"Rowing taps into & fulfills my love for the water (I love to sit at my desk later in the day and feel the rock of the boat).  It is the therapeutic/meditative qualities, the 'being part of the team' feeling even as a 'part-time' member, the openness and acceptance of the Club members and Staff and the complete workout (my knees and hip begin to hurt when I don’t row and the workout offsets the strain of carrying luggage in high heels) that have given me a new & unique experience in my life.

 

"For me, it has a very personal benefit of accomplishment.  I think this is the first thing I’ve done, and continue to do, where I’m not best or one of the best.  Hell, I’m not even good and I still show up and feel like I can conquer the world afterward.  Where others might gain the accomplishment feeling from winning, in this case I’m getting it from the opposite…I’m doing something for the pure joy of it.

 

"I credit the sport of Rowing and the NRRA with affecting a significant and positive change in my life.  This one activity combines teamwork among friends, challenge, fitness, and beauty so that my day begins with a complete positive outlook.  I’m healthier and I’m more accomplished since I began rowing."

Michelle, Masters Rower