MOVE. EXPERIENCE. SHARE. PERFORM. ENJOY.
The G/Rowing experience brings rowing to life. Through a week on the water, together with us in the boat, and with video analysis on land, we help you refine your technique, find your flow, and move with the boat. Between sessions, there’s time to slow down. A quiet spot by the lake becomes a place to breathe, reflect, and simply be present. We share our athlete mindset and the tools that shape our daily lives, on and off the water.
The G/Rowing Experience is for
Novice and experienced masters, club and recreational rowers who want to improve their technique, prepare racing or simply experience the joy of being on the water
Requirements
To join the camp, you should have
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At least one year of rowing experience
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Experience in small boats (smaller than an 8+)
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Confident boat-handling skills
Please contact us if you feel unsure.
On the water
Insights into Our Olympic Mindset
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Sharing our personal journeys and experiences
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Collective reflection on the highs and lows of our professional athletic careers
Well-Being & Performance Sessions
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Tools for balancing physical and mental health
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Movement, mobility, recovery and guided meditation
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Strategies for performing under pressure in rowing and in life
Rowing Sessions (Sculling)
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Row in the boat with Olympians
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Two sessions per day
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Individualized program (technical focus, drills, fitness)
Technical Input & Video Analysis
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Personalized technical coaching from Olympic athletes
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Video analysis focusing on how your anatomy shapes your movement
Off the water
All you need to know
Price
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Single room: 3,580 CHF
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Double room: 3,160 CHF
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The price includes: Full board & accommodation, equipment rental, organized group transfer to & from Lisbon airport and coaching
Dates
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April 12 – 18, 2026
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September 27 – October 3, 2026
Arrival on Sunday evening, departure on Saturday morning. On the water Monday through Friday.
Registration Deadlines
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Registration deadline for April Camp : February 28, 2026
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Registration deadline for October Camp : July 31, 2026
Our team
Our Olympic journey brought us together over 10 years ago. The friendships forged in the boat have grown into a strong bond beyond rowing, and together we’re excited to share our knowledge and passion. The combination of creative freedom and structured precision, calm strength and passionate energy, as well as professionalism and playful ease, is what makes us unique.
-Jeannine, Frédérique und Patricia-
2x Olympic Finalist
Former World & European Champion, Overall World Cup Winner
Lifecoach
Entrepreneur
Athletes Representative Executive Board, Swiss Olympic
Driven, Intuitive, Visionary
Patricia Merz
Olympian (7th)
15 years on the national team
Medals at World Cups & European Championships
Entrepreneur
Master in Elite Sports
Bachelor in Sport Science & Economy
Creative, Ambitious, Enthusiastic
Frédérique Rol
Olympian (7th)
15 years on the national team
Medals at World Cups & European Championships
Entrepreneur
Master in Business Administration
Bachelor in Communication
Certified in Mental Preparation
Passionate, Perceptive, Dedicated
The G/Rowing Experience is a collaborative project between Jeannine Gmelin (The Growth Concept GmbH) & Meromind GmbH.
The location
The Hotel Herdade da Cortesia, located about two hours east of Lisbon, offers an exceptional setting for our camp. A calm, flat lake surrounded by beautiful scenery, dedicated rowing lanes, and plenty of open water create an ideal environment to explore your rowing. The on-site gym has everything you need to discover movement on land. Beyond your time on the water, the hotel is a place to unwind and enjoy the moment: delicious meals, breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, peaceful corners to relax, a refreshing pool, and cozy fireplaces that invite you to slow down.
A home away from home for training camps during our athletic careers, this location is full of memories for us. We’re excited to share it with you!
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