On Sunday 7 August, the London Otters partnered with trans adult charity, Not a Phase, to run a ‘Welcome to Rowing’ day. Not a Phase run a fitness and activities programme which is set up to encourage trans people into fitness sports and activities that they would usual face barriers with.

LORC co-founder Ralphie, who led the day, was really impressed with what was achieved in such a short space of time.

Participants felt the same way, stating: "It was such a joy today, we loved it!! Thanks so much for having us, [we] would LOVE to come back at some point soon. You and your team couldn't have been kinder."

A big thank you indeed to Ralphie, Alex J., Kate, Deon, and all those involved in setting this up.

You can find out more about Not a phase on their website:
Not a phase - Support trans lives