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 Sponsored
Run - Fen & Neil are
running the Goring 10K in aid of
Breast Cancer Care.
You can sponsored them on line...... do it NOW, it's
painless!http://www.justgiving.com/Fenella-Derbyshire
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 Another
Sponsored Run - Tim is also running for
charity....the London Marathon!
Tim is raising money for
Enham, a Registered Charity based near Andover Hampshire
that exists to give disabled people the opportunity to make
choices in life and achieve their maximum potential.
Give you donation via
http://www.justgiving.com/Tim-and-David
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Snow & Red Boards - not the
best start to the New Year. Conditions were perfect when the
snow came down.....but no one could get to the boathouse,
and since the snow has melted the river has been on constant
red boards!
Good news is that the Pilates class is still going
strong....I'm sure you'll notice some very supple bodies
with superb core stability in the coming season.After a
short break Erging Thursdays (6:30-7:30pm at the boathouse)
will be making a return.... nothing too strenuous just good
technique and gentle exercise.
Row2Win starts soon - still places left if you fancy some
intensive coaching. |
Stuart ventured out to capture this photo |
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An exciting 2010 ahead -
Pilates, Erging Thursdays and the Row2Win course - make sure
you sign up soon! |
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Santa Row - what a great event
- It's not every year we get bright sun shine, a flat calm
river ....and snow for our annual fun row.
The keen rowers were on the water bright and
early.....around 8am.... and had a fantastic outing in the
four. But by 10am the crowds started to gather at the
boathouse....minced pies, mulled wine and the alluring smell
of frying bacon brought them flocking in!
Stu proved he's not just a qualified coach but also a dab
hand on the gas burner....the butties came thick and fast.
Sally did a great job organising the coffee & tea....and the
secret Santa.
The highlight was of course the rowing. Superbly balanced
high speed rowing was the order of the day....and we weren't
disappointed. Add to this some energetic renditions of 'We
Wish You a Merry Christmas' and 'The 12 Day of Christmas'
and the obligatory Santa hats and you can start to imagine
the fun! |
The eight in full flow... and voice
The Santa Rowers wishing everyone a great Christmas |
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 Congratulations
Stuart - Our new captain of rowing has just
completed his UKCC level 2 coaching award....and passed with
flying colours!
An arduous couple of intensive weekends plus a practical
coaching session on our home water - this is an award
that is definitely something to be proud of!
We were all confident though .... Stu has proved to be an
excellent coach at the recent L2R course. |
Santa Row - come and join the
festivities at the boathouse - Sunday 20th, 10am -1pm. Why
not bring the family too.... so they can see first hand what
you get up to every weekend!
Minced pies, mulled wine, bacon butties.....some carol sing
and a quick row - what better way to spend a morning?
Don't forget your Secret Santa present.
Committee finalised - Roger has
agreed to undertake the role of Captain of Boats....which
means there was one position free. The lucky person is
Lorraine Slade will join the committee in January.
Lots of exciting plans for the New Year - keep an eye on the
website for fully details. |
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Pilates - after four weeks of
strenuous stretching the GGBC members are certainly starting
to feel a difference! They don't call this 'hardcore' for
nothing..... firmly toned bodies, improved flexibility and
fantastic core stability! So good in fact that everyone on
the course is keen to get back to the weekly regime straight
after Christmas - what better recommendation! If there is
enough interest we might organise a second session, Weds 7-8
or 8-9pm....so if you're interested please
drop us a line ASAP.
Erging Thursdays - still going
strong after 6 weeks....every Thursday 6:30-7:30 at
the boathouse. It's much more fun than erging alone and far
cheaper than a gym! Interested...
drop us a line.
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Row2Win - we ran this course
for the first time earlier this year..... it was a great
success! It's a step up from Learn2Row with more
coaching, more rowing, and faster speeds! We combine
work on technique and fitness to make this a great team
activity. As with the previous course we hope to have some
top coaches from local clubs to provide some extra tuition
and guidance. Our aim is to have a men's and women's eight
on the water each week.... places are limited so get your
name down now. For full details see the
Row2Win page.
2009 Row2Winners |
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 Santa
Row Date announced - a definite date for the
diary.... this annual 'row in the snow' is planned for:
Santa
Row
Sunday 20th Dec
10am - 1pm
Mulled wine and minced pies are the order of
the day....
All crews MUST wear appropriate attire -
minimum a Christmas hat! Oh, and don't forget to brush up on
those Christmas carols..... we want to spread the seasons
greeting to all the fishermen and bank side walkers! |
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New Committee Elected - the AGM
had an excellent attendance... with lots of lively
discussion - and nothing too controversial!
The club has a record membership, healthy bank balance,
and lots of exciting plans for the future. The meeting
focused firmly on the future and how the club could continue
to develop and grow.
Should be great year ahead - lots of courses planned,
trips abroad, interclub competitions etc. That said we are
very aware that our core appeal is the inclusive nature of
the club and it's easy going nature.... we're determined to
maintain this ethos.
Keep logging on to the website for all the latest
news.... and of course if you have any ideas please drop one
of the committee a line. |
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Chairman |
Richard Bowsher |
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Hon Secretary |
Romilly Swann |
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Hon Treasurer |
Heidi Clark |
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Membership Sec |
Tim Greaves |
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Regatta Chairman |
Brian Barnes |
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Social Secretary |
Sally Albin |
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Captain of Rowing |
Stuart Cowen |
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Captain of Boats |
Vacant |
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Committee Member |
Hedley West |
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Committee Member |
Roger Moore |
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Committee Member |
Sally Tipper |
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Committee Member |
Ros Crowder |
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Committee Member |
Geoff Arnold |
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AGM Documents online - if you
want to be fully up to date for the AGM then best read the
following documents....and prepare your questions in
advance.
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GGBC
Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 24th
Nov, 7:30pm
Goring Social Club |
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Learn2Rowers graduate
- The final session saw our intrepid beginners
racing up and down the reach at break neck speed... But
first we treated them to the traditional 'Erg Challenge' - a
hotly contested relay race. Some very commendable splits
times... these guys are fit as well as technically
adapt!
Some impressive rowing - watch out of them at the next G&S
regatta. Next L2R course Spring 2010.
The L2Rers at firm pressure.... |
Happy L2Rers show off their L2R mugs (joined by the GGBC
volunteers - coach Stu, cox Tim and rower Geoff) |
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