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Amateur Rowing Association

The Amateur Rowing Association ARA is the national governing body for the sport of Rowing in England and is responsible for the Great Britain Team.

Most rowing in the UK is done in fine boats and on indoor rowing machines but it is not the only sort of rowing that takes place. Rowing in and around the UK takes on many different forms from traditional boats made of wood which are raced on both rivers and around the coast, and specifically designed sea and ocean going boats in which rowers compete around the coasts of the UK and from continent to continent.
And it's not all about racing, recreational rowing is very popular in Europe and is becoming a more common past-time in this country.

Getting started
Rowing is a sport for all ages and whether you want to go it alone, on land or water, or as part of a team, there is an aspect of the sport that appeals to most people.  As a low impact form of exercise (there is very little stress and strain on your joints) it uses more muscles than any other sport and is a proven way to improve your health and fitness.  Visit the ARA website for details of a club near you.