Rowing

Northumbria University Boat Club (Rowing Team) are a friendly and sociable club, open to both seasoned rowers and new members who want to try their hand at a new sport or simply want to keep fit in great company. The team row out of Tyne Amateur Rowing Club in Newburn, approximately 30 minute bus ride or 15 minute drive. We have a lot of fun along the way working and playing hard. 

We have thriving novice and intermediate squads who compete accross the UK, all year round, as well as a recreational squad for those who enjoy non competitive rowing. Our social calender provides a chance for all the club members to get to know eac hother off the water. 

Our vision is to provide Northumbria University students with an inclusive rowing club that is supportive of all skills and abilities which fosters physical fitness, mental resillience and social well-being. We are fully inclusive, we welcome those who have not had the oppertunitiy to try the sport. We value and support; active rowing competition, promotion of the sport and competitive performance of our club members; broad based memberships and participation in the sport at all levels and ability. Our aim is to have fun, be super fit, be a great team and win medals.

Club memberships available in 2025/26:

TRAIN Rowing - £200 per person

Water based training takes place on Wednesdays and Sundays at Tyne Amateur Rowing Club in Newburn (NE15 8NL). 

2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase via an online link shared following the squad selection event during Big Week of Sport (BWOS) which is running from 25th September – 5th October 2025. All club memberships must be purchased no later than Monday 6th October.

Speak to the club at Sports Fair on Wednesday 24th September for more information or email them as below.

Students enquiring about joining the club in 2025/26 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram. 

Key Contacts

Club President:  Ollie Tompkins

Men's Captain: Charlie Smith

Women's Captain: Sophia Riley

Instagram: @northumbriaubc