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Rowing at Oxford

2021/1/24
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Today, Ellis is joined by Charlotte, president of Trinity College Boat Club, to talk all things Oxford rowing: why it isn't just for privately educated people, bumps racing, and how to get a boat stuck in a tree. You don't want to miss it! 

Timestamps: 

00:30 - Introduce yourself, tell me how you’re involved with rowing. 

01:00 - What is rowing? 

02:46 - What are the different levels of Oxford rowing? 

03:40 - What’s an average week of training for you? 

05:16 - Can you explain the different races throughout the year? 

07:50 - How would you describe the experience of coxing races? 

10:25 - Do you think there’s a big misconception around rowing in Oxford? 

13:00 - Do you have any funny memories of rowing? 

15:18 - What does being president of the boat club entail? 

17:15 - What’s been your favourite rowing memory?

19:40 - Do you have any worst memories of rowing? 

21:23 - What advice would you give to people thinking about rowing?