Welcome to Masters Corner!Stavanger's role as Norway's oil capital, as well as the NATO Joint Warfare Centre has brought many foreigners to the region. Many of which come from countries with a long rowing tradition and so it's only natural that they look for a place to keep in contact with their sport. That's how a group of "international rowers" came into existence at Stavanger Roklub. Because most of us are "30-something" and the official age to compete as a veteran, or Master as it's now called, at FISA (world rowing association) events is 27 years we call ourselves the "Masters Group". The Masters in Stavanger Roklub have an impressive range of nationalities currently represented from local Norwegian to British, Dutch, French, German and Russian. Most "expats" are in Stavanger for 2-5 years and therefore there is a regular change of people in our group. It also provides newcomers to Stavanger with a place to meet people outside work. The Masters in Stavanger Roklub are a very mixed crew in terms of Whether you have aspirations to compete in the Norwegian Championships or just want to go for a quiet paddle on a sunny Sunday morning there is room for you here. Regular training sessions are Monday & Wednesday from 17:30 to 19:00 and Sunday morning outings @10:00 at the boathouse. |
