WEST REGION ROWING COUNCIL
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Building Our Future
Growing And Succeeding
‘new participants through new partnerships’
‘rowing for life through well-resourced clubs’
‘inspiration through success on the world stage’
CONTENTS
1.
INTRODUCTION
2.
THE REGIONAL VISION
3.
VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
4.
CONTEXT IN SPORT AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP
5.
OUR PRIORITIES – BUILDING ON SUCCESS
6.
AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES
7.
Actions
By whom, who else needs to be involved and by when
Appendices
A Fixed Seat Coastal Rowing Group Plan
B Indoor Rowing
C Adaptive Rowing
D Recreational Rowing
E
List of clubs in West Region
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1.
INTRODUCTION
1.1
The West Region Rowing Council is the youngest in the Amateur
Rowing Association having been in existence for just 3 years with the
inaugural meeting taking place in Bideford in February 2002.
1.2
Although this is a young ‘ARA’ Region rowing has been taking place for
hundreds of years and some of the Associations were in existence
before the current National Governing Body. With this history it is not
surprising that some rowers from the area have achieved national and
international success. A few modern day stars in our sport from the
region include Olympians Ed Coode and Guin Batten and World Indoor
Champion Melanie Moore.
1.3
In the world of Coastal Rowing successes include World
Championships in both Pilot Gigs and Seine boats with 98 boats
entered at the 2005 Pilot Gig Championships. All the group have a
busy racing calendar with events on both Saturdays and Sundays from
April through to October. Included for the first time in 2004 was a
Schools Regatta attended by some 5 schools and this event has been
included already in the calendar for 2005. All of the group have
competed Internationally in events in Holland, France and America
along with competing in The London River Race and look for
opportunities to promote rowing at all times.
1.4
The large geographical area combined with the various types of rowing
that takes place in the South West make this Region rather unique.
The region supports nearly 6000 rowers who are represented by six
different Associations, these are;
Cornish Pilot Gig Association (CPGA)
West of England Amateur Rowing Association (WEARA)
Seine Boat Group (SBG)
Isles of Scilly Gig Association (ISGA)
Cornish Rowing Association (CRA)
British Universities Sports Association (BUSA)
For a list of clubs in each Association see Appendix E
1.5
The Region’s primary challenge in the early years of this Plan is to put
into place an organisational structure that will ensure all the Region’s
Associations and their members receive fair representation both at
regional level and with the National Governing Body.
1.6
The variety of rowing disciplines and the diversity in culture of the
people connected with rowing in the South West means this first task
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will indeed be a challenge but one that those connected with rowing
both locally and at national level are keen to embrace.
1.7
An early success for the Region has been the forming of a working
party to produce this Development Plan. The effect of this has been to
remove the division that has been felt across the groups and has
identified a genuine desire to improve communications and see the
Region thrive. Recommendations for development of the organisational
structure of the Regional Council will be found in Section 6
1.8
This plan provides a snapshot of what is currently happening in the
various associations and whilst it provides development targets and
key performance indicators it is a living document that will expand and
mature as the developing Regional Council pulls together the wealth of
knowledge, experience and expertise that exists in the region
1.9
A working party representing the Fixed Seat Coastal Rowing Group
(FSRG) has produced a plan specific to their needs which forms
Appendix A and will be referred to throughout this Development Plan
2.
THE VISION
◊ new participants through new partnerships ◊
◊ rowing for life through well-resourced clubs ◊
◊ inspiration through success on the world stage ◊
2.1
The Regional Council will provide the framework for the six
Associations to gain access to National initiatives, promotions and
support such as Coach Education, Inter-Regional Championships,
athlete development programmes and access to funding
2.2
The Region will be encouraging clubs and Associations to increase
participation in our sport and will be advising on how to develop new
Partnerships with other sporting and non sporting organisations
2.3
With the diversity of rowing in the region it is not possible for groups
to take part in direct competition but the new relationship between the
various groups will be built on to forge closer links; arranging regional
‘fun’ regattas which will involve all types of craft will be explored. This
will be particularly important for the younger generation and has been
covered in the Junior Development section
2.4
Whilst some rowers are members of well established clubs with good
facilities and equipment there are many groups who store their boats
on river banks or beaches with no proper facilities. It will be a primary
objective of the Region to assist and encourage all clubs to obtain
adequate premises and equipment in order to ensure rowing in all
corners of the Region thrives
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2.5
It is evident across the country that increased participation in our
sport occurred after the Sydney 2000 Olympics. With the continuing
improvement of our National team at international level our sport can
expect to receive more enthusiastic participants. The Region will rise
to the challenge of assisting all the Associations and their member
clubs with the enviable problem of accommodating increased
membership
The FSCRG have an 11 point vision which is detailed in Appendix A
3.
VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
3.1
With closer relationships, better communications and a well structured
management organisation we shall encourage and develop good
practice to provide a transparent and accountable organisation at
regional and local level.
3.2
The diverse mix of rowing craft used in the Region will require close
co-operation between the many Associations to ensure we provide
equal opportunities to participate in rowing regardless of culture, type
of rowing boat, location, commitment, affiliation, age, gender,
disability, faith and ethnic origin.
3.3
Create the medium for improved communications between the 6
different associations of rowing within the Region. See section 6 for
Organisational Effectiveness
3.4
Create the opportunity for cross association participation within the
Region
3.5
Creating the opportunity for those with the desire and talent to join
the ARA Performance pathway and achieve success at an appropriate
level. Build on the experiences in the region of those connected with
the World Class Start programme
3.6
Increase the number of Young People starting rowing and provide a
broad based range of activities to encourage long-term participation in
the sport at levels of performance development.
3.7
Valuing the work of volunteers and provide recognition, support and
training
3.8
Playing an active part in developing rowing as part of the broader
sporting and social agenda, and to benefit local communities. With the
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move to promote local Indoor Rowing Competition ensure all
Associations are given appropriate guidance and support to enable the
management of these events to be provided locally
3.9
Providing a welcoming environment and support for participants to
enjoy the sport at whatever level they choose to participate including
purely recreational rowing
4.0
Encouraging and developing safe practices in Rowing and the culture
of safety in general
4.
CONTEXT IN SPORT, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP
4.1
Partnerships should be at the forefront of all aspects of rowing.
Besides the obvious interaction between the rowing organisations
themselves the WRRC takes great pride in their involvement with
LEA`s, Schools, Sports Partnerships at County and Local Authority
level along with various Heritage groups.
4.2
Recent initiatives and future proposals are designed to engage many
other groups such as; DEFRA, Environment Agency, SW Lakes,
Harbour/Port Authorities, the Market and Coastal Town initiative, the
Beautiful Bays initiative, Sports coach UK, Business partnerships,
Housing Associations and their specific community groups and Primary
Care Trusts including disability and drug groups.
4.3
The WRRC looks forward to maintaining their existing partnership
working and development of the others. It should also be noted that
flexibility, openness and a desire on both parts will pay a big part in
achieving this.
5.
OUR PRIORITIES
Building on Success, Focusing on what has Worked,
Further Innovation
5.1
With 6000 active rowers in the Region it is apparent that one of the
greatest successes has been getting people onto the water. In the
case of the Seine Boat Group membership has escalated in recent
years. This has occurred not through heavy financial investment, but
through hard working, enthusiastic members who have not been
hampered by unnecessary bureaucracy.
5.2
With an ever increasing
many clubs are at, or
encourage the sharing
successful in obtaining
number of rowers comes the problem that
reaching, saturation point. The Region will
of knowledge from clubs that have been
large grants and sponsorship for facilities
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expansion and improvement so that we can all continue to welcome
new members
5.3
The WEARA coach training organisation is well established now and
has a number of Tutors and Assessors who are able to deliver Dry
Start and Instructor Award courses. The other Associations have
different requirements to the ARA standard courses; qualified coaches
from the Region’s Coaching Commission will work with FSCR groups to
develop Coach Award programme for submission to the ARA for
approval
5.4
A number of the larger WEARA clubs have athletes seeking selection
for the National Squad and the region also has a number of World
Class Start Athletes. To extend this to all clubs Regional Performance
Pathways including Junior and Senior Inter-regional trials will be
developed
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6.1
AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES
Organisational Effectiveness
AIMS
Objectives and Outcomes
Provide an inclusive Regional Council
that represents rowers from all 6
groups
Review the structure of the WRRC to
enable each group / Association to be
represented. Offer positions to senior
members of FSCR Group - (The
officers of the West Region Rowing
Council are currently all members of
the West of England Amateur Rowing
Association.)
Review the Terms of Reference of the
WRRC
Create larger pool of volunteers to
assist with managing of Region
Improve Communications
Make all rowers in the region aware
of the existence of the WRRC
Encourage increased membership of
ARA from Associations, Clubs and
members
Secure & retain the services of a
Professional Development officer
(such as ARA CDO)
Ensure rowers receive equal
representation at Regional level
regardless of type of Affiliation
Plan regular meetings to be held
separately from other Association
meetings
Demonstrate benefits of being
associated with the ARA to all Groups
and rowers
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To ensure the decision making
processes are appropriate to delivery
of regional and local objectives
To involve key stake-holders in the
development, implementation and
monitoring of the Region’s Plan and
strategy
Ensure that Region has a marketing
plan which dovetails into the ARA’s
national plans
Prepare a regional Newsletter to
include information on:
The WRRC , Brief history of each
Group, Local News & Views, Regional
News , National News & initiatives
Develop a WRRC Web Site
Form a WRRC working party to
address other issues in this Plan
shown in underlined italics
Design and implement an effective
regional strategy for communication
to members(individuals, clubs and
events) and also RSB, Local
Authorities, CSPs, schools and other
relevant organisations.
To ensure that equal opportunities
are provided at all levels of
participation within the region.
Support the work of the Regional
Sports Board
6.2 Coaching and Technical Education
Our regional programme will aim to support a ratio of 1 qualified coach to 20
rowers. The region will therefore be looking to support 300 active coaches
(total across all regions = 3500)
Aims
Objectives And Outcomes
To increase the quality and number
of qualified and currently active
coaches
Train and develop coaches to meet
the needs of their rowers
Support regional ARA Coaching
Scheme courses
Continue the programme of Dry Start
and Instructor’s Award Courses
carried out in WEARA for sliding seat
rowing. Develop more Tutors and
Assessors
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Support ARA accreditation for
training programmes and
qualifications appropriate for the
region
Facilitate appropriate safety courses
relevant to coastal and inshore
rowing
Increase the number of coaches
returning to the sport
Develop a coaching course
appropriate for the FSCR membership
and submit to the ARA for ratification
Develop a Basic Seamanship course
for coxswains
Facilitate a recognized qualification
for safety boat handlers (eg RYA2 or
3)
Encourage existing ‘resting’ coaches
in the region to return to the sport by
inviting them to Regional Coaching
Conferences appropriate to each form
of rowing
6.3 Clubs and Members
Accredited rowing programmes,
Accredited junior clubs,
Accredited adult learn to row programmes
Accredited university clubs
Accredited recreational clubs
(Current total clubs nationally is 530, of which 50 are accredited)
Aims
To support the ARA quality assurance
framework for accrediting clubs, and
to work with local and regional
strategic partners to achieve joint
targets
Objectives and Outcomes
Support clubs and volunteers in
streamlining
administration
and
reducing bureaucracy.
To use the ARA Club Survey to help
prioritise the facility needs of clubs
and embark on a programme of
modernisation
and
improvement,
including
facilities
for
adaptive
rowers,
and
club
boats
and
equipment
To provide training and support for
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club volunteers
To support the role of the regional
and club water safety adviser
Support the implementation of the
ARA membership review
6.4
Competition
Aims
Ensure that a wide range of clubs,
schools and universities utilise the
impact of the World Pilot Gig and
World Seine Boat championships held
yearly and the 2006 World Rowing
Championships to be held in Britain
to increase participation
Objectives and Outcomes
Promote rowing through local media
during in the build up to the World
Championships
To train umpires and race officials
Encourage local umpires to train for
umpiring on the ARA circuit and/or
other Groups in the Association
To improve the number of crews
taking part in the WEARA
Championships
Review the ARA /WEARA points
system to encourage more WEARA
clubs to row in their own region,
Organise local training for Umpires
6.5 Increased Participation through Further Innovation
Aims
To develop Indoor Rowing as a sport
through schools, WRRC clubs and
regional competitions
Objectives and Outcomes
See Appendix B for full details
To develop adaptive rowing
See Appendix C for full details
To develop Recreational rowing
See Appendix D for full details
Also see Appendix A - FSCR Group Plan
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6.6 Young People
Increase the number of Young People starting rowing and provide a
broad based range of activities to encourage long-term participation
in the sport at levels of performance development.
Aims
Ensure that young people can
participate in rowing at all levels in a
safe, child friendly environment
Objectives and Outcomes
Increase number of CRB’d coaches
and volunteers working with juniors
in the region
Develop the technical, physical and
leadership skills of young rowers, and
ensure an effective performance
pathway for talented athletes
Encourage and support junior
programmes within smaller or less
active clubs
Organise junior inter-regional trials
and any subsequent training camps
Competition pathways for Indoor
Rowing
Encourage participation at regional
events and support top athletes
Club Mark Accreditation
Clubs will be encouraged to
complete an assessment and provide
evidence to the ARA to gain Club
Mark Accreditation
Human and Capital Resources in
clubs
School Sport Partnerships (SSPs) and
County Sports Partnerships (CSPs)
Supporting coaches
Working with partners
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6.7
Volunteers
To increase, retain and support volunteers in the sport. This will be a
critical success factor in delivering our Regional Plan. The region will
aim to increase the numbers of active volunteers, and track their
long term participation in rowing.
Aims
To value, encourage, support and
develop volunteers at all levels and
increase the number of active
volunteers supporting the sport.
Objectives and Outcomes
Recognise value of volunteers by
arranging regional awards- to be
expanded on following Div Rep
discussions with ARA Volunteer
Support Officer on 22/1/05
6.8 Athlete Development
Aims
Ensure all clubs are aware of the ARA
Sequential Training Model (STM)
Objectives and Outcomes
Include details in Regional Newsletter
[further work required here]
7. Regional Action Plan
Action
By Whom
List of
Partners
By When
Review the structure of the
WRRC
WRRC
Autumn 2005
Prepare a regional
Newsletter
WRRC
Develop a WRRC Web Site
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
BUSA
ARA
WEARA
FSCRG
BUSA
WEARA
FSCRG
BUSA
ARA
‘Regional
Coaching
Commission
Chairman’
FSCRG
ARA
September
2005
Organisational
Effectiveness
Autumn 2005
Autumn 2005
Coaching & Technical
Educational
Develop a coaching course
appropriate for the FSCR
membership and submit to
the ARA for ratification
Regional
Coaching
Commission
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Increase number of ARA
Tutors in Region to 6
Coaching
Commission
WRRC
ARA
Summer 2007
Increase number of ARA
assessors in Region from 2
to 4
Coaching
Commission
WRRC
ARA
Summer 2007
Increase number of active
IA’s in region from 20 to 50
Coaching
Commission
WRRC
ARA
2009
Increase number of Bronze
coaches in region from 6 to
12
Coaching
Commission
WRRC
ARA
2009
Increase number of Silver
coaches in region from 4 to
9
Coaching
Commission
WRRC
ARA
2009
Facilitate appropriate safety
courses relevant to coastal
and inshore rowing
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
2009
Encourage Club Mark
Accreditation – target 12
clubs
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
End 2009
8 new clubs formed with
overall participation
increased by 9%
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
End 2009
3% increase in volunteer
help sector
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
End 2009
Promote rowing through
local media in the build up
to the World various
Championships to increase
club membership
WEARA
FSCRG
Individual
clubs
ongoing
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
ongoing
Clubs and Members
Indoor Rowing
Create a network of clubs,
schools, fitness centres,
health agencies, etc,
working in partnership
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towards the development of
indoor rowing.
Increase the number of
coaches capable of teaching
safe and effective use of
the indoor rowing machine,
via the ARA’s Dry
Instructors Award (DI).
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
ARA
ongoing
Increase the network of
Tutors capable of delivering
the DI on a local basis, via
the ARA’s Course Leader
Training.
WRRC
All clubs
ongoing
WEARA
WRRC
ARA
ongoing
Identify 3 Clubs to work
with impaired groups e.g.
Clubmark/P.O.
ARA Regional
CDO
WRRC Rep
ARA
CSP
SSP’s
March 05March 06
Support 5 Clubs with
Access Audit/Needs
ARA CDO
Disabilities
ARA Regional
CDO
Clubs
Local
Authority
SDO/Planning
Funding
Streams TBI
Sportscoach
UK/CSP/WRRC
September 06
Identify Club Coach/Rep to
support specific group/s
Club
WRRC Rep
Club
WRRC
SSP
Schools
Community
Coach
(Mentored
Coach?)
March 05
onwards
Establish Integrative Events
Clubs
WRRC Rep
Clubs
Regatta
Competition
Improve the number of
crews taking part in the
WEARA Championships
Adaptive Rowing
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Identify Hub Club for
pooling of adaptive
equipment seek funds
Club
WRRC Rep
Pilot adaptive indoor rowing
project for a particular
disability group
WRRC Rep
Secretaries
Club
WRRC
SSP
Schools
Community
Coach
October 05
Recreational Rowing
Establish which clubs
adequately cater for
recreational rowers and
promote the advantages
which recreational rowing
can bring to rowing clubs
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
2006
Increase the number of
clubs providing recreational
(non-racing) rowing by fifty
percent
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
2009
Develop a programme of
recreational rowing events
within the region and
support national and
international events
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
ARA
ongoing
Develop “learn to row”
programmes to increase
substantially the number of
recreational rowers in
participating clubs.
WRRC
WEARA
FSCRG
ongoing
8. Key Performance Indicators
The following Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) have been identified to
allow progress monitoring of the more important actions of the Development
Plan.
Reference
WRRC 1 –
Organisational
Effectiveness
Action
Review Constitution &
Structure
Date
Autumn 2005
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WRRC 2 –
Organisational
Effectiveness
Prepare a regional
Newsletter
Autumn 2005
WRRC 3 –
Organisational
Effectiveness
Produce a WRRC Web
Site
Autumn 2005
WRRC 4 Coaching & Technical
Educational
Develop a coaching
course appropriate for
the FSCR membership
and submit to the ARA
for ratification
September 2005
WRRC 5 –
Coaching & Technical
Educational
Increase number of
ARA Tutors in Region to
4
Summer 2005
WRRC 6 –
Clubs & members
Encourage Club Mark
Accreditation – target 8
clubs
Summer 2006
WRRC 7 –
Competition
Improve the number of
crews taking part in the
WEARA Championships
by 5%
Summer 2006
WRRC 8 –
Adaptive
Establish an Integrative
Event
2006
WRRC 9 –
Adaptive
Identify Hub Club for
pooling of adaptive
equipment seek funds
Autumn 2005
WRRC 10 –
Recreational
Establish “learn-to-row”
programmes in at least
10 WRRC clubs
2007
WRRC 11 –
Recreational
Establish accredited
recreational rowing
programmes in at least
5 WRRC clubs
2007
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Appendix A
FIXED SEAT COASTAL ROWING
DRAFT REGIONAL PLAN
‘Building Our Future’
Growing and Succeeding
‘new participants through new partnerships’
‘rowing for life through well-resourced clubs
‘inspiration through success on the world stage’
CONTENTS
1.
Introduction
Words from the regional chairman
2.
The Regional Vision
How the regional vision/plan dovetails with the national vision
3.
Values And Principles
4.
Context In Sport And Working In Partnership
5.
Our Priorities – Building On Success
6.
Aims, Objectives And Outcomes
7.
Actions
By whom, who else needs to be involved and by when
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1.
INTRODUCTION
1.1
The South-West region is unique within the ARA`s structure.
Throughout the region traditional coastal rowing clubs greatly
outnumber the fine boat rowing clubs normally associated with rowing
nationally i.e. the ARA.
1.2
For the purpose of this document the relevant groups have agreed to
be referred to as the “Fixed Seat Coastal Rowing” group (FSCR).
Within this title there are 4 main Associations and groups. These are
the Cornish Pilot Gig Association (CPGA), Seine Boat Group (SBG),
Isles of Scilly Gig Association (ISGA) and the Cornish Rowing
Association (CRA).
1.3
The boats used by these groups are built to specific designs. The
Cornish Pilot Gig is built, in timber, from drawings of the Gig “Treffry”
and measurements are made throughout construction. The Seine
boats are fibreglass and the mould used was taken from the original
boat “Saffron”. The CRA boats are again made of timber and are the
same design as the original boats used throughout Cornwall.
1.4
The Gig is a 6 oared coxswained vessel. The Seine boat is a 4 oared
coxswained vessel and the CRA boats can accommodate 1 to 4 rowers
in several combinations and is also coxswained.
1.5
Our extensive coastline and unique culture has engendered a strong
sporting tradition in locally significant sports with high levels of
community commitment. With partnership working these organisations
are providing active recreation and competitive sport through rowing
with high levels of participation. These ideals fit into both National and
Regional plans within sport and community led projects, should be
applauded and receive significant recognition, support and funding in
the future.
1.6
The following is a breakdown of the groups. It should be noted that all
of them are committed to achieving Clubmark status for their clubs
with the CPGA closest to achieving this. They also have Child Welfare,
Water Safety and Equity policies.
1.7
The CPGA has a current membership of 43 clubs with 5200 active
rowers and a further 2000 social members (survey results September
2004). These clubs range from Lands End to Swanage in Dorset.
1.8
The SBG are mainly centred in Teignmouth and number some 45
boats with an active rowing number of 750.
1.9
The ISGA are based on the Islands situated off the Lands End
Peninsular. They consist of 3 different island clubs with 15 Gigs in total
and an active membership of 200.
1.10
The CRA comprises 8 member clubs with a rowing number of 260.
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1.11
There is, I am pleased to say, a very proactive working relationship
between these groups with rowers partaking in one or more forms of
rowing.
2.
THE VISION
‘ new participants through new partnerships’
‘ rowing for life through well-resourced clubs’
‘ inspiration through success on the world stage’
2.1
The FSCR group’s common vision is to maintain and increase
participation in rowing within the region. At present most of the clubs
suffer from inadequate or no rowing bases. The need for an inclusive
facilities strategy supported by the national governing body is
paramount. It is proposed that a strategy be comprised and
implemented over the next five years. This should be supported with
capitol investment, negotiations with hub clubs, 'bolt on' facilities with
existing waterside organisations, i.e. sailing clubs, regeneration and
new build to facilitate safe, user friendly venues.
2.2
Two specific projects already being discussed with SD/Regeneration
Local Authority Officers are School/Adaptive rowing centres at Newlyn
and Hayle in West Cornwall. Both these sites are subject to major
regeneration and would make ideal sites. However they should not
take preference from the existing clubs.
2.3
The FSCR group are fiercely independent and protective of their
traditional, unique rowing within the South West. It has proved difficult
for the group to fit in within the existing Governing Bodies (GB) set up.
Work by both the GB and FSCR groups is underway to include them
within the existing structure. This must be pushed forward at a pace
that does not hinder or disadvantage the FSCR group’s delivery of
rowing to thousands of individuals.
2.4
The provision of at least one FSCR specific Development Officer is an
initiative that would enable the groups to not only continue but
increase participant numbers, liaising with partnership organisations
and link with the GB.
2.5
With its particular heritage the CPGA is in a unique position regarding
education. In 2004 considerable work has been undertaken with the
LEA regarding Cornish Pilot Gigs and their inclusion within the
curriculum at both primary and secondary school level.
2.6
At present transferable units to the QCA modules for primary schools
(details available from Clare White, Sense of Place, County Hall, Truro,
Cornwall) and an Enterprise curriculum programme relating to the
“Foundation to work” for which all Key stage 4 pupils have an
entitlement (details available from John Topham- Curriculum Deputy
Hayle School 01736 753009) have been developed with input from the
CPGA.
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2.7
With the first Schools Rowing Partnership coming to fruition via Mounts
Bay Sports College, Penzance, Cornwall (linking 5 clubs directly with 5
schools) Cornish Pilot Gig rowing is forging exciting links with the
youth of today/rowers of tomorrow.
2.8
It is the CPGA`s intention to develop these education specific
initiatives throughout the region including other forms of rowing where
appropriate.
2.9
The CRA are particularly keen to develop rowing within the under 14
year groups. The craft used by them are far more suited to younger
rowers due to their lighter construction. Technique can be
concentrated on rather than the strength aspects needed in Pilot Gigs.
This should minimise the chances of muscular or skeletal damage
occurring and maximise the feeling of achievement. A working party
involving all FSCR groups will be set up in 2005 to investigate how to
implement this initiative.
2.10
The SBG are particularly active with local GPs. In a unique initiative
they are developing a “Row for your health” project where local
surgeries will be able to “prescribe” exercise via rowing as an
alternative to drug based remedies. There is also an exciting
partnership with the local Round Table who are working with
disadvantaged youths and their social inclusion.
2.11
All of the above will improve rowing in both education and active
participation and should be supported.
3.
VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
3.1
Encouraging and developing good practice to provide a transparent
and accountable organisation at national, regional and local level.
3.2
Providing equal opportunities to participate in rowing regardless of
age, gender, disability, faith, social status and ethnic origin.
3.3
Creating the opportunity for those with the desire and talent to join
the ARA Performance pathway and achieve success at an appropriate
level from all types of rowing
3.4
Valuing the work of volunteers and providing recognition, support and
training
3.5
Playing an active part in developing rowing as part of the broader
sporting and social agenda, and to benefit local communities
encompassing the tradition and history of the region
3.6
Providing a welcoming environment and support for participants to
enjoy the sport at whatever level they choose to participate
3.7
Encouraging and developing safe practices in Rowing and the culture
of safety in general
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4.
CONTEXT IN SPORT, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP
4.1
Partnerships should be at the forefront of all aspects of rowing.
Besides the obvious interaction between the rowing organisations
themselves the FSCR groups take great pride in their involvement with
LEA`s, Schools, Sports Partnerships at County and Local Authority
level along with various Heritage groups.
4.2
Recent initiatives and future proposals are designed to engage many
other groups such as; DEFRA, Environment Agency, SW Lakes,
Harbour/Port Authorities, the Market and Coastal Town initiative, the
Beautiful Bays initiative, Sports coach UK, Business partnerships,
Housing Associations and their specific community groups and
PCTrusts including disability and drug groups.
4.3
The FSCR group look forward to maintaining their existing partnership
working and development of the others. It should also be noted that
flexibility, openness and a desire on both parts will pay a big part in
achieving this.
5.
Our Priorities - Building on Success, Focusing on what has
Worked, Further Innovation
5.1
Promotion and recognition of all aspects of the Cornish Pilot Gig, under
the auspices of the CPGA.
5.2
Promotion and recognition of Seine boats via the Seine boat group and
recognition for the craft used and the Cornish Rowing Association.
5.3
Facilitation of equal access to initiatives and funding, supporting all
member clubs to achieve their full potential.
5.4
Facilities and equipment – capitol investment in rowing bases, through
new, redevelopment and bolt on initiatives. Increase in equipment to
meet rowing demand.
5.5
Training and education (volunteers)
5.6
Training and education (LEA’s)
5.7
The provision of paid Development Officer to facilitate equitably all
aspects of plans.
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6.
AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES
6.1
Organisational Effectiveness
AIMS
Objectives and Outcomes
To keep FSCR policies and practices
under review to reflect legislation
changes and their compliance with
National Governing Bodies policies.
Specific safety aspects to coastal
rowing implemented. Raising
awareness of safety, child welfare and
equity in rowing alongside promotion
of friendship, recreational, community
based rowing.
Safe, friendly rowing environments
with awareness of rowing, its
traditions and its part in local history.
To ensure the decision making
processes are appropriate to delivery
of regional and local objectives
through recognition of unique coastal
rowing heritage, tradition and
community base within national body.
Design and implement an effective
regional strategy for communication to
members (individuals, clubs and
events) and also RSB, Local
Authorities, CSPs, schools and other
relevant organizations, including
FSCR.
Inclusion in decision making process
via suitable corporate affiliation to
ARA.
Equitable access and distribution of
funding with coastal rowing being
properly represented in ARA decision
making.
To raise awareness of FSCR at all
levels.
Better informed membership and
partner organisations.
To ensure that equal opportunities are
provided at all levels of participation
within the region.
Support the work of the Regional
Sports Board
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6.2
Coaching and Technical Education
Our regional programme will support 250 active coaches
Aims
Objectives And Outcomes
To increase the quality and number of
currently active coaches via
development and implementation of
relevant, nationally recognized,
courses.
Promotion of high standards within
rowing delivery relating to safety,
equity and participant welfare.
Increase in participation through good
experiences. National governing body
and partnership bodies having a
benchmark to recognize clubs by.
6.3
Clubs and Members
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
To support the FSCR groups in
maintaining existing standards with
help and advice in achieving Clubmark
accreditation. Work with regional and
local strategic partners to achieve
targets.
Maintain and raise standards across
FSCR clubs.
Increased membership within safe
environment.
Inclusion of more clubs who at present
Support FSCR clubs and volunteers in drop out due to complicated systems.
streamlining
administration
and Increase in membership with more
reducing bureaucracy.
clubs fulfilling their potential.
Use of FSCR club survey to prioritise
funding bids. Embark on suitable
facilities promotion for all clubs,
including schools and adaptive rowing
along with necessary equipment to
meet rowing needs.
To provide training and support for
club volunteers
Safe, user friendly rowing/social bases
for all.
Social inclusion and increased
participation including minority
groups. Better communities through
rowing.
Maintaining standards across FSCR
clubs and facilitate fewer dropouts of
members.
Safe friendly rowing environments.
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6.4
Competition
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Utilise the 2006 World Rowing
Championships to promote the unique
character of the region by active
participation from all.
Use of the championships to promote
the regions history, tradition in rowing
and the importance of such groups as
FSCR in the maintenance of the elite
squads.
Positive image of rowing and its links
to communities and the nation’s
history. Increased participation.
Promotion of FSCR clubs regattas,
including World Championships (both
Gig and Seine).
Increased awareness of competition
within communities and participant
levels.
Positive image for rowing and
recognition within national framework.
6.5
Increased Participation through Further Innovation
Aims
To develop recreational/social rowing
alongside competition.
To seek new opportunities to increase
participation from under-represented
groups via equity working policy.
To develop Indoor Rowing as a sport
through schools, FSCR clubs and
leisure facilities.
Objectives and Outcomes
Increased participation in rowing as
way of accessing sport at all levels.
Improve social inclusion and
interaction with positive image of
clubs and rowing.
Use of policy and clubs individual
initiatives to increase participation.
Use of rowing to engage in physical
activity and involvement in
community.
Rowing being seen as not just a
summer sport with an increase in
health levels across all areas.
Benchmarking local health levels with
national statistics. Increase in
membership by numbers using “dry”
rowing as introduction to “wet”
rowing.
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6.6
Young People
Increase the number of Young People starting rowing and provide a broad
based range of activities to encourage long-term participation in the sport at
levels of performance development.
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Ensure that young people can
participate in rowing at all levels in a
safe, child friendly environment
All abilities and social classes through
the school set up are able to
participate, encouraged both by club
and school.
Develop the technical, physical and
leadership skills of young rowers, and
ensure an effective performance
pathway for talented athletes
Competition pathways for Indoor
Rowing
Human and Capital Resources in clubs
School Sport Partnerships (SSPs) and
County Sports Partnerships (CSPs)
Working with partners
Key skills within the curriculum
encourage leadership and positive
outlook, therefore promoting peer
mentoring.
Competition in a ‘healthy’
environment,
Participation for all on an equitable
basis.
Enhancing the human resources of the
club, best asset promotion.
Within schools facilitate the Schools
Sports Coordinator (SSCo) role in
developing club school links.
Developing active links with Healthy
Active Lifestyle Project (HALP) in
regional / district areas.
6.7
Volunteers
To increase, retain and support volunteers in the sport. This will be a critical
success factor in delivering our Regional Plan. The region will aim to increase
the numbers of active volunteers, and track their long term participation in
rowing.
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
To value, encourage, support and
develop volunteers at all levels and
increase the number of active
volunteers within the sport.
All volunteers to maximise their
potential in the sport with gaining
sufficient qualifications, as recognised
by the FSCR groups and other
necessary parties.
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7.
Regional Action Plan
Action
By Whom
List of Partners
By When
Facilities Strategy
FSCR groups
LA Planning Depts
Heritage Groups.
Other water based
groups.
December 2005
School/Adaptive
rowing centres
CPGA
Penwith District
Council
Sports/Regeneration
Officers.
Project Developers
and Cornwall Sports
Partnership
Corporate
affiliation
FSCR group
ARA.
Sports Partnership
February 2005
Provision FSCR
specific DO
FSCR group
ARA.
CSP and funding
bodies.
February 2005
Develop
curriculum
modules within
education
CPGA
LEA, Business
Enterprise.
CRA/SBG/ARA
Schools rowing in
West Cornwall
CPGA
5 Specific CPGA
member clubs. 5
Schools. LEA.
Sports College
SSCo.
January 2005
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Schools rowing
facilitation across
region
CPGA
FSCR group. ARA.
LEA. SSPs. CSPs.
January 2007
U14 year group
rowing
development
programme
CRA
CPGA/SBG/ARA
January 2006
Communications
strategy
FSCR group
RSB. LA. CSPs .ARA.
LEA and schools.
April 2006
Relevant national
recognised
qualification.
FSCR group
Sportscoach UK.
ARA. CSPs.
April 2007
World “sliding
seat rowing”
Championships
FSCR group
FISA. ARA. LA.
CSPs.
2006
Clubmark
accreditation all
clubs
FSCR group
Sport England. ARA
January 2008
Row for Health
project
SBG
HA. GPs
January2007
Social inclusion
disadvantaged
youth project
SBG
Round Table
January 2006
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Appendix B
INDOOR ROWING
The National Perspective
To develop Indoor Rowing as a sport. This will be a key programme in
increasing participation in the sport, and will depend upon adequate
investment being available
Assess findings of ‘Rowed to Health’ project, funded through the Interim
Plan.
Develop Indoor Rowing as a sport, both competitive and non-competitive,
and to work with both public and private sectors to deliver mutually
beneficial programmes.
Allocate C&DT time to developing Indoor Rowing
The Regional Vision
The WRRC is a diverse region which incorporates many different rowing
disciplines, both coastal and inland, sliding seat and fixed seat. One thing
which is commonly shared across the region is the use of the indoor rower as
a training tool. The region is committed to placing the development of indoor
rowing high on the regional agenda. The benefits of this are as follows;
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Creates a concrete area of crossover for clubs with diverse rowing
backgrounds to work in partnership.
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The development of indoor rowing as a sport in its own right ties in
closely with the ARA’s national directives, and hence a strong regional
commitment to this area creates the potential for further national
development and investment in the region.
-
Indoor rowing provides a means through which targets in other areas
can be achieved, encompassing not only competition and physical
training, but increasing non-competitive participation, development of
young people, and club, coach and volunteer development.
-
Through the region working in partnership via indoor rowing, there is
potential for positive knock on effects in these other areas, both on
and off the water.
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Aims, Objectives and Outcomes
Organisational Effectiveness
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Create a network of clubs, schools,
fitness centres, health agencies,
etc, working in partnership towards
the development of indoor rowing.
Identify existing clubs and
partnerships in the region actively
utilising the indoor rowing
machines, who are interested in
further development within their
clubs/partnerships.
Ensure an effective level of
communication between these
groups.
Encourage clubs to work in
partnership on a wide regional basis
regarding indoor rowing activity,
events.
Create a mailing list to advertise
indoor rowing events, dry
instructors courses, etc.
Include an indoor rowing section
within any future WRRC website
Encourage the adoption of an indoor
rowing ‘season’ so that coach
education and competition can be
co-ordinated on a regional basis
Coaching and Technical Education
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Increase the number of coaches
capable of teaching safe and
effective use of the indoor rowing
machine, via the ARA’s Dry
Instructors Award (DI).
Promote the DI to clubs and schools
across the region. Create a regional
schedule of annual courses to run
between September and March.
Increase the network of Tutors
capable of delivering the DI on a
local basis, via the ARA’s Course
Leader Training.
Increase the number of young
people training as coaches/leaders,
via the Junior Rowing Leaders
Award (JRLA).
Run at least one annual Course
Leader Training, preferably at the
start of the indoor rowing ‘season’.
Focus particularly on schools
involved in club partnerships,
encouraging teachers to train as
DI’s, who in turn can facilitate JRLA
courses with students as part of the
schools JSLA programme.
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Clubs and Members
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Increase the amount of clubs and
members involved in indoor rowing
activity.
Support clubs in applications for
funding for indoor rowing
equipment, coaching courses, etc.
Competition
Aims
Objectives
Promote and encourage the
development of local indoor
competitions involving clubs,
schools, fitness centres, etc.
Create a regional schedule of
school/club competitions to take
place prior to a regional schools
indoor competition.
Focus in particular on junior and
school indoor competition.
Encourage the adoption of ARA’s
‘GO Race’ categories. Long term
encourage the development of
senior indoor competitions.
Encorage local athletes who have
won British and World Indoor titles
to promote regional events
Develop a regional indoor
championship to be fed into via the
local competitions.
Encourage and promote annual
regional attendance at the British
Indoor Championships (BIRC) in
Birmingham
Continue to develop and promote
the regional schools competition in
March, encouraging as many
schools as possible to attend.
Organise an annual regional trip,
(for Juniors initially) to BIRC.
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Increase Participation
Aims
Encourage and support the use of
the indoor rowing machine
recreationally for the development
of health and activity within clubs
and schools.
Promote partnerships between clubs
and local health agencies, as part of
the wider health and activity
agenda.
Encourage and support the use of
the indoor rowing machine for
groups with disabilities.
Create a culture of indoor rowing
within clubs and schools which
encourages use of the machines in
terms of participation as well as
competition.
Objectives and Outcomes
Identify a group of clubs to pilot a
‘Rowing for Health’ project aimed at
a particular group, e.g. over 50s.
Promote this in partnership with
local PCT.
Create a list of guidelines and
example for clubs of how to identify
potential partners in the heath
sector, and how to go about putting
these partnerships into place.
Identify a group of clubs with
suitable facilities to pilot an
adaptive indoor rowing project for a
particular disability group.
Young People
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Increase the opportunity for young
people to participate in indoor
rowing in clubs and particularly
schools.
Create a list of schools currently
using the indoor rowing machines.
Encourage further development
within these schools via links with
clubs, training of teachers as DI’s,
and establishment of school indoor
rowing clubs.
Encourage schools already involved
with indoor rowing activity to
develop a stage further, running a
JRLA scheme, and moving towards
indoor rowing as part of the
curriculum.
Encourage young people to develop
coaching and leadership skills via
the JRLA.
Increase the amount of schools
offering indoor rowing both within
and beyond the curriculum
Athlete Development
Aims
Utilise indoor rowing machines to
identify potential high performance
athletes.
Objectives and Outcome
Create and distribute a list of
national standards for each age
category, to give clubs and schools
a means of identifying those with
potential.
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Appendix C
ROWING FOR PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES
On the whole we practice our sport in an environment, which has been designed and developed
by non-disabled people for use by non-disabled people. Access to sport for people with
disabilities including opportunities to coach and contribute to the club administration, can be
made possible with the application of some thought and consideration. The aim must be to
provide an inclusive environment so that the activities and facilities within the club are accessible
by all members of society irrespective of their ability. Furthermore it is important to realize that
disabled people have something worthwhile to contribute to their community and can support our
Clubs and the increasing pressures we as volunteers face.
The final access changes within the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 brought into being October
2004 mean that any organisation providing a service and access to goods must now make
‘reasonable’ adjustments to their physical features to enable the disabled the right to access.
However there is more to this than rhetoric and physical adjustments if we are to ensure
everyone has equal rights, access and opportunities to everyday activities that non disabled can
take for granted.
Research shows that disabled people are less likely to take part in sport and physical activity for a
variety of reasons e.g. attitudinal, social and environmental issues. Most importantly the same
research identified that disabled like their non disabled peers want to be physically active and
healthy by having more opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity.
We have a responsibility for ACTION rather than merely words to bring about the removal of
barriers that continue to exclude many groups within society. We have an OPPORTUNITY within
The Western Region to identify and support athletes of all abilities across the whole performance
spectrum e.g. recreation, participation & competition and through development pathways identify
athletes for future Paralympics and World Competition.
THE VISION
◊ new participants through new partnerships ◊
◊ rowing for life through well-resourced clubs ◊
◊ inspiration through success on all levels◊
The common vision throughout the Western Region Clubs is to increase participation and provide
opportunities for everyone. To ensure this vision is achieved it will be important to identify
support e.g. knowledge and experience from other key service providers and potential partners
so as not to overload our existing volunteers and clubs. The following outlines what needs to be
done in order to achieve this strand of the Regional Plan.
Club Development
1. Identify Clubs willing to include specific impaired groups. Look to Project Oarsome/Clubmark
Clubs in first instance but without prejudice in excluding other ‘quality’ clubs. P.O. Clubs already
have links with SSP’s. ‘Quality’ Clubs to have in place or working towards:
•
•
•
•
Level 2 qualified coaches
Child Protection/Welfare Officer
Water Safety Adviser and Club conforming to ARA Water Safety Code of Practice
Attended Equity in Your Coaching, Good Practice and Child Protection and Club for All
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•
Equity Policy (live document actively promoted)
2. Identify support such Clubs require in order to make their facilities and equipment more
accessible by under-represented groups:
• Undertaking of Access Audit (short & more detailed available)
• Adaptation to facilities and equipment (resources available/being developed)
• Identify funding and partners to support adaptations to equipment and facilities
• Awareness training (Sportscoach UK Coaching Disabled Performers Workshop/ Pilot
ARA/WRRC Disability Awareness Training)
Timescale March 05-September 06
3. Support other Clubs with meeting the final stages of Disability Discrimination Act 1995 on
rights of access. Provide Clubs with resources e.g. access audit, talk video.
Timescale September 06-08
4. Identify other agencies that can provide support - funding, advice, resources, links to specific
groups e.g. Primary Care Trusts, Back 2 Back, Specific Disability Organisations, School Sport
Partnerships.
Timescale- dependant on local needs and demands and specific needs of Clubs
Coach Development
1. Identify coaches with experience/interest in coaching specific groups
Signpost to CPD through
• Additional strands within ARA Coaching Award Scheme
• Coaching Disabled Performers Workshop/Pilot ARA/WRRC Awareness Training
• Mentoring Coaches Scheme
Timescale March 05 onwards
2. Identify Role Models as ambassadors for adaptive rowing timescale 06-09
Athlete Development
1. Develop Indoor Rowing Competitions e.g. interschool short races/leagues with a view to
Special School/Parallel Games and pilot at Youth Games. Consider balance between inclusion and
full integration.
Timescale 3 years 05-08 2 years developing competition
Pilot integration at Youth Games 08-09
2. Provide Taster Awareness Days (for specific impaired groups e.g. spinal/sensory) in
Partnership with Schools utilising ARA Learn to Row and Go Row Adaptive Programme.
Timescale 06-09. Consider linking these to funding application for equipment
3. Establish ‘integrative’ events at local regattas
Timescale 06-09
1 x 2006 3 x 2009
4. Identify regional crew to take to Nat Champs 08
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5a) Identify talent through SSP’s and School/Club Links with view to both Regional/National
Indoor Rowing Competitions and World/Paralympic opportunities. Work within current
classifications
b) Inform Clubs/Schools of Talent ID Programme for Adaptive Rowing e.g. ergo scores and water
performance currently being developed
c) National trials and assessments-liaise with ARA through WRRC Rep
Timescale ongoing but as a guide 05-09 and dependant on partnerships timescales
General Development
1. Develop support for partnerships that have already expressed interest in developing adaptive
rowing e.g. Plymstock and Sir John Hunt School Sport Partnerships. Work closely with all key
partners (ARA Learn to Row/Go Row Adaptive Rowing)
2. Identify ‘quality’ exit routes for 1.
3. Provide ongoing CPD through ARA Coaching Award Schemes Additional Strands
4. Gain English Federation of Disability Sport Quality Mark
VALUES AND PRINCIPLES
Encouraging and developing ‘shared’ good practice to provide a transparent and accountable
organisation at regional and local level.
Providing equal opportunities to participate in rowing regardless of age, gender, disability, faith
and ethnic origin.
Creating the opportunity for those with the desire and talent to join the ARA Performance
pathway and achieve success at an appropriate level
Valuing the work of volunteers and providing recognition, support and training
Playing an active part in developing rowing as part of the broader sporting and social agenda,
and to benefit local communities
Providing a welcoming environment and support for participants to enjoy the sport at whatever
level they choose to participate
Encouraging and developing safe practices in Rowing and the culture of safety in general
CONTEXT IN SPORT, AND WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP
Working together in partnership is the forefront of our regions development. Already a number of
Clubs are working closely with their Local Authority, County Sport Partnership and School Sport
Partnerships. These links need to be developed further in the area of rowing for all abilities but
specific to clubs and local community needs, encompassing further links with:
•
•
•
Inclusive Fitness Initiative Providers (inclusivefitness.org)
Inclusive Sports Club Programme - English Federation of Disability Sport
Primary Care Trusts- e.g. Lifestyle Groups, Obesity & Paediatric Clinics
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•
•
•
•
Youth Enquiry Service (At risk young people)
SportsCoach UK and County Sport Partnerships- supporting coaches & clubs
Regional Sport England/Regional Sports Boards- supporting development
Environment & Countryside Agencies
Our Priorities - Building on Success, Focusing on what has Worked, Further
Innovation
Promotion and recognition of Clubs working with under-represented groups through:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Wealth of contacts with other professionals and agencies
EFDS quality mark
Utilise Volunteer Recognition Award schemes (local/regional/national) e.g. funding &
recognition
Attract further funding to enable adaptation of equipment, premises and specific
projects via lottery, other exchequer, grants and charitable trusts
Increased partnership working resulting in promotion and support of Club/s
Actively working to the Governments Agenda will mean your club is more likely to
receive/continue to receive public funds
Recognition of support and commitment from Club through representation at World
Rowing Champs and Paralympics
Building the capacity- people and places through:
•
•
Providing for other members of the community will bring the support of new volunteers
through many initiatives e.g. Active Communities, Volunteering England and VB’s, Step
into Sport.
Encouragement of Teachers and AOTT’’s within special and mainstream/independent to
be involved in dry instructors scheme with the hope and expectation that they will not
only provide their expertise but support delivery of dry and wet sessions
Facilities and equipment
•
•
•
Access audit and SWOT Analysis should be undertaken to identify physical features
requiring reasonable adaptation in order to provide lawful access to members in
community. Consider pilot schemes in Clubs working with specific impairments matched
to their facilities
Identify suitable exit routes for other SSP’s
Building links with other service providers and working in partnership to access potential
funding for equipment and longer term projects (sharing of equipment?)
Training and education
•
•
•
•
•
•
Awareness Training
Strands of coaching award scheme
Manual handling
Information for Clubs and Athletes via WRRC & ARA Website. Links to be developed on
site
Training and Education Framework based upon needs analysis via ARA
Attend ARA Training Camps for potential athletes and Club Coaches
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Regional Performance Pathways - Identify potential performers through:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Partnerships involved in Dry Rowing e.g. School/Club links
Dry Rowing Local and Regional Regattas tied into Youth and Special/Para Games
Able to Row Events-Awareness Days
Wet rowing in present classifications LTA,TA,A
Integrative adaptive events at local, regional and national level
Training Camps
AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES
Organisational Effectiveness
AIMS
Objectives and Outcomes
To ensure that equal opportunities are
provided at all levels of participation within
region
To actively seek promotion of opportunities
with the following groups: For both nondisabled, disabled, Black Minority Ethnic,
women and young people
Design and implement an effective regional
strategy for communication to members
(individuals, clubs and events) and also RSB,
Local Authorities, CSP’s, SSP’s, schools and
other relevant organizations
Prepare a regional newsletter for Clubs and
identified partners. Create a WRRC Website for
sharing of information and resources
Coaching and Technical Education
Aims
Objectives And Outcomes
To identify and support coaches willing to work
with under represented groups via additional
coaching strands within Award Scheme,
disability awareness & equity training
Promote the Coaching Award Scheme and
additional strands to Clubs, Schools and other
potential providers across the region.
Coaches database to determine numbers of
coaches in region (Completion of
needs/interest analysis)
To identify coaches skills experiences and
interests and needs and develop a mentoring
scheme
To provide opportunity for further continual
professional development and identify costs
involved/potential funding
Clubs and Members
Aims
To support the ARA quality assurance
framework for accrediting clubs, and to work
with local and regional strategic partners to
Objectives and Outcomes
Build on existing standards and strive to
achieve continual CPD. Also look to gaining
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achieve joint targets
EFDS Quality Mark
To support clubs in order to promote an
environment for all abilities. To raise
awareness to attitudinal, social and
environmental barriers to foster equality
Develop a database of clubs identifying their
needs and subsequent action required
Pilot 3 Clubs and support through access audit,
awareness training and developing links with
service providers
To support the role of the regional and club
water safety adviser, Child protection/welfare
adviser. Encourage moving and handling
training as needs require
Ensure the safety and welfare of all
participants and members within our Clubs.
Competition
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Ensure a wide range of providers utilize the
impact of national and international ‘adaptive’
rowing events
Raise the profile of rowing for all abilities
encouraging action from national and regional
organizations
Promotion of adaptive dry and wet start events
Raise profile and opportunities for our
communities
To train umpires and race officials
Designated Disability Officer at regional events.
Ensure officials are aware of impairments and
allowances that may need to be considered in
competition
Increased Participation through Further Innovation
Aims
To develop new opportunities and increasing
participation from under represented groups
Consider a hub club supported through a
regional funding application for equipment and
taster days/events/local projects
To develop Indoor Rowing as a sport through
mainstream,special,independent schools,
Specialist Sports Colleges and SSP’s, Clubs and
Leisure Facilities (incl GP referral units) HE/FE
Objectives and Outcomes
Pilot with P.O. Clubs identifying impaired
groups/links with partners
Identify service providers of these groups as
potential for funding/other support
To provide adaptive equipment/resource tools
e.g. makaton signage/Go Row Adaptive for
dry/wet start. On loan to Clubs/SSP’s running
taster days/events
Identify a group of clubs to pilot an indoor
rowing project for a particular impaired group
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Young People
Aims
Objectives and Outcomes
Increase opportunity for young people to be
integrated into indoor rowing events, regattas
and within clubs
Encourage schools already involved with indoor
rowing to work with under-represented groups
within their family of schools
Develop school/club links through School Sport
Partnerships.
Create database of schools involved in Dry/Wet
Rowing
Encourage young people to develop coaching
and leadership skills via JRLA .Consult with ARA
on developing stands within this award for
variety of impaired
Work towards an effective performance
pathway for ‘talented’ athletes in consultation
with ARA
Promotion of long term athlete development
and representation at national and
international events
Volunteers
Aims
To value, encourage, support and develop
volunteers at all levels and increase the
number of active volunteers supporting the
sport.
To foster a positive and encouraging
environment for our dedicated volunteers
Objectives and Outcomes
Improve our volunteer infrastructure through
recruitment, retention and recognition ‘tools’ –
Sport England Volunteer Investment
Programme, Volunteer Officer ARA, County
Sport Partnership- Club Development Officer
Volunteers (Devon)
Provide support and resources through WRRC
Website/Newsletter
Encourage the role of a volunteer coordinator
within the clubs
Athlete Development
Aims
Encourage the ARA Sequential Training Model
(STM) is introduced in Clubs
Objectives and Outcomes
To encourage lifelong participation in physical
activity developing core motor skills and
elements of ‘fitness’
Using the model to progress athletes through
participation to competition and performance
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7. Regional Action Plan -suggestions
Action
Identify 3 Clubs to
work with impaired
groups e.g.
Clubmark/P.O.
Identify exit routes for
some SSP’s not linked
to Clubs and support
they require
Support 5 Clubs with
Access Audit/Needs
By Whom
ARA Regional CDO
WRRC Rep
List of Partners
ARA
CSP
SSP’s
By When
ARA Regional CDO
WRRC Rep
WRRC
ARA
SSP’s & schools
March 06
ARA CDO Disabilities
ARA Regional CDO
September 06
Provide Advice to
Clubs re: DDA 1995
WRRC
ARA CDO Disabilities
Identify other
Agencies for
supporting projects
Identify Club
Coach/Rep to support
specific group/s
Clubs
WRRC Rep
ARA Regional CDO
Club
WRRC Rep
Clubs
Local Authority
SDO/Planning
Funding Streams TBI
Sportscoach
UK/CSP/WRRC
DRC
Resources/website
link?
ARA
WRRC
e.g. PCT’s, Service
providers for Disabled
Back 2 Back
Club
WRRC
SSP
Schools
Community Coach
(Mentored Coach?)
Identify Role Models
as ambassadors for
Disability
Sport/Rowing for all
Abilities
Develop Dry Rowing
Competitions and
route to Youth/Special
Games
Taster Awareness
Days
Club
ARA Disabilities CDO
WRRC Rep
Athletes
Club
WRRC
SSP
06-09
ARA Regional CDO
WRRC Rep
SSP’s
Schools
Community Coach?
March 05 onwards
Clubs
WRRC Rep
06-09
Establish Integrative
Events
Identify Talent
Clubs
WRRC Rep
SSP’s/SSCO’s
Coaches
ARA Regional CDO
Clubs
ARA Disabilities CDO
WRRC
SSP’s
Other key partners
Clubs
Regatta Secretaries
ARA Disabilities CDO
ARA Regional CDO
Coaches
March 05-March 06
KPI 3 Clubs
KPI 5 Clubs
March 05 onwards
Dependant on specific
projects
March 05 onwards
KPI 5 Reps
KP1 3 days
KPI 1 event 2006
3 events 2009
06-09 check as
develops with key
partners
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Continuous
Professional
Development
Additional strands in
CAS
Identify Hub Club for
pooling of adaptive
equipment seek funds
Provide tools for 4 x
R’s
ARA
ARA CDO’s
Tutors/Assessors
Junior Rowing Leaders
Award for impaired
Go Row Adaptive and
advice on resources
via CAS
Tutors/Assessors
Pilot adaptive indoor
rowing project for a
particular disability
group
Support Clubs working
towards EFDS Quality
Mark
SSP/SSCO’s
ARA
Clubs and coaches
Sportscoach UK
Ongoing
October 05
KPI 1 Club
CSP Volunteer Officer
ARA Vol Manager
Sport England
ARA CDO Disabilities
WRRC Rep
Tutors/Assessors
ARA CDO (Disabilities)
WRRC
ARA
SSP’s
Club Rep
WRRC
Upon
Website/Newsletter
developed & ARA
work with region
Consult ARA on
timescale
September 05
onwards
KPI 3 Clubmark Clubs
KPI 3 Clubs
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Appendix D
RECREATIONAL ROWING
2005 – 2009
Aim:
To establish the value of “rowing for life” for all WRRC rowing clubs,
to support the development of recreational rowing in the clubs and
bring rowing to the wider community by increasing the number of
people participating in recreational rowing
Major targets:
• In year one, establish which clubs adequately cater for
recreational rowers and promote the advantages which
recreational rowing can bring to rowing clubs
• within five years increase the number of clubs providing
recreational (non-racing) rowing by fifty percent
• Develop a programme of recreational rowing events within the
region and support national and international events
• Develop “learn to row” programmes to increase substantially
the number of recreational rowers in participating clubs.
1. Current situation
1.1 For most WRRC clubs, the emphasis is predominantly on competitive
rowing at all levels. This is likely to deter those who would like to row on
an occasional or non-competitive basis and those of any age wishing to
try the sport.
1.2 A recent survey has shown that 7 out of 16 WRRC sliding seat clubs have
an interest in recreational rowing.
1.3 Recreational rowing is perceived to be rowing heavier boats (touring
type) only, rather than relaxed but accomplished rowing in fine boats or
learning in training boats before graduating to fine boats.
1.4 Many clubs do not have adequate resources – boats or coaches – to be
able to encourage a large expansion in recreational rowing.
1.5 In the past, clubs in this region have jointly organised both UK and
European tours, generally using borrowed boats.
1.6 Recreational rowing ties in very neatly with the Government’s “Agenda
for health” in encouraging more people to take healthy exercise.
1.7 Presently, indoor rowers are not encouraged to move to rowing in boats.
2. Benefits of promoting recreational rowing
2.1 Recreational rowing provides access to rowing and fitness for people of
all ages and abilities – for example, recreational rowing has the potential
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for increasing participation and active lifestyles amongst groups who
normally avoid sport due to the competitive ethos.
2.2 Recreational rowing can provide a pathway to competitive rowing
2.3 It provides an opportunity for past competitors to continue in the sport,
thus maintaining a reasonable level of fitness, and for them to give
encouragement to younger rowers.
2.4 It increases club membership providing a valuable pool of experience for
fund raising, coaching, administration etc
2.5 It can help to develop the place of the club in the community.
3. The way forward
3.1 Explain to all clubs the potential advantages to them of having
recreational (or non-racing) rowers.
3.2 Encourage all clubs to have a “row for life” philosophy by developing a
recreational rowing section with appropriate support, coaching and
equipment
3.3 Seek support from ARA for additional resources – boats etc – to
encourage the development of a strong recreational rowing sector within
WRRC.
3.4 Promote local tours and participation in national/international tours
3.5 Develop links with local primary care trusts and GP referral schemes,
utilising recreational rowing as part of the overall health agenda.
3.6 Create links with other recreational or non-competitive sports, and thus
promote community partnerships which could have the potential to access
support funding – especially link with local indoor rowing clubs
3.5 Encourage strong links between all fixed and sliding seat rowers within
WRRC to enable all to join recreational rowing tours and events
3.5 Review progress regularly and report to WRRC annually.
4. Headline KPIs
4.1 Establish “learn-to-row” programmes in at least 10 WRRC clubs
4.2 Establish accredited recreational rowing programmes in at least 5 WRRC
clubs
4.3 Through provision of support, information and training, develop 20 active
recreational rowing coaches within WRRC.
pjac 16/01/05
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Appendix E
The Cornish Pilot Gig Association Member Clubs
Cornwall
Bude
Cadgwith
Cape Cornwall
Caradon
Charlestown
Coverack
CRAB
Culdrose
Devoran
Falmouth
Fowey
Goran
Hayle
Helford
Looe
Mevagissey
Mounts Bay
Newquay
Padstow
Par Bay
Pendeen
Penryn
Porthleven
Port Isaac
Rame
Rock
Roseland
St Ives
St Agnes
Truro
Zennor
Devon
Appledore & Instow
Britannia Naval College
Cattewater
Clovelly
Dartmouth
Salcombe
Tamar and Tavy
Teignmouth
Yealm
Dorset
Weymouth
Swanage
Other Clubs Affiliated
Team Sasquish, USA
The Faroe Isles
The Dutch Rowing Association
Breton Rowing Club, France
Cork, Ireland
Cousin Jack, Australia
Two clubs proposed for membership in 2005:- Porthgain, Wales and Flushing and
Mylor, Cornwall
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Seine Boat Group Clubs
Blades of Dartmouth
Kingswear
River Teign Rowing Club Limited
Cornish Rowing Association
Mousehole
Polperro
Trelawney
Penryn
Saltash
Calstock
Saracens
Looe
Isles of Scilly Gig Association
St Marys
St Agnes
St Martins
Tresco Bryher
West Of England Amateur Rowing Association
Bideford Amateur Athletics Club (Blues)
Bideford Amateur Rowing Club (Reds)
Britannia Royal Naval Rowing Club
Castle Dore Rowing Club
Dartmouth Amateur Rowing Club
Dart-Totnes Amateur Rowing Club
Exeter Rowing Club
Exmouth Rowing Club
Greenbank Falmouth Amateur Rowing Club
Grenville College Rowing Club
Minehead Sailing & Watersports Club
Paignton Amateur Rowing Club
Plymouth Amateur Rowing Club
Watchet Sea Rowing Club
Wimbleball Rowing Club
British Universities Sports Association
Exeter University Boat Club
University of Plymouth Boat Club
Independent
Isca Scullers
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