About Us
A registered charity using the power of rowing to transform young lives on Teesside.
Where Young People Feel Safe, Supported & Ready to Grow
Our home at Castlegate Quay (TS18 3AZ) is a place where young people feel safe, supported, and ready to grow. We have our own building with a gym, rowing machines, kitchen, changing rooms, and space to relax or revise.
We primarily work with our local partner schools, however the club is open to anyone between 11 and 16 years of age. All our activities are free — we never charge schools, parents, or young people.
We're always growing, with space for up to 250 young people using our facilities. We're proud to have a diverse mix of girls and boys active across all our groups, reflecting the heart of our community.
250+
Young People
Our Trustees
Exceptional leaders united by a passion for youth development through sport.
Stephen Peel
Chair of Board of Trustees
A businessman in renewable energy and healthcare, and former Olympic rower who competed in the men's heavyweight coxless four.
Kate O'Sullivan
Trustee
38 years of leadership experience across Sports, Higher Education, and Engineering. Awarded a British Empire Medal for services to Rowing.
Sally Corander
Trustee
Founder of social impact agency Interact. Passionate about enriching young lives through physical activity and sport.
Josh Butler
Trustee
Winner of the Wyfold Challenge Cup at Henley Royal Regatta with 16+ years of rowing experience. Helped 20+ athletes attend Ivy League universities.
Katherine Mack
Trustee
Olympic champion, European champion, three-time world record holder. Started rowing on the River Tees at age 14.
Our Supporters
Generously supported by organisations that share our vision.
The Peel Family
Our Partners
Our Schools
Working together with local schools to bring rowing to young people across Teesside.
Safety Is Our Foundation
The safety of every young person is central to everything we do. Parents can be confident their children are in the best hands.
British Rowing Safeguarding & Child Protection policies fully adopted
All coaches DBS checked, qualified, and insured
Dedicated Club Welfare Officer and alternate CWO on staff
Facilities and equipment inspected regularly
On-water safety assessments required for all participants
Comprehensive risk assessments and emergency response plans