Raring2go! 17 Cool Rowings is built on a simple belief: sport should be accessible to everyone. By removing the need for expensive equipment, the initiative creates opportunities for more children and young people to get involved, have fun and discover what they can achieve. As the organisers say: "No Rowing Machines. No Barriers. Just Imagination, Participation and Fundraising." How Schools, Scouts & Youth Groups Can Get Involved: Young people have the opportunity to compete, fundraise & be part of a world first indoor rowing competition. Who Can Enter: Children from any of the following – Nurseries, Primary Schools, Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Girl Guiding Groups, Youth Clubs, Local Community Clubs How To Take Part: 1. Registers Yourself as an individual or a Team (on behalf of a school for example). 2. Attend A Cool Rowings Demonstration in Romford where you will learn: Rowing Techniques,Team Relay Formats, Competitoin Rules & Fundraising Ideas. 3. Start Training in weekly Cool Rowings sessions, relay practices and fun challenges leading up to the event 4. Fundraise for Sport Relief. Each individual entry is encourgaged to raise sponsorship from family, friends & local businesses. 5. Compete in the Regatta – during the 6 day event.Which will include Relay Races,Team Challenges, Distance Challenges, School Vs School Challenges etc. Sport Relief Fundraising Guidelines: Fundraising should be fun, inclusive, safe, and transparent. Comic Relief provides fundraising packs, sponsorship ideas, posters, certificates, and resources for schools and community groups. Fundraising Activities Indoor Regatta Participants seek sponsorship for: • Participation in a Worlds first indoor regatta • Number of relay races completed • Team challenge achievements. Good Fundraising Practice Participants should: • Clearly explain what they are fundraising for. • Keep accurate records of money collected. • Obtain parental permission where appropriate. • Ensure fundraising activities are supervised • by adults. • Deposit and transfer funds promptly. • Thank sponsors and supporters after the • event. • Follow school, Scout Association, and • Girlguiding safeguarding procedures. What Young People Gain Through fundraising & participation, young people develop: • Leadership skills • Confidence • Teamwork • Communication skills • Community awareness • Financial responsibility • Resilience and determination For more information or to register your school or group, visit www.coolrowings.com or email info@coolrowings.com.
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