About Us
A unique community built around the lifelong passion of Masters rowing.
Who We Are
A Unique Association for a Unique Community
United We Row exists specifically for master’s rowers. Founded in 2015, when a first team rowed under the colors of United We Row with just three nationalities, the association has grown significantly. Today, we count more than 55 nationalities within our organization.
The association brings together a global community that shares training, experience, friendship, and the ambition to keep developing through rowing throughout life. United We Row is dedicated entirely to master’s rowers and connects athletes from around the world. The Masters community is at the center of its programmes, stories, and international network.
Our Direction
Mission, Vision and Community
United We Row is designed around the needs of Masters athletes rather than treating them as an afterthought.
Our Values
The Spirit of Masters Rowing
United We Row identifies these values as important to an enriching, balanced and respectful Masters rowing experience.
Respect
Respect is the cornerstone of our shared culture, ensuring an enriching and balanced rowing experience for everyone. It means honoring every rower, regardless of age or ability, treating them with dignity on the water and in the club. This value allows our diverse community of 55 nationalities to thrive together, fostering an environment where every stroke is met with mutual appreciation.
Solidarity
Solidarity is the invisible bond that unites master’s rowers across borders. In a community where experience is shared, we support one another through physical challenges and personal doubts. This mutual aid transforms a simple crew into a global family, ensuring that no one rows alone and that we all progress together throughout our lives.
Perseverance
Perseverance is the driving force that pushes master’s rowers to transcend their limits, not to chase absolute records, but to progress at their own pace. It is the resilience to return to the water after setbacks, to adapt to a changing body, and to maintain the ambition to develop through the sport, year after year.
Discipline
Discipline is the tool that turns passion into sustainable results. For Masters, it is not about the rigid intensity of youth, but about intelligent and conscious consistency. It is the commitment to respect
one’s body, follow an adapted training plan, and honor our pledge to ourselves and our international community.
Honesty
Honesty is the foundation of trust within our crews and our organization. It involves being truthful with
oneself about one’s capabilities, transparent about goals, and loyal to teammates. In our diverse,
international setting, this integrity creates a safe space where every member feels free to share their experiences and celebrate their progress.
Courage
For a master’s rower, courage is the audacity to start, to continue, and to challenge oneself at any age. It is the willingness to step out of one’s comfort zone to learn new techniques, to navigate challenging conditions, or to join a crew of different nationalities. It is the strength to say “I will” despite the doubts
that come with time.
Passion
Passion is the engine that keeps our flame alive through decades. It is that visceral desire to feel the
water, to sense the boat gliding, and to share that unique moment with others. It is the enduring link that has brought us together since 2015, attracting rowers from around the world united by an unshakeable love for the sport.
Health
Health is our absolute priority. For Masters, rowing is not merely a competition but a vital means to preserve the body and mind. We champion a healthy practice that strengthens vitality, prevents injury and allows us to enjoy the sport for as long as possible, in harmony with the evolving needs of our bodies.
Well-being
Well-being is the ultimate goal of our journey: a harmonious balance between physical effort and the joy of living. It is the satisfaction of sharing camaraderie after training, of feeling supported, and of knowing that rowing positively contributes to our overall quality of life. It is the very essence of our community: living better by rowing together.
Row. Connect. Belong.
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