New rowing program announced.
The Lake Lanier Rowing Club is now offering a new indoor rowing program for individuals impacted by a cancer diagnosis – whether recently diagnosed, in treatment or in any stage of recovery.
“There is a long list of health benefits our members experience through their participation in rowing,” said Howell Buot, executive director at LLRC. “Whether rowing in a boat on the water or done as part of a group on an indoor rowing machine, the physical and mental health benefits are widely supported by the medical community and we’re really excited to introduce this as our first program for the New Year.”
The free 12-week program is open to men and women of any age and ability, with no prior rowing experience required. Classes will meet weekly, beginning the second full week of January and will conclude by mid-April. Plans are to offer at least two alternate time slots each week, possibly adding additional slots depending upon community response. All classes will be held indoors at the LLRC facility on Clark’s Bridge Road at Lake Lanier Olympic Park.
An open house will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 10 am-2 pm.
Classes will be led by 62-year-old indoor rowing enthusiast Dan Lynch, who is also a survivor of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. “When I was first diagnosed in 2018, I was just 56 and had just learned how to row. Throughout all my tests, surgeries, treatments, side effects, and other procedures, indoor rowing became my only constant. I’m so grateful to now be in a position to share the benefits of rowing with others.” Lynch will be on hand for the open house to demonstrate the proper use of an indoor rowing machine and address any questions about the program. LLRC also encourages anyone currently in treatment to speak with their oncologist and primary care physician to get personalized medical guidance about participation in this free program.
While participation in the 12-week program is free there is a one-time registration fee of $5.
To register for the program or for more information about the club visit: lakelanierrowing.org.
Photo: courtesy LLRC
