Catch Connection Week

Exercise for increasing catch speed

In this video, John Driessen runs through the process he uses to rig a boat. John’s quad set a world’s best time at the Beijing Olympics.

How to build confidence and trust in your catch

In this video, we discuss how you can improve your confidence, connection, and boat speed by thinking differently about the catch.

It’s essential to understand what the blade is doing as it enters the water. This understanding allows you to improve your placement by knowing what movements to do and when.

How to eliminate anxiety and hesitation at the catch

Stress and anxiety are often associated with the catch for rowers, an area many athletes struggle with. However, in this video, Mel describes how she has removed her anxiety and improved her catch through drills and practice.

How to measure and improve your catch slope and catch duration

In this video, Ken takes us through what catch slope and catch duration are, how they can be measured, and why they are crucial.