Rowing & Para
Para-Rower & Coach at Two Mile Gate Pontoon
Coach kneeling on the low-freeboard pontoon stabilising a single scull with WinTech outrigger pontoons as the para-rower prepares to push off into Lough Derg.
Visual Tour · 36 Club Photographs
Club Photo Gallery
A visual record of our para scullers, barrier-free Two Mile Gate facilities, eco-powered safety launches, and the beautiful waters of Lough Derg.
Rowing & Para
Para Sculler in Single Shell
Close-up portrait of a para-rower sculling on calm water in a white racing shell fitted with stabilizing outrigger floats.
Rowing & Para
Sculler with Silent Safety Launch Escort
A single sculler rowing across open lake water with the blue electric safety launch and coach alongside.
Rowing & Para
Two Scullers Training on Lough Derg
Two single sculls training in tandem on Lough Derg accompanied by the coach in the electric safety launch.
Rowing & Para
Sculler Turning on Lough Derg
Para-rower executing a turn in calm water with County Clare green hills rising in the distance.
Rowing & Para
Stroke Catch Preparation
Para-sculler at the catch position on Lough Derg with stabilising floats level on the water surface.
Rowing & Para
Steady State Training on the Lake
Rower sculling past buoys during a structured morning training session on Lough Derg.
Rowing & Para
WinTech Pontoon Outrigger Setup
Detail of the WinTech stabilising pontoon float bolted securely to the rigger arm to prevent capsize.
Rowing & Para
Rower Drive Phase Action Shot
Rower driving through the stroke with Concept2 sculling oars on flat lake water.
Rowing & Para
Para Rower Finishing the Piece
Sculler at the extraction finish phase of the rowing stroke with pontoon floats gliding smoothly.
Facilities & Pontoon
Assisted Seated Transfer on Low-Freeboard Pontoon
Two shore support crew assisting a rower during a seated pivot transfer into a para rowing shell on the floating pontoon dock.
Facilities & Pontoon
Accessible Ramp & Dock into Lough Derg
Wide wheelchair-navigable metal ramp leading to the floating dock and pontoon on calm, misty lake water.
Facilities & Pontoon
Two Mile Gate Shore Pavilion & Parkland
Modern concrete amenities pavilion nestled amongst autumn trees with level asphalt path leading to the water.
Facilities & Pontoon
YachtBeach Low-Freeboard Floating Platform
High-traction YachtBeach floating pontoon dock sitting flush with water level for easy boat access.
Facilities & Pontoon
Heated Changing Rooms & Restrooms
Sheltered concrete veranda with tiled changing rooms and accessible restrooms at Ballycuggeran.
Facilities & Pontoon
Outdoor Showers & Rinsing Stations
Stainless steel outdoor rinse showers along the concrete facade of the Two Mile Gate pavilion.
Facilities & Pontoon
Marina Slipway & Floating Landing Stage
Panoramic perspective from the accessible ramp looking out across the training bay on Lough Derg.
Green Fleet & Ecology
ePropulsion Spirit 2 Electric Outboard Motor
ePropulsion Spirit 2 electric outboard mounted on the blue coaching catamaran launch moving silently beside a sculler.
Green Fleet & Ecology
Lough Derg Freshwater Reedbeds
Pristine shoreline reeds and clear freshwater near Ballycuggeran supporting local birdlife.
Green Fleet & Ecology
Calm Water Sanctuary at Two Mile Gate
Tranquil bay sheltered by rolling green Clare hills, providing ideal calm water conditions for para rowing.
Green Fleet & Ecology
Shoreline Landscape & Nature Reserve
Verdant hillside and shoreline tree canopy around Two Mile Gate protected by zero-emission boating.
Community & Coaching
Coach Brice Coaching from Electric Launch
Coach Brice in the blue Kat Sport launch using a megaphone to provide verbal feedback to athletes on the lake.
Community & Coaching
Grey Herons Flying Over Lough Derg
Two wild grey herons taking flight across the lake waters with Clare rolling hills and rowers in the distance.
Community & Coaching
Morning Sun on the Marina Dock
Low golden autumn morning light illuminating the low-freeboard pontoon and calm waters of Two Mile Gate.
Community & Coaching
Lake Water Reflections
Crystal clear rippling water reflecting sunlight beside the boat launch area.
Community & Coaching
Ballycuggeran Park Landscape
Lush green grassy lawns of Ballycuggeran amenity park with trees and clear view toward Lough Derg.
Community & Coaching
Coaching Launch Rigging
Blue inflatable catamaran safety launch moored ready for athlete support.
Community & Coaching
Safe Mooring & Equipment Staging
Safety launch and equipment staged at the pontoon prior to weekend morning para rowing sessions.
Community & Coaching
Electric Motor Controls & Tiller
Digital display and throttle tiller of the ePropulsion electric coaching launch motor.
Community & Coaching
Lake Bay Perspective from Launch
View looking back toward the boathouse pontoon from the electric coaching launch on the water.
Community & Coaching
Clean Electric Wake on Lough Derg
Zero-emission smooth wake created by the electric outboard launch with no fuel exhaust or smell.
Community & Coaching
Shore Crew Equipment Checks
Volunteers and coaches inspecting riggers, seats, and pontoons in the staging area.
Community & Coaching
Dock Preparation at Two Mile Gate
Rowing shell held firmly at the landing platform ready for athlete boarding.
Community & Coaching
Low Freeboard Platform Stability
High-stability pontoon edge floating right against the hull of the sculling boat.
Community & Coaching
Athlete & Shore Crew Interaction
Para-rower and shore crew discussing rigging adjustments and footwear release setup.
Community & Coaching
Ready for Clear Water Launch
Para sculler seated comfortably with oars positioned flat and pontoons locked, ready to row.