boating

Rowing in kayaks and canoes is a type of non-stop rowing on boats, kayaks or canoes. It is an Olympic species since 1936 (it was first presented at the 1924 Olympic Games as a representative species). In addition to the actual rowing and canoeing or sprint (from the English. Canoe sprint) there are many other disciplines using these types of boats. Of these, only rowing slalom is included in the Olympic program.

International competitions in rowing and canoeing are held under the auspices of the International Canoe Federation (ICF). In Russia, its representative is the All-Russian Federation of Kayaking and Canoeing (VFGBK).

Both men and women are engaged in rowing and canoeing. Recently, mixed sports, the so-called mix, will also be included in the program of international competitions.

There are boats for one participant – singles, two participants – deuces and four participants – fours.