The Complete Guide to Mastering Coxing Leadership and Performance
Are You Ready to Elevate Your Coxing Skills to the Next Level?
Coxing isn’t just about steering straight and calling commands—it’s an intricate blend of leadership, psychology, technical knowledge, and split-second decision-making. Whether you’re a novice coxswain looking to build confidence or a seasoned competitor aiming for the podium, this is the ultimate guide to refining your craft.
From internationally competitive athlete and award-winning coxswain Guy Besley, this book delivers real-world strategies and insights that go beyond the basics to help you excel in the seat.
What You’ll Discover Inside
✅ Master the Essential Coxing Skills – From technical execution to building crew trust
✅ Elite-Level Race Day Strategies – Preparation, mental resilience, and in-race decision-making
✅ Motivating and Managing Different Crew Types – Juniors, Masters, Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Crews
✅ Proven Training Techniques – How to maximise every practice session for peak performance
✅ Course Navigation & Tactical Adaptation – Reading the race, adjusting to conditions, and executing the perfect sprint
✅ The Coxswain’s Role Beyond the Boat – Leadership, communication, and earning the respect of your crew and coaches
Why This Guide?
Written by an international age-group triathlete and multiple award-winning coxswain, Guy brings a unique perspective from both endurance sports and rowing. His approach blends athlete psychology, coaching insights, and real-world racing experience—giving you actionable steps to become the coxswain that crews trust and follow.
🏆 Winner of multiple Best Coxswain Awards at Hawthorn Rowing Club
🏆 Cox of the Course – Head of the Yarra Regatta (2023)
🏆 Silver Medallist – Australian Masters Rowing Championships
🏆 Two-Time Silver Medallist – Australian Supersprint Triathlon Championships
🏆 Australian Representative – Age Group Triathlon World Championships
Who Is This Book For?
🚣 New Coxswains – Build a solid foundation in steering, race calling, and crew communication
🚣 Experienced Coxswains – Refine your leadership, decision-making, and in-race execution
🚣 Rowers Transitioning to Coxing – Learn how to apply your rowing experience to the coxing seat
🚣 Coaches & Rowing Clubs – A must-have resource for training coxswains at any level
Take the Next Step in Your Coxing Journey – Own the Seat, Lead the Crew, Win the Race!
📖 Get Your Copy Now and Become the Coxswain Your Crew Needs!
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📚 Paperback Available on Amazon: amazon.com.au/dp/B0DV57BD1V
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