile route and provides beautiful scenery along the route. The other location for beginner is at Lough Derg, where you can row from there and pass through the gorgeous area of Ardnacrusha Lock to Limerick, where you will stay overnight. The next day, the rowing will begin at the tidal section of the Shannon between Limerick and Bunratty, and then continue down through the lower part of Shannon. Both of these rowing areas do require a reservation and deposit to secure you spot, but they are perfect spot for beginning rowing.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/18/the-best-rowing-spots-in-ireland-for-beginners/feed/ 0 The Best Rowing Destinations In Ireland For Pros http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/14/the-best-rowing-destinations-in-ireland-for-pros/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/14/the-best-rowing-destinations-in-ireland-for-pros/#comments Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=9 Ireland has a unique combination of stunning waterways and competitive local organizations that can make for richly rewarding rowing experience.
One of the best places to row in a truly Irish setting is the town of Killarney, which offers three large lakes in close proximity. These bodies of water, known as Lough Leane, Muckross Lake, and Upper Lake, offer a variety of challenges depending on the weather and location. They are in turn surrounded by the natural beauty of Killarney National Park, and the forested mountains which make the park such an undeniable attraction.
Another, more formal place to row is the Irish National Rowing Center in Farran Wood, Co. Cork. The center hosts the Irish Rowing Championships in July, which makes it one of the premier training locales in the country. Additionally, amenities such as a coaching catamaran and boats are available for hire, though there is a 6 euro training charge per athlete.
Once all of this training is completed successfully, of course, there are various competitions hosted throughout the country to look forward to. With over eighty registered clubs in Ireland alone, the meets can get quite energetic, but there is usually good sportsmanship throughout. While many of the regattas are hosted in the National Rowing Center, others can take place in such faraway destinations as the River Lagan in Belfast and the River Bann in Coleraine. Whatever the location, it is certainly worth attending at least one of these events.

]]> http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/14/the-best-rowing-destinations-in-ireland-for-pros/feed/ 0 How To Form A Rowing Team In Ireland http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/11/how-to-form-a-rowing-team-in-ireland/ http://www.irishrowing.com/2011/07/11/how-to-form-a-rowing-team-in-ireland/#comments Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.irishrowing.com/?p=7 Rowing is a magical sport on the water of large amounts of men and women who are muscularly built heaving their upper bodies back and forth to move a row boat in a desired direction. Arranging a rowing team together is an important task that could propel a rowing team into championships and have them winning competitions in no time. In order to form a proper team in Ireland certain steps should be taken to make sure that the team is adequately equipped for whatever may come the way of the team. Following these easy steps will make forming a team in Ireland an easy task.Want more? Click here/tag

The first thing that will need to be done is to find a good selection of people who can swim. These people should know an adequate amount about rowing itself so as to be able to propel the rowboat properly and int he correct direction. After the correct people are chosen it is just a matter of practicing with the row team. Practicing is of course the most important part but having a proper team will make for the best experience as it takes a large degree of knowledge to know how to row properly. After all this the team has been assembled to row in Ireland!

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