Build a community
Building a supportive community fosters inclusion, empowerment, collaboration.
Common training path!
Unified training enhances consistency, skill development, teamwork, motivation, and shared goals
Row together!
Rowing together strengthens teamwork, trust, communication, shared goals, and collective progress.
About us
Rowing against exclusion (RAEX) calls for gender-collaborative training
Also known as COED (CO-EDucation) approach to be adopted by gender-segregated teams, and suggests that where there is resistance to any integration, teams start with mixed physical workouts and progress to mixed sport-specific training and then mixed competitive training.
Arguing against ‘common sense’ notions of essentialist gender differences based on sex categorization, RAEX called for sporting prowess to be viewed as a continuum, highlighting that female athletes outperform male athletes in athletic accomplishments not limited to feminised acts such as grace and flexibility. Viewing sport as a continuum, rather than a gender binary or hierarchy, would show that men and women compete with overlapping performance outcomes and capabilities. This could also lead to greater gender integration in sport, particularly if competitive sport was organised through weight, size or age rather than by gender.
Train with Us: A Path to Coed Rowing
Thanks to the international collaboration of our coaches across Europe, RAEX offers a structured training approach designed to support mixed-gender (coed) crews—both for beginners and experienced rowers.
In this section, you’ll find a growing library of home workouts, gym sessions, ergometer (ERG) training, and on-water plans. These resources are tailored to help athletes develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and above all, team dynamics that are essential when rowing in mixed crews.
Whether you’re part of a club or training on your own, this is your starting point for embracing an inclusive, balanced, and sustainable training style.
Row together, grow together.
Home Beginner
A progressive 5-week bodyweight training plan designed for strength, flexibility, and balance—ideal for home use with minimal equipment.
Gym Training
A 5-week structured gym program with squats, rows, core work, and dynamic exercises to develop rowing-specific power and stability.
ERG training
Five weekly programs to build technique, endurance, coordination, and confidence on the rowing machine.
boat training
A 60-minute coed rowing session plan focused on rhythm, teamwork, and inclusive crew dynamics for mixed-gender beginners.
Measure your work
Our technical approach combines cutting-edge project management tools with expert support tailored to your needs. We provide real-time insights, performance tracking, and collaborative platforms to ensure seamless progress across all your tasks. Our team is always available to assist, guiding you through each step with personalized solutions.
Training program
A shared RAEX program unites coaches, athletes, and volunteers, boosting cohesion and performance.
Rowing camp
A rowing camp fosters teamwork, skill development, fitness, and connection with nature.
Digital tools
Digital tools, eLearning, and social media enhance collaboration, accessibility, and engagement in RAEX projects
Project chat
A chat between athletes and coaches in RAEX boosts communication, feedback, and team cohesion.
Our activties portfolio
RAEX blends training at home, in the gym, on the water, online, and offline. We exchange experiences across borders, enhancing skills, promoting health, and fostering inclusivity in rowing at all levels.
Got questions? Let’s chat!
We’ve launched a Telegram chat to share workouts and address questions. Managed by professional coaches, the chat provides real-time support and guidance to athletes involved in the project, ensuring their needs are met throughout their training journey.
How can you be part of our community
Join the RAEX Community: Rowing Against Exclusion
At RAEX, we believe in the power of inclusivity through sport, and we want YOU to be a part of our vibrant community!
Whether you’re part of a mixed crew or an individual rower, we invite you to share your story with us.
Tell us about the successes of your mixed crew, the challenges you’ve faced, and the valuable lessons you’ve learned. Your experiences can inspire others, and your advice might help someone overcome their own obstacles.
In our community, we celebrate diversity, teamwork, and unity.
By sharing your journey, you contribute to a supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to grow and succeed, no matter their background or identity.
Join us today—together, we’ll row against exclusion!
Our Team
Meet the driving force behind our success – a diverse team of passionate individuals united by a shared commitment to excellence.
Anna
Perini
Applicant & Coordinator
Business intelligence engineer, she is a sport club promoter of the project idea, connecting link between the partners, coordinating the network of italian sportclub.
roberta
Bedin
Technical Commitee
Roberta is a certified rowing coach (FIC Level 1, 2024) and multiple national champion. She competed internationally (World Championships, 2001), holds a degree in Organizational Sciences (2014), and coaches at Lega Navale Italiana Pomezia branch. (2014).
andrea
bertolissi
Communication Commitee
Design and develop enterprise application for large companies in different field (telco, oil, financial, ) using the suited programming languages and technology to address the real needs.In love with water sports, He loves the photography with which he documents the environments he visits.
francesco
noio
Technical Commitee
Francesco, graduated 3rd level Italian Rowing Federation, is a Italian sports coach, educator. His contributions to the Italian National Rowing Team (1998-2008) and roles within CONI Avellino have earned him honors, including the Bronze Olympic Rings (2002), Silver Olympic Rings (2004), and the Bronze Star for Sports Merit (2006)
gianbattista
martinoli
Technical Commitee
Graduated 1st level Italian Rowing Federation, he coordinates master groups on Lake Iseo. A former medal-winning athlete, he actively supports rowing courses for all ages and has competed in multiple long-distance regattas in mixed crews. He is also passionate about traveling.
Davide
rossi
Technical Commitee
Certified Personal Trainer with expertise in postural and functional training, co-owner of MD Studio in Bergamo. Experienced in guiding over 200 clients with diverse needs, applying advanced postural techniques to enhance strength, conditioning, and injury prevention for optimized performance.
Fabio
patrignani
Technical Commitee
Graduated 2nd level Italian Rowing Federation and 1st level International Coastal Rowing Coach (FISA), Director of Coastal Rowing Center FIC, Marche Region. Holds a Master’s in Economics and Business; expert in communication, territorial marketing, and local development policies. Advisor in web applications and web marketing.
Charlotte
Lindelöw-Marsden
Technical Commitee
Rowed and coached at Cambridge University 2002-2006, competing in the UK university nationals
Rowed for various Danish clubs 2006-2008, competing at Danish nationals
Returned to rowing in 2020, joining Malmö rowing club in Sweden. Competed in Swedish nationals the last two years.
President of Malmö rowing club 2021-present
Anna Rezija
Line
Communication Commitee
Competed for Latvia in the 2016 and 2017 European Rowing Junior Championships and 2017 World Rowing Junior Championship. Joined Malmö Rowing Club in 2023. Became coach and board member in 2024, leading a student beginner course in rowing, October/November 2024.
Rania
Matzoraki-salas
Technical Commitee
Rania, with two years in her role, skillfully navigates complex challenges, fosters accountability, and drives results while supporting team growth. As Treasurer of the Cyprus Rowing Federation, she holds degrees in Marketing and Computer Information Systems, is a Concept 2 Master Trainer, and organized the 2023 and 2024 International Beach Sprint Races.
Patra
Konstandinou
Communication Commitee
Patra is an accomplished office manager and digital marketing specialist, known for her efficiency in dynamic environments and data-driven strategies. With seven years of rowing experience, she serves as Secretary General of the Cyprus Rowing Association and was pivotal in organizing the 2023 and 2024 International Beach Sprint Races in Limassol.
Mary
Georgiopoulou
Event & camp manager
Mary has extensive hospitality experience from various hotel roles in Limassol, bringing valuable tourism insight to any team. An avid traveler and passionate rower, she’s competed in World and European Championships and contributed to organizing the 2023 and 2024 International Beach Sprint Races as athletes’ registration officer.
Maria
Hadjielia
Technical Commitee
Maria, a skilled rowing coach and former national team athlete, brings expertise in technique, endurance, and race strategy. She inspires excellence and camaraderie, leveraging analytics and personalized training. As federal coach for four years, she led athletes to world-level success, notably organizing Cyprus’s 2023-2024 International Beach Sprint Races.
Angela
Leonidou
Communication Commitee
Angela is a freelance photographer and skilled coastal rower, has represented Cyprus at World and European Championships. Since 2023, she’s been part of Cyprus’s national coastal rowing team and contributed as Press and PR Officer for Limassol’s 2023 and 2024 International Beach Sprint Races, enhancing the event’s visibility.
JOAKIM
AVGOUSTI
Technical Commitee
Rowing coach at Limassol Nautical Club, supporting World Rowing Tour. Team leader at children’s summer camp. Full-marathon runner, with interests in extreme sports and charity events. MSc in Management with Distinction from Henley Business School and BA in Economics from the University of Durham.
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