Rowing in Exeter

By the Watta Team · Updated March 2026

Exeter's rowing community is centred on the River Exe and the historic Exeter Canal, where clubs have been racing for over a century. The University of Exeter brings fresh energy to the city's rowing scene, and local gyms and CrossFit boxes provide Concept2 erg access for indoor training throughout the year.

Rowing Clubs & Programs

Exeter Rowing Club

One of Devon's leading rowing clubs, based on the Exe estuary. Offers competitive and recreational rowing for juniors, seniors, and masters, with regular learn-to-row courses.

University of Exeter Boat Club

A large university boat club competing at BUCS level, training on the Exe and welcoming students from complete beginners to experienced rowers.

Gyms with Concept2 Ergs

  • +University of Exeter Sports Park -- features Concept2 RowErgs in the fitness suite, available to students and community members.
  • +CrossFit Exe in Marsh Barton -- a well-equipped affiliate with Concept2 rowers and rowing-focused programming.

HYROX & Functional Fitness

Exeter athletes travel to Bristol or London for HYROX events. Locally, CrossFit Exe, PureGym Exeter, and various functional fitness studios offer HYROX-prep training with erg rowing as a core component.

Track Your Ergs in Exeter

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

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