Adrian Bellardie details water safety and rowing on the Thames Tideway.

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Clarificaitons: 
- The Quintin Head had 320 entries, but only 300 were allowed to race.
- The decision to race or cancel the Head is made between the Chief Umpire and the committee

We cover:
- Adrian's rowing background
- Stream, tide bridges and weather
- Special navigation rules of the Thames Tideway
- Rowing the slacks; the history and purpose
- Incidents, how they happened and how they could be avoided
- The Steers Qualificaiton at Quintin Boat Club
- 'River Rage' and how to deal with it

#8 Safety and the Thames Tideway - Adrian Ballardie

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Charles Windeknecht shares his experience coaching athletes through changes to achieve excellence.  We cover:

- Spotting bad habits
- Identifying the issue
- Finding the solution and articulating it to the athlete
- Commitment to change
- Motivation and inspiration
- Continuous improvement


#32 Coaching for Excellence: Making the Right Changes - Charles Windeknecht

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Today I speak with Xavier Gagnon.  Xav was a standout highschool athlete.  Was recruited to Cal where he had a phenomical year.  He also raced in the U23 eight at 2025 Worlds for the USA.  In this discusssion we cover:

- Xav's rowing background
- First impressions
- Positive team culture and competition
- Training load and how to handle it
- A day in the life, balancing academics
- NIL, navigating the new economy
- Future goals

#44 Rowing for a Major US Program - Xavier Gagnon

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I speak with Cathy Roony, CEO of Infinity Boat Club.  Cathy leads a project putting the benefits of rowing into action in one of the most deprived areas of the UK.  Cathy details:

- Funding and structure
- Working toward sustainable funding
- Connecting with the athletes
- Coaching to the athetes, not a fixed programme
- How the club definites success
- Working with schools, families and local government
- What makes rowing special...

#48 Delivering the Benefits of Rowing - Cathy Rooney, Infinity Boat Club

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Complete Rowing is a podcast hosted by Ken Creighton, offering in-depth conversations with individuals passionate about rowing.  The podcast features a range of guests, including coaches, athletes, and club organizers, who share their experiences and insights into various aspects of the sport.  Topics covered include training methodologies, coaching strategies, equipment setup, safety considerations, and personal stories of resilience and dedication within the rowing community. 

Ken Creighton, a lifelong rowing enthusiast with leadership experience in junior, university, alumni, and masters clubs, initiated the podcast to share the knowledge and experiences he has accumulated over the years.  His aim is to provide valuable insights and foster a deeper understanding of the sport among listeners.  

Complete Rowing is available on multiple platforms, including SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, making it accessible to a broad audience interested in the multifaceted world of rowing. 



#44 Rowing for a Major US Program - Xavier Gagnon

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