Category: Who we are
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Quando si pensa a ROWACT, la prima immagine che viene in mente è quella di una barca sul lago, remi che entrano in acqua tutti insieme, un equipaggio che trova il proprio ritmo. Ma il progetto non vive solo nelle uscite in acqua: vive anche, ogni giorno, in una chat. Da tempo esiste un gruppo…
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The Slovenian coast recently buzzed with athletic energy as the 32nd International Portorož Regatta took place on May 3, 2026. The event was a true celebration of water sports, drawing local crowds and receiving widespread coverage from key coastal media outlets like OBALAplus and Regional Obala. For those following the ROWACT (Rowing and Wellness through…
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When asked about her experience on the training course, Branca’s answer is clear: she is happy. Happy with the content, happy with the conversations, and happy with the shift in perspective she has witnessed — including among the male participants, who have begun to reflect more deeply on women’s experiences in sport and to approach…
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After the training course in Porto, our participants reunited on the dock to share stories, reflections, and a very special homemade cake. Here’s what they brought home — beyond new rowing skills. Veslaški klub Piran’s rowers reflect on their Porto experience Some experiences take a little time to fully sink in. And sometimes, the best…
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A recreational rower, a Rowing4Fun ASD volunteer, and now a ROWACT ambassador — Angela has been on the water for years. We sat down with her to talk about Porto, community, and what rowing really gives you when you stop counting the kilometres. There are rowers who chase records, and then there are rowers like…
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In March 2025, the Row Act project brought together women over 50 from across Europe for an intensive training experience in Porto — combining physical activity, scientific research, and human connection. 🚣♀️ Row Act · Project Update In March 2025, the city of Porto hosted one of the central activities of the Row Act Erasmus+ Sport project:…
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On Lake Iseo, thirty women take to the water to celebrate International Women’s Day — and raise their oars for cancer research. There is something deeply powerful about women rowing together at dawn on a still mountain lake — blades catching the light, voices echoing off the water. On March 8th, that power will have…
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ROWACT is all about rowing and wellbeing—training together, staying active, and building stronger social connections through sport. And like any good boat, it works best when everyone pulls in the same direction. RowAct We started with two focused kick-off sessions To set the project up properly, our Communication Team and Technical Team met in separate…
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Rowing is one of those sports that meets you exactly where you are. If you’re a beginner, it teaches you the basics—balance, rhythm, and confidence. If you’re experienced, it keeps challenging you—refining technique, building endurance, and sharpening focus. The best part? You don’t need to be “in perfect shape” to start. You just need the…