I have a hearing impairment is it safe for me to go out sculling?

A responsible coach will always need to assess the risk before agreeing on any activity. As long as they ensure you know the rules of the river and are aware of other water users the environment and conditions you and they should find that this is not of concern. If you are in any doubt, always ensure that you are supervised by a coach on the bank or in a launch that can warn of danger or by a fellow athlete in a boat alongside you.

Hearing loops are available and are set up so that a coach can relay information to you in the boat.