An evolution of the Devon Adaptive Rowing Project

Three years ago British Rowing set up a project in Devon, to give young people with a disability the opportunity to experience the sport of rowing and a pathway to club rowing and beyond. The opportunities ranged from learning the basics on an indoor rowing machine in their school, to sessions on the water at a local centre. The project has helped those involved to develop their self-esteem, confidence, social skills and of course their fitness.

From April 2012 the Devon Adaptive Rowing Project has evolved into South West Rowability. An expansion of the initial project that is now looking to proactively include adults with a disability as well as disability community groups.

The aims of South West Rowability are closely aligned to those of the Devon Adaptive Rowing Project; to give those involved the opportunity to participate and compete in a sport that they would not otherwise have access to.