AQUATIC COUNCIL
Rowing Council
Building access, skills, and community on the water.
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COUNCIL LEADERSHIP
Meet our council leadership.
Brannon Johnson
Council Chair
A former University of Texas rower and founder of BLJ Rowing, focused on youth mentorship and inclusion in the sport.
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ABOUT OUR WORK
Creating a place for more people in rowing.
The Rowing Council welcomes people exploring rowing for the first time as well as experienced participants and coaches.
We connect skill development, mentorship, and community engagement to expand participation. Our work supports water safety, learning, and relationships with rowing clubs and programs.
WHAT WE DO
Learn to Row
Support welcoming introductions to rowing.
Technique Development
Share learning opportunities that build rowing skills.
Coaching & Mentorship
Connect knowledge, leadership, and participant support.
Youth & Adult Engagement
Encourage participation across ages and experience levels.
Community & Events
Build relationships through rowing activities and events.
Clubs & Access
Connect communities with rowing programs and partnerships.
WHY THIS WORK MATTERS
There should be more ways to get on the water.
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1 shared goal
More inclusive aquatic opportunities.
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COUNCIL IN ACTION
Connecting expertise with opportunity.
Getting started
A Welcoming Introduction to Rowing
Support learning opportunities for people taking their first steps into the sport.
Explore learn-to-row opportunities · link pending
Leadership & learning
Coaching and Mentorship
Connect participants with knowledge, encouragement, and skill development.
Explore mentorship · link pending
Community connections
Building Relationships through Rowing
Explore opportunities with clubs, programs, and community activities.
Explore rowing connections · link pending
COUNCIL VOICE
“There is a place for more people in aquatics.”
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JOIN THE WORK
Bring your experience to the council.
Share your knowledge, experience, and community connections to help shape this work.
Join the Council
Help shape priorities and share your experience.
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Partner on a Project
Connect around research, education, or community activities.
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Share Your Expertise
Contribute knowledge, skills, and practical experience.
Explore opportunities · link pending
Share Research or Resources
Help others find useful knowledge and resources.
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EXPLORE MORE
Other DIA councils advancing change.
Adapted Aquatics Council
Advancing safe, inclusive aquatic experiences for people of all abilities.
HBCU / HSI / Tribal Institutions Council
Supporting aquatic access, representation, and opportunity across historically underserved institutions.
Education & Research Council
Connecting research, education, and history to support safer, more inclusive aquatic experiences.
Together, we can expand aquatic opportunities.
Connect with the council and help create more ways to take part.