British Rowing Club of the Year 2025

Affiliated Club of the Year 2025: Lymington Amateur Rowing Club

Lymington ARC epitomises a community club which is open to all. The club strongly believes in making rowing accessible to everyone in our community whatever their rowing goals. They may be a smaller club,  but one which is growing rapidly with 170 members. They work closely with the wider public, making their clubhouse available for pilates and RowFit classes which are open to non-members. They have raised over £25k this year to help buy more equipment and maintain what they have so they can get more people safely afloat. They are proud of their junior programme and in particular, the incredible development of a number of their junior members who are neurodiverse.

Here are a few quotes from these children and their parents: “Rowing has given me opportunities that I never imagined.” “I’ve found an incredible supportive community.” “The club and community and support have been life changing for my family, allowing my children to feel safe, nurtured and gain valuable life skills.”