Rowing in Cardiff

By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026

Cardiff is the heart of Welsh rowing, with clubs training on the River Taff and at Cardiff Bay Barrage. The city hosted international rowing events and produces athletes who compete at Welsh and British championship level. Cardiff's growing fitness scene means Concept2 ergs are widely available in gyms across the city, from the Bay to Cathays and beyond.

Rowing Clubs & Programs

Cardiff City Rowing Club

Based at Llandaff on the River Taff, Cardiff City RC offers competitive and recreational rowing for adults, with a strong masters section and learn-to-row programme.

Llandaff Rowing Club

A welcoming club on the River Taff catering to rowers of all levels, from beginners to competitive masters athletes.

Gyms with Concept2 Ergs

  • +CrossFit Cardiff -- a well-equipped affiliate with Concept2 rowers and functional fitness programming.
  • +The Gym Group Cardiff -- affordable gym with Concept2 RowErgs available for erg sessions.

HYROX & Functional Fitness

Cardiff's functional fitness scene is embracing HYROX, with CrossFit Cardiff and F45 studios incorporating the 1,000m row station into their programming. The city's Principality Stadium has hosted major fitness events, and local gyms offer HYROX-specific preparation classes.

Track Your Ergs in Cardiff

Whether you row at a club, a CrossFit box, or your home gym in Cardiff, Watta tracks every session. Snap your PM5 screen, get your Effort Score, and see how you compare on the leaderboard.

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