“Duncan has been a hugely valuable member of our team and crucial to prepare both ourselves and our boat for an ocean row. He has extensive experience and huge commitment to his teams (his support even continued during his row around Britain). Duncan’s approach of adapting his training to the aims and experience of his teams combined with a good sense of humour made our sessions with him very fun and effective!”

“Not only is ‘Coach’ a true gent, he is one of the most professional and experienced ocean rowing figures in the global community. For any individual or team looking to do an ocean row, we couldn’t recommend Duncan more highly. His experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to teach is invaluable. At every point, he has exceeded expectation – we couldn’t have asked for more! During what has been a very tough 6 months through Covid, he has kept us motivated and inspired. We can’t thank him enough. ‘Sending…!’ ”

“Duncan is without doubt, great at what he does. His experience and knowledge of rowing on a Concept2 and on Oceans is second to none – his World Records on both water and dry land back up these credentials. During our time with Duncan the team’s technique, strength and endurance have improved massively and he has taken us – in a very short period - from complete novices to skilled operators of an Ocean rowing boat. ”

“Duncan has been an integral part of our team, right the way through to the race start. The knowledge and experience he was able to bring to our campaign not only made us a stronger, more competitive team, but also a better, safer team. He’s a brilliant coach and an essential component to anyone considering an ocean row.”

“Duncan’s breadth of knowledge and ocean rowing experience has helped equip us with the skills we need to be safe and successful on the ocean. His attention to detail means that no stone has been left unturned. Three words to best describe him? Reliable, approachable, and committed.
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“Just awesome is how I’d describe Duncan’s training! He pulled together an amazing training package at very short notice and delivered on every element I requested. Not only that but I asked to be stress tested on my knowledge, skill and preparation for the TWAC 2020 race and boy did he put me through my paces! Not only that but his follow up service and his boundless enthusiasm to help is exceptional. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”

“Duncan is a brilliant coach with a wealth of coaching and ocean experience. Having rowed across the Atlantic twice he is in a great position to advise other crews on what (and what not) to do. He is also in a fantastic position to advise crews with their coastal training having rowed around almost the entire UK. Duncan ran me through all my boat systems, how to use the chart plotter, how to safely move around the boat, assessed my rowing technique, gave me plenty of little tips and tricks and has helped me with planning further training rows. He is laid back, has a great way of explaining things and is a very patient instructor – If you are rowing an ocean, you want him supporting you. I can’t recommend him enough!”

“As a coach myself I’ve always been amazed at Duncan’s very unique ability to deconstruct someone’s rowing technique, seamanship skills, strengths and weaknesses and then tailor a training program specific to their individuality! The best example of this was the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2019 when he had to tweak, tailor, chop and change his coaching methods based on the individual needs of the rowers he was coaching.”

“His experience was invaluable and allowed us to quickly learn how to row more efficiently, live on the boat and stay safe at sea.”

“An invaluable experience and I feel privileged to have had someone with so much experience give up their time to share with me. Absolutely priceless. I can’t thank you enough Duncan.”

“Duncan took us out prior to competing in TWAC 2019 and showed us some great tips to keep us safe and get us rowing efficiently. Duncan is one of the very few ocean rowing coaches out there with a wealth of experience built up from his many miles on the oars from previous crossings. He’s also one of the nicest guys going so we couldn’t recommend him enough. ”

“It was invaluable spending some time with Duncan both on and off the water. He was able to easily communicate and demonstrate a wealth of ocean rowing knowledge relating to both performance and safety in a way that was easy to interpret and very practical. We are indebted to Dunc for his first class coaching.”

“The Ancient Mariners have enjoyed outstanding ocean rowing coaching from Duncan in advance of their 2019 trans-Atlantic challenge. Duncan is an excellent coach who is at the very top of his game. We have all benefitted enormously from his fantastic advice delivered in a highly professional yet relaxed style.”

“Having Duncan as part of the team was invaluable, his previous experience and knowledge meant we could react to ever changing sea conditions instantly. Whether you’re in it to win it or just want to enjoy the crossing, Duncan’s passion for ocean rowing will get you there.”

“Duncan is a hugely-experienced, super-knowledgeable specialist in ocean rowing who’s services are crucial to anyone embarking on the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic challenge or the Great Pacific Race. Bring him on early and you’ll be the best prepared you can be for these huge life goals!
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“Duncan’s Journey - From receiving a career ending injury whilst serving in the British Army, he learned and found his passion for rowing, competing and winning the Army Championships, then going on to row across the Atlantic twice is truly motivating and inspirational.
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“Duncan is a motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic ‘people person’ who I have had the pleasure of working with on a number of different projects.”

“Duncan is an extremely likeable young man who approaches everything he does cheerfully with great passion and interest. It has been one of my great pleasures to train him to be an outstanding surveyor and to have maintained contact with him throughout his continued career.”