Question 1

When would be the best time to apply?

Accepted Answer

Every start of the academic year, so around the start of September, we provide the opportunity to try out rowing at Odin. After these try-out sessions we send out sign-out forms for possible new members! It is during this time that it is most ideal to sign-up, if you can't make it, you can email someone from the board (ab actis) and they will let you know what your options are.

Question 2

How much does is cost?

Accepted Answer

For 2025-2026 the annual fee for returning members is €260. For new members the annual fee is € 275.

This membership allows you to train under Odin coaching, take exams for free to get your license and to take out boats on your own upon completing the exams. New members will also receive an introduction day and an Odin tie.

It is possible to pay this fee once in full, or in installments.

Question 3

When are trainings scheduled?

Accepted Answer

Trainings are offered multiple times a week by our lovely coaching committee. Whether you like to train at 8am or 3pm, there is a timeslot for you. Training for a race requires training with a team that you can form yourself. You should train with your team two to three times a week when practicing for a race.

Question 4

What about competitions and races?

Accepted Answer

After passing your S1-exam, it is possible to join races. Every October there is a race, the Abeelenrace,  on the Middelburg Canal in which everyone joins. This race is organized by Honte and therefore free to join for all Odin members too! This race is likely to be your first so you can get an impression of what it is like to row on a competitive level. Other races are joined whenever teams are ready and willing to engage in competitions.
In the rowing world, there are several types and levels of racing. Most first-year rowers decide to join a NOOC competition, which consists of six races. The races take place in spring, with a race held every other week from the beginning of April until June. The distance that has to be rowed varies per race.
Competition races for novices are rowed in a coxed C4, meaning that you will have a team of 4 rowers and a steer. For more experienced rowers, there are competitions in coxed as well as coxless boats. Almost as important as the actual races are the parties held afterwards. Competition rowing is therefore known as a combination between fun races and what student life is also about: partying!
The real races are a lot more serious and performance-oriented. Race rowers dedicate much time to training, as first-year crews train up to 8 times a week. Race rowing is a truly unique experience. Since it is the highest level of rowing within most student rowing clubs, race rowers are allowed to use the best boats and licensed coaches. On top of that, race rowing motivates students to plan more effectively causing race rowers to often do well in both rowing and university whilst creating lifelong friendships.

Question 5

Can I try it out?

Accepted Answer

Of course you can! Just get in touch, you can always find us during the introweeks at UCR. If for some reason you miss us, just give us a shout via email, telephone or facebook. We will make sure you have the experience of a lifetime.

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for not joining us!

We welcome all types of students at odin. It doesn’t matter if you’ve raced for many years in a competitive team or have never even seen a rowing shell up close – if you’re interested, let us know!

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