The Glencoe Boat Club Skiff
The Glencoe Boat Club Skiff, began as a project in 2018 when the club decided to buy a St Ayles skiff kit and build our own rowing boat from scratch. But first, a suitable boat shed had to be purchased and built…
Luckily, we have a master boat builder among our membership! David (ex-Commodore of the Club) spent around 500 hours hand crafting the Glencoe Boat Club Skiff (with a little bit of help from other Club members!).
Our magnificent vessel was launched in 2022 and has become one of our clubs most popular activities since! Our team of members who established ‘Corrag” have created a wellbeing and adventure legacy for so many for decades to come.
You can do it too
Our Skiff ‘team’ is welcoming, relaxed and informal. We for a regular team of members that gathers, including a wide range of ages; Skiff rowing, known as coastal rowing, is suitable for everyone. Even wee Cubby, adorable local therapy dog, has enjoyed a turn!. You can learn lots more about coastal rowing here.
We gather twice a week to enjoy a row across the glistening waters of Loch Leven in groups of five. The thriving wildlife and marine life provides so much pleasure. As we hear the cry ‘easy oars’ and gently lift the oars out of the water for a few moments of quietly drifting, we get up and close and personal to otters, seals and the occasional dolphin! It’s breathtaking.
Join us
- Do you fancy having a go at a fun sport, no experience required?
- Ever felt like spending some time on the water, but didn’t know how to start?
- Looking for a way to get a bit fitter, make some new friends, and enjoy yourself at the same time?
Skiff rowing is for everybody, no experience necessary, any level of fitness – just bring a smile and a sense of adventure!
When to join us
Row sessions run from 6pm-8pm Thursday evenings (earlier in the darker months), and 10am – 12pm Sundays. You can come along and have a few tries for free before committing to membership.
Drop us a line if you’d like to have a go in the boat:
Skiff rowing is all about teamwork, and we’d love to hear from you!
(Please note that under 16s are very welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.)
Life jackets are available from the club at no extra costs, you simply become a member and enjoy all of this year round, inclusive of your membership fee. Membership for an individual wanting to enjoy the sense of wellbeing that the rhythmic rowing out on the Skiff provides, starts at £100. You can find out about all our membership options here.