“We must never forget why we first became involved in rowing and what it was that attracted us. We must never forget how to bring this to the world” Thor Nilsen, quoted in Thor Nielsen: Rowing’s Global Coach, by Chris Dodd.
We pressed ‘pause’ on our safe return to rowing plans last week. Limited senior rowing resumed after a precautionary 72-hour shut-down and deep clean, but Junior rowing remains suspended until completion of the incident investigation. I appreciate this is disappointing and frustrating, but hope you will all understand that our priority is keeping all members as safe as we can.
Once we have concluded this process, we will gather lessons to be learnt, and combine this with British Rowing’s updated guidelines, to frame our Wave 3 plan that should enable an even wider group of members to return to the water.
The Senior membership year began on 1st June, and I would like to thank Carolyn and Jim for a huge amount of work to process the memberships, with the payment flexibility for members creating added complexity for them.
I would like to remind us all of our Club vision statement, and to think what it means for each of us: “Maidenhead Rowing Club aims to provide a friendly, safe and supportive environment for Members of all ages and ambitions to pursue the sport and fellowship of rowing to the best of their ability”.
Stay safe and care for your fellow rowers.
Nick