As part of the Sports Morning program, we had the pleasure of welcoming Marko Bolha and Pia Mušič, two talented coastal rowers, to the show. Under the guidance of Veslaški Klub Piran, they have mastered this exciting new discipline, which is now gaining recognition as an Olympic sport. Curious to hear what they had to say? Listen here! 🎧

🔥 Exciting News for BeachBlast! 🔥

We’re thrilled to announce that the BeachBlast – Empowering Life Skills Through Coastal Rowing project was recently featured on Radio Capris! This was an incredible opportunity to share our mission of helping young athletes develop essential life skills through coastal rowing, supporting their personal growth both in school and in their future careers.

Why This Matters
At BeachBlast, we believe that sport is more than just competition—it’s a powerful tool for personal development, inclusion, and gender equality. By promoting a sports environment where diversity is celebrated, we aim to ensure that everyone feels valued. Our focus is not on creating champions but on nurturing resilient and capable individuals ready to face life’s challenges and seize opportunities.

Key Takeaways from the Radio Feature
🎙️ Here’s what we highlighted on air:

https://www.radiocapris.si/si/dogajanje/sportno-jutro-z-luko-koper-o-veslanju-s-pio-music-in-markom-bolho

Developing essential life skills through coastal rowing, such as leadership, teamwork, and resilience.
Promoting inclusion and gender equality in sports, creating a welcoming environment for all.
Supporting personal growth that extends beyond the sport, aiding in academic and future career success.
Introducing the European Coastal Rowing Programme for Youth, a training and personal development tool designed to build a brighter future through sport.
Creating Opportunities for a Brighter Future
One of the central messages we shared is that coastal rowing is for everyone. BeachBlast is dedicated to providing young athletes with the tools, training, and resources needed to excel in Beach Sprint Rowing while fostering personal growth and a global network of coastal rowing enthusiasts.

With increasing awareness and partnerships, we aim to expand our reach, ensuring that more youth engage in coastal rowing, develop lifelong wellness habits, and have the support they need to excel both on and off the water.

What’s Next for BeachBlast?
Our journey doesn’t stop here! With growing recognition and support, we are actively working on:

🚀 New initiatives and programs to engage more young athletes.
🤝 Building stronger partnerships with organizations that share our vision.
📣 Raising awareness about the importance of inclusion and personal development through sport.
A huge thank you to Radio Capris for helping us share this important message! If you missed the feature, stay tuned—there’s much more to come as we continue to champion the power of coastal rowing for youth empowerment.

📢 Want to be part of the movement? Follow BeachBlast for updates and join us in building a brighter future through sport!