Our History
University Rowing Aberdeen is the partnership between Aberdeen University Boat Club (est. 1870) and Robert Gordon University Boat Club (est. 1992). Established in 2012, the partnership was originally formed to share resources, equipment, coaching, and funding in order to strengthen the two clubs and unite them as one club. Since its formation, URA is continuously growing year after year and has become a professional programme with a full time coach appointed in August 2018. For the last nine years, all activities, from fundraisers to social events, have been joint efforts between both clubs, and from this both the boat fleet and standard in student-athlete performance has developed significantly. The aim of the partnership is to deliver an efficient rowing programme that presents opportunities to students in Aberdeen, providing them with the chance to train and compete to fulfil their ambitions within the sport within a structure fit for purpose.
Our Squads
Senior Squad
Our visitor challenge cup crew at Henley Royal Regatta.
A group of competitive student athletes representing URA at events both across Scotland and internationally.
Over the years our performance crews have been competitive at prestigous events such as HoRR, WeHoRR, Henley Women's Regatta, and Henley Royal Regatta.
Intermediate Squad
Our women's Intermediate 4- racing at Spring Regatta 2024
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This squad trains alongside the seniors on land and water, and compete at races across Scotland. Intermediates attend 65% of senior sessions. This is the perfect fit for someone who still wants to train and compete at a high level without being part of the senior squad. |
Beginner Squad
Our Henley Women's Development 4+ (1) squad with their cox, Maddie.
Whether you have years of coxing experience or you are interested in learning something new, get in contact and join our club. We'd love to hear from you!
Recreational Squad
An evening training session on the river Dee.
If you would rather have a paddle along the Dee without the intense training schedule then our recreational squad is for you!
Our recreational rowers have access to both land and water facilities with no training commitment whilst having fun, making friends and staying fit.
Our Facilities
Butchart Performance Ergo Room
Our performance erg room is situated on the Aberdeen University main campus in the Butchart Recreational Centre, close to both RGU and AU student accommodations on a main bus route. The room is filled with 20 well serviced ergs, two Watt Bikes and several spin bikes, allowing all squads the opportunity to train in a world-class specific rowing land based facility.
Aberdeen University Boathouse
Originally built in the early 1900s the Aberdeen University Boathouse is situated on the banks of the River Dee, directly next door to the Robert Gordon University Boat House. The AU boathouse houses all of the URA big boats, along with changing facilities for male and female athletes and our boat repair workshop.
Robert Gordon University Boathouse
The Robert Gordon University Boathouse was originally built in the 1960s and used as a lifeboat station until mid 1990s when RGUBC was established as a club. The facility hosts the URA small boats and equipment along with changing facilities and our new athlete stretching area and crew room.
ASV Performance Area
ASV Performance Area is situated on the Aberdeen University campus and is a state of the art facility equipped with all the required equipment for strength and conditioning training. The sessions are run by professional coaching staff.
Our performance erg room is situated on the Aberdeen University main campus in the Butchart Recreational Centre, close to both RGU and AU student accommodations on a main bus route. The room is filled with 20 well serviced ergs, two Watt Bikes and several spin bikes, allowing all squads the opportunity to train in a world-class specific rowing land based facility.
Aberdeen University Boathouse
Originally built in the early 1900s the Aberdeen University Boathouse is situated on the banks of the River Dee, directly next door to the Robert Gordon University Boat House. The AU boathouse houses all of the URA big boats, along with changing facilities for male and female athletes and our boat repair workshop.
Robert Gordon University Boathouse
The Robert Gordon University Boathouse was originally built in the 1960s and used as a lifeboat station until mid 1990s when RGUBC was established as a club. The facility hosts the URA small boats and equipment along with changing facilities and our new athlete stretching area and crew room.
ASV Performance Area
ASV Performance Area is situated on the Aberdeen University campus and is a state of the art facility equipped with all the required equipment for strength and conditioning training. The sessions are run by professional coaching staff.
University Sports Bursaries and Scholarships
RGU Sport Scholarship Programme:
https://www3.rgu.ac.uk/future-students/finance-and-scholarships/scholarships/rgu-sport-scholarship/rgu-sport-scholarship
UoA Sports Bursaries and Scholarships Programme: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/sportandexercise/performance/bursaries/
https://www3.rgu.ac.uk/future-students/finance-and-scholarships/scholarships/rgu-sport-scholarship/rgu-sport-scholarship
UoA Sports Bursaries and Scholarships Programme: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/sportandexercise/performance/bursaries/