WivGigs members were very happy to share a recent social row along the Colne with Owen from the wonderful Essex by the Sea podcast. Owen celebrates the many delights of the Essex coastline in his brilliant podcast. A trip out with WivGigs was the perfect match!
Joint Club Captain Lorraine explained to Owen the history of WivGigs as we enter our tenth anniversary. There’s also talk about how proud we are to be an inclusive club. WivGigs welcomes anyone from our community to enjoy the benefits of gig rowing.
Owen got to hear from the crew how regular rowing can help with both your physical and mental health. One of our club members was wise enough to mention:
“If you’ve had a stressful day then heading out for a row helps you to relax. The world is a better place.”
Club member Nel was coxing for the session. She helped Owen with his stroke improvements as he had a short session rowing in Audacity. Nel has the ideal temperament to make the technical side of rowing appear easy.
We’d like to thank Owen and the Essex by the Sea podcast team for taking an interest in WivGigs. Our crew for the day really enjoyed the company.
You’re never too old to give gig rowing a try. WivGigs offers free Come and Try sessions. Please contact us over here if you’d like to join us on a social row along our beautiful river.