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We believe that opportunities in sport aren’t equal for all young people across the UK — and rowing is no exception. Active Row works to change this by bringing the exciting sport of rowing to young people in targeted, disadvantaged areas across the country.
Volunteering with us could mean anything! From event support and on-the-water coaching to running your own indoor rowing school club, there’s a role for you. No rowing experience is required — we provide all the training you need.
By volunteering, you’ll help young people access a sport they might never otherwise experience, develop important life skills, stay active, challenge themselves, and build life-long friendships. At the same time, you’ll have the opportunity to grow as a leader, coach, educator, event coordinator, and mentor.
NJIRC 2026
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Every year, the National Junior Indoor Rowing Championships (NJIRC) brings together young athletes from across the country — and it simply couldn’t happen without our amazing volunteers.
We need passionate people to help in a variety of roles, from registration and marshalling, to supporting athletes as they tackle their toughest races. Your support helps young people push themselves, celebrate their achievements, and experience the thrill of competition.
Be part of the action, meet like-minded people, and help create an unforgettable experience for the next generation of rowers!
NJIRC South is March 20th at Copper Box Arena, London, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3HB.
NJIRC North is February 27th at John Charles Centre for Sport, Middleton Grove, Belle Isle, Leeds LS11 5DJ.
Please contact Hannah for more information and to sign up!
Indoor Rowing Club Coach
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We’re looking for volunteers to partner with secondary schools and help run weekly indoor rowing clubs. These sessions give you the chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives by delivering fun, engaging sessions that help them develop important life skills.
Volunteers will need to commit 2–4 hours per week, including travel time.
The schools where we need support are primarily located in Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, and Nottingham.
On the Water Coaching
We’re looking for volunteers to assist our full-time staff during on-the-water sessions. These sessions are often a thrilling adventure for our young people and a fantastic opportunity to see them take their rowing skills to the next level.
For those interested in on-the-water coaching, relevant experience or qualifications are required to ensure the safety of all participants and to help deliver a fun, rewarding experience.
Life Skills Support
Make a real impact by joining our Life Skills Workshop Days! You’ll meet a group of our young people and spend the day sharing insights from your business, showing how life skills are important in your career, and inspiring the next generation.
These days are full of hands-on activities — and you’ll even have the opportunity to get out on the water rowing alongside the young people. Your time and experience help build confidence, teach practical skills, and give young people unforgettable experiences both on and off the water.
1. Volunteers who are interested in becoming professional coaches, mentors, project managers, teachers, event co-ordinators.
2. Volunteers with a passion for rowing and working with young children.
3. Former or current athletes who are interested in developing young people through sport.
Being a volunteer with us means we will support you to develop skills which you can take into the workplace.
You will receive:
· An accredited online safeguarding course.
· A paid for DBS check.
· Optional Professional Development workshops and a coaching course.
· Practical experience as a leader, coach, teacher, mentor.
· Practical experience in Sports events.
· Active Row T-Shirt
· Reference upon completion of the role
· Travel Expenses
Depending on the role, working with young people requires different checks and references.
When applying to volunteer with LYR, expect us to carry out DBS checks and take child welfare & safeguarding references
Charity Number: 1122941. Company Number: 06243293. Royal Docks Watersports Centre , 1012 Dockside Road, London, E16 2QT.
Tel: 0203 356 7178
