Bermuda Pilot Gig Club

Our Bermuda crew is ready to row!

The countdown begins… are you ready for GRR 2025?

We hope you can join us to celebrate this legend with his family and friends this Sunday at East End Mini Yacht Club.

Gig rowing community mourns passing of Maurice Johnson The gig rowing community will come together for a memorial service at East End Mini Yacht Club on Sunday to remember Maurice Johnson, who died this year at the age of 79. A founder of the Bermuda Pilo...

We look forward to participating in this annual service and hope to see a few of you at EEMYC.

UPDATE - the service will take place at St Peter’s Church.
A Commemorative Service on the anniversary of the death of King’s Pilot James “Jemmy” Darrell will take place at St. Peter's Churchyard at 5 pm on Saturday, April 12th, 2025. The Bermuda Branch Pilots, TS Admiral Somers Sea Cadet Corps and Pilot Darrell descendents will be in attendance. Following the service there will be Bermuda Pilot Gig Club rowing exhibition at East End Mini Yacht Club. All are welcome.

What a phenomenal week it's been in Bermuda!

We have so much gratitude for all our visiting rowers (many repeat and many newcomers), our local rowers (of whom we are so proud), and our volunteers who make this event a success!

Our Bda International Gig (BIG) Regatta wouldn't be possible without any of you!

Bermuda International Gig Regatta Concluded - Bernews The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club’s fourth International Gig Regatta concluded, with approximately 70 visiting rowers taking part in the event alongside local rowers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club [BPGC] proudly hosted its fourth Bermuda International Regatta, an event that brought t...

Our very own Maurice Keith Johnson gives a tutorial on rowing techniques in the training jig he designed to help build the confidence of new rowers before they step into a pilot gig on the water.

The image was captured at yesterday's Celebrating Wellness event coordinated by the Bermuda Government Department of Health (Photographs by Akil Simmons).

Thanks for having us at the event, and to all of our rowing family who volunteered to share pilot gig rowing with the community (Hattie Armstrong & crew).

Comment below and share with us, "Why do you row?"

We are looking forward to participating in this event - come join us SUNDAY, Sept 29th for fun, fitness, and health – all FREE!
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We'll be offering "taster" rows, come see us near the flagpole to find out more about Bermuda's history of gig rowing and to try it out for yourself! Rowing offers many health benefits to all levels of fitness; whether you are looking to de-stress or get in a good workout.
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Don’t be afraid if you’ve never rowed before, we are happy to get you started.
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🌟 **Join Us for Wellness Week 2024!** 🌟

The Bermuda Government Department of Health is thrilled to invite all families to **Wellness Week**, happening from **September 15th to September 29nd**! 🎉 This is your chance to come together for a week full of fun, fitness, and health – all FREE! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy a range of exciting activities that will keep you entertained and help you embrace a healthier lifestyle.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

🎶 **Entertainment & Live Performances**
🍲 **Food Demonstrations**
🚣‍♂️ **Gig Rowing**
💃 **Salsa Dancing Demonstration**
🪀 **Jump Rope Demonstration**
🥊 **Boxing Demonstrations**
🪑 **Chair Exercise Demonstration**
🕺 **Dance Performances**

Fun for All Ages!
🎯 **Giant Slide**
💥 **Gel Blaster Fun**
🎈 **Bouncy House**
🎨 **Henna Art Tattoos by SunKissed**
🔠 **Giant Tumbling Tower**
🎡 **Wheel of Wellness – Spin to Win Prizes**
🏐 **Volley Pong**
🔄 **3-D Twister**
⚽ **Football Darts**

🎁 **Prizes, Giveaways & Free Raffles** 🎁
On entry, you’ll be entered into a FREE raffle for a chance to win a **$200 grocery voucher** and other fantastic prizes! 🎉

🩺 **Health Screenings**
🔖 **Information Booths**

It’s an event packed with **fun, wellness tips, fitness demos**, and so much more – all in celebration of a healthier, happier Bermuda!

📅 **Mark your calendars** and don’t miss out on this incredible week!
Let’s celebrate wellness together! 💚

This weekend saw many hit the waves for a maritime adventure for a good cause! Aptly named, Kayak 4 Kids, we giggers couldn't let the kayakers and paddleboarders have all the fun.

The annual event is designed to raise money for a child sexual abuse prevention charity, Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS].

There is still time to support the efforts of all involved by donating what you can - https://www.kayak4kids.bm/

Injury Prevention for Gig Rowers There are many benefits to gig rowing. It is a great activity for improving cardiovascular fitness, building core balance, developing muscle strength and much more. The nature of the sport makes it…

For anyone interested in rowing this year - speak to your location captains now and start getting those miles in!

NEW EVENT DATE FOR 2024! The Convex End-to-End returns on April 27th, 2024 – marking 37 incredible years of fitness, fun, and fundraising for a cause that truly matters.

Join us for an event that started as a friendly challenge among friends, blossoming into a community-wide celebration of health and goodwill. Whether you walk, ride, or row, every step contributes to the legacy of the ETE Charity Trust. Get ready for a day of great fun for a good cause!