Folkestone Sculling Academy
Beach Sprint and Offshore Rowing Hub
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As Kent’s first British Rowing Coastal Sculling Academy, we’re creating opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to discover the excitement of coastal rowing. From first-time juniors and community courses to those aiming for national pathways, our goal is to combine top-level coaching with an inclusive, welcoming environment. With Beach Sprints making its Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028, we are proud to provide a space where complete beginners can take their first strokes, and ambitious athletes can set their sights on the sport’s highest stage. Rooted in Folkestone’s coastal heritage, we’re building a place where rowers can grow in confidence, skill, and ambition — together.
FOLKESTONE BEACH SPRINT REGATTA
9TH MAY 2026
Save the date!
We’re planning a Beach Sprint Relay Regatta
Teams of 4, fast-paced racing, and open to all experienced rowers.
More details coming very soon…
WHAT IS BEACH SPRINTS?
Beach Sprints is the wild cousin of traditional rowing
Start
Run down the beach approx 50m to your assigned boat - this will be stroke seat in a double
Entry
Get in the boat which is held in the water by 2 boathandlers
Row
Row out and slalom around the buoys until you reach the buoy at the top of the course. Then, make a 180-degree turn & row 250m straight back.
Exit
Bow seat - Get out of your boat when the water is shallow enough, start your run
Finish
Run up the sand (10-50m depending on tide) touch the button on the finish line
LEARN TO ROW
Folkestone Sculling Academy is running an introductory course designed to get you out on the water and experiencing the thrill of rowing for the first time. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, a way to keep fit, or just want to try something different, this is the perfect place to start. No experience needed — just bring enthusiasm and a sense of adventure!
CLUBS - LET'S ROW TOGETHER
At Folkestone Sculling Academy, we love welcoming other rowing clubs to the coast. We offer ongoing partnerships where your rowers can come and experience Beach Sprints and offshore rowing with our boats, facilities, and coaching on hand. Whether you’d like to give your crews a fun new challenge, build coastal skills, or help athletes explore the exciting new Olympic pathway, we can shape something that works for your club.
Drop us your details and let’s chat about how we can make coastal rowing part of your club’s journey.
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Find Us
We are based at the Sea Sports Centre right next to Sunny Sands beach in Folkestone.
There is plenty of parking locally at the Harbour Arm.
We have great train service from London as Folkestone Central is on the HS1 line are only 50min from St Pancras station
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