The coxswain (cox for short) is just as important as any rower in the boat – some would even say more important! If you want to get involved in rowing without the intense workouts, this is definitely the thing for you. Initially the role of a cox is to steer the boat and be responsible for the safety of the crew; as a cox gains experience and develops an understanding of rowing they become able to give commands and motivate a crew.
A good cox, with a good racing line and some great motivational calls for the crew, can make the difference between getting a bump or not. Coxing takes a lot more than just sitting in the boat and shouting however if you are confident, coercive and willing to learn it might just be the perfect role for you.
A good cox, with a good racing line and some great motivational calls for the crew, can make the difference between getting a bump or not. Coxing takes a lot more than just sitting in the boat and shouting however if you are confident, coercive and willing to learn it might just be the perfect role for you.
Coxswain Sophie Collis, enjoying a post-Summer-Eights swim
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Our 2023/24 Captain of Coxes basks in the glory of a bumps campaign well coxed
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In order to cox for any University club you need a coxing licence which you can obtain by attending a coxing registration meeting, two of which are held at the start of each term. If you are interested in getting involved with coxing, or if you have any questions, please email the current Captain of Coxes through [email protected]
Cox Guy Rudman celebrating a meteoric 2024 Summer Eights for the SABC M1
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Christ Church Regatta 2012
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