Can anyone join?
Anyone who has served or still serving their country in one of the Armed Forces; Regular or Reserve.
Joint membership is also extended to the husbands, wives and partners of our members.
What is the cost of membership?
We currently have a yearly single membership fee of £50 or Joint membership for £75.
How do I join? When can I row?
There are regular novice rower sessions currently being held. Please contact the Rowing Secretary by email, [email protected] for details.
Please provide your full name, address, Service and contact number.
What do I need to bring rowing with me?
Wear suitable clothing for the time of year.
Layers are good in any weather as they allow rowers to remove clothing once they are warmed up. Please note that padded jackets and beach robes are not recommended.
Wear suitable footwear, something that you don’t mind getting wet such as beach shoes, or trainers. You will get wet as you get into/ out of the gig boat.
Sunscreen, sunglasses and hats are advisable in hot, sunny weather.
Bring a bottle of water.
Grants, Funding and Donations
How was H4H Valiant named?
The H4H Valiant was built by a team from the Great Big Cornish Gig Project, run by the museum and core funded by the Armed Forces Community Covenant Grant scheme. Needing a name for the gig boat, The Great Big Cornish Gig Project launched a competition and out of over 50 entries submitted, the name ‘Valiant’ as chosen. The winning entry was from Suzanna Farrell Dell, she explained why she selected the name, “I chose it because of its meaning- possessing or showing courage or determination. That’s how I see military veterans.”
Here at EPIC GIGability we rely heavily on grant funding and donations to operate our club for current and former Military personnel.
Fundraiser by Lesley Garside : EPIC GIGability Fundraiser (gofundme.com)
Who designed the Epic Logo?
Chris Shipway- In 2020 a Level 3 Art and Design student from The Cornwall College Group’s, Cambourne Campus designed the logo which is now widely used.