Learn the fundamentals of beach sprint and how to bring athletes and clubs into coastal rowing.

This BeachBlast introductory video is designed for anyone stepping into the world of coastal rowing—clear, practical, and engaging. In just a few minutes, it covers the essentials of beach sprint: setting up equipment, managing the beach start, turning at the buoy, and crossing the finish. You’ll find practical tips on safety, gear, race format, and useful guidance for athletes, coaches, and clubs looking to add coastal rowing to their programs.

BeachBlast is a European project that promotes coastal rowing as an inclusive, dynamic discipline rooted in coastal communities, offering teaching tools, best practices, and training resources. This tutorial is the perfect starting point to experience the potential of beach sprint—accessible for youth, exciting for competitors, and ideal for growing the rowing community with a modern, European spirit.

Watch the video, share it with your club, and bring the energy of beach sprint to your shoreline!