At the Decinishviron, the passion of theavironIncarnates as in a large family: every rower, whether he starts or already has experience, integrates naturally, whether on the water or around the changing rooms. Here everyone shares the same pleasure of improving together and living the collective spirit. If, until then, the image of a somewhat closed club kept you, know that in our home, the doors remain wide open – no matter age or level, only the curiosity to try and the desire to share true values, infused by a team of accessible and passionate coaches. Between user-friendliness, varied activities, regular internships,open doorsand attentive support all year round, the club makes sports practice simple and accessible to all, to a train jet from Lyon and its metropolis.
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Discover the Decinishviron: a club accessible to all
If you are looking for an association where everyone can really take their place near Lyon, the Decinois Aviron ticks all the boxes. No need to have already rowed: you can start without knowing the technique and come out with a smile... and some solid foundations. It's not uncommon to hear new exclaimers "I've never played sports," before you see, over the weeks, that the pleasure of moving forward together quickly takes over. A coachess confided that one of the most beautiful moments of cohesion often arises during these first attempts, a little hesitant, but always warm.
The spirit of inclusion is part of the club's DNA: at 14 as at 50, whether your goal is to resume an activity or to taste the competition, everyone moves side by side. Its premises, located at52 rue de la fraternité à Décines-Charpieu, enjoys an ideal location – fifteen minutes from Lyon, directly on the channel of Jonage. Theopen doors on Saturdays 6 & 13 September from 2pm to 5pm, are a real opportunity to feel the dynamism of the club, to discover the material and to really chat with members and coaches. Many leave with a smile... and, quite often, the memory of a first experience on the famous "caving room"!
Interesting detail: Initiation sessions are possible all year round, no need to wait until September to try the rowing. This is what is wrong with the idea of an "elitist" or "only sporty" sport – here, it is above all the envy that makes the difference.
An open club on all profiles
No conditions fixed at the Aviron Décinois: the reception is designed for both timid beginners and seniors, students, parents, or those in recovery after a break (even with a disability). TheHealth/Handi sectionbenefits from a sharp and humane framework, with equipment adapted to each situation. The accompaniment starts on arrival with each new member being guided by the team and supported during the first boats. Moreover, someone recently said that he had regained confidence thanks to the attention given to the edge of the water: mutual aid is, here, almost a second nature.
A question comes up: "Will I be lost in the first session?" Honestly, everyone is groping at the beginning, and it gives rise to good laughter – that's exactly what is helping the group, according to several members met during an open door.
Why choose Decines? Accessibility and atmosphere
One might imagine that it is necessary to reside near the water in order to have access to the club, but the reality is much simpler: between tram T3, several bus lines, the nearby ring road and easy parking, reaching Décines is simple, even from the central districts or the outskirts of Lyon. The trainings are calibrated to suit each one's rhythms – morning, evening, weekend, there is always an opportunity to integrate a niche on the agenda – a flexibility that flies with active families.
Some of the people cross-trained even came from Vaulx-en-Velin or Villeurbanne: their common point? Surprised to be able to practice an outdoor sport less than twenty minutes from Part God. And we can bet that, when we tasted the mornings on the Grand Large, it becomes complicated to resume the routine of a closed room! Moreover, a sports educator often points out that this contact with nature is an unusual asset in the metropolis.
Good to know
I recommend that you take advantage of the easy access to the club from Lyon through public transport and parking, which allows you to practice rowing without geographical constraint.
Our activities : leisure, competition, health, business
Everyone has the opportunity to evolve in the world that corresponds to him: discovery, technical development, leisure without pressure, quest for performance, sport-health or business sessions. This variety of offers allows, even without objective defined at the beginning, to test and explore several ways according to his desires or needs of the moment. It is not uncommon for members to discover an unexpected passion after a simple initiation.
For the beginning of 2025, the club already recorded more than80 members active in leisure, a competition team that regularly engages boats in championships, and a dynamic health increasingly alive. Companies and school groups benefit from tailor-made formulas for each audience.
Leisure section: fun and progress at all ages
It is the club's nerve centre: the leisure section revolves around relaxation, the pleasure of sailing, and anecdotes shared in the changing room, sometimes revived after the effort. The sessions are carried out in groups, according to the desires or affinities of the moment, with a rhythm of progression respected for each. After initiation, the rise in skills is done without abruptly (and it is not uncommon to get "titled" gently by the old ones of the row !).
Some key points to identify:
- ✅ Opening from 14 years old, without age limit – a real speciality
- ✅ Active care for newcomers, to reassure everyone
- ✅ All essential equipment is available:vests, aviron, vessels, modern changing rooms
- ✅ Navigation on the Grand Large or on the channel of Jonage, nature within reach Lyon
Don't be surprised if, on the first exit, you surprise yourself to say "already?" by touching the ground: the parenthesis on the water passes at all speed.
Competition section: emulation at the service of the collective
At Decines, the search for results remains first a group story. The competition team distinguished itself with several medals, includingbronze and silver in France sprint in June 2025. The training sessions are designed to accompany each progression, while maintaining cohesion. Some athletes are progressing fast, but team spirit remains central.
For the anecdote, during an intensive internship, a senior took the stand at 55: he did not suspect the intensity or the atmosphere... Five months later, he finished his first double regatta. This path is relatively often found in many members: there is a tradition in the club of first exploits that bind the ranks.
Health, Handi and AviFit sections: sport for all, wellness included
Adapted rowing is an integral part of the club's life: the "health" sessions are supervised by DEJEPS graduates, with material and support tailored to each profile, to limit risks and build confidence. Space also integratesAviFit, a fitness practice on ergometer indoors, ideal to (re)move your body gradually, in an atmosphere that is always relaxed and smiling.
It is often found that a soft, safe and well-structured activity quickly restores a taste for exercise. Moreover, as several professionals in the sector recall, what is the strength of the health centre here is this motto: "We row, we amuse, we advance... without putting pressure on ourselves. "
Good to know
I advise you not to hesitate to test the sessions health and AviFit if you want a soft and secure physical activity, perfectly adapted to your pace.
Coaching: graduate coaches and friendly atmosphere
From the reception, benevolence marks the minds. Forget the cliché of an anonymous structure: here, three trained coaches (DEJEPS) share their expertise, surrounded by about ten volunteers – former competitors or young people invested. Thus, it creates a climate where, even during the first session, everyone easily finds an attentive ear (and often, some relevant tips around a coffee!).
A team committed to each member
It is the singularity of the club: the quality of coaching, combined with the ability to adapt, makes the reputation of Decines. Coaches make sure to adjust the sessions according to each person's needs: from technique to morale, to safety. Many testimonies quote the famous formula: "I would never have started without this reassuring landmark".
Little anecdote: Last year, my son Lucas (14 years old) hesitated to try the competition experience. After a few group sessions, he found his rhythm and, above all, the pleasure of the group. It seems that one of the forces of supervision remains listening: one composes with the desires, the form of the day and the time each has. Several sports educators also point out that it is this "soft and human framework" that really keeps members.
| Number of coaches | Diplomas |
|---|---|
| 3 | DEJEPS |
Associative and collective atmosphere
The word "conviviality" is not gallved: it is embodied in each ritual, from after-training meetings to shared meals, to nature outings and regattas. The new ones, quickly, find their marks around a café or thanks to a joke launched on the pontoon. (Sometimes these transition moments create the club's most beautiful memories!)
The emulation is spontaneous: no one is left out, and even the most reserved participate in their first collective adventure from the month of registration. Finally, who never thought, "Go now, I'm trying to row a little harder!"?
Test the row: open doors, free internships and initiations
Are you dreaming of testing without commitment? The Deninian Environment is firmly committed to the life-size test:Open doors, scheduled for Saturdays 6 & 13 September from 2pm to 5pm, allow you to immerse yourself in the life of the club and try your first rowing in a relaxed atmosphere. And if the timing doesn't add up, you can ask for an open session at any time of the year.
Discover for free or register: instructions for use
The procedure is simple and effective: a call (06 85 43 07 79or06 85 43 05 86), reception at the club or a form to be completed on the siteavirondecinois.fr, and the trick is played : a test on the water or in the room awaits you. The first tests are always free and without commitment, including explanations about the equipment and safety briefing, supervised by the coaches.
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Many people land "just to see" before leaving conquered: it seems that the hardest part is not to come back... One might ask: is this not the best proof that the atmosphere makes a difference?
Summer courses and collective events
During the summer, adults, young people and families find the opportunity to gauge the spirit of the club both during internships, hikes or multi-activity days designed for the collective rather than performance. (We've seen parent-child groups spontaneously train their own crews!)
Little story: Last summer, a parent-child team joined together during an internship: listening, comfort, frank fun – until daring to change the sneakers for palms, the time of a game on the water. In practice, this is what some members describe as "life at the club in all its simplicity".
Practical information: schedules, prices, equipment and contact
No bad administrative surprises: schedules, rates and terms are clearly displayed, and every newcomer receives all the useful explanations. With respect to equipment, everything is provided (only the personal sport outfit remains to be expected):aviron, boats, vests, indoor rowers, fitness room, secure lockers... we are far from the simple "ready equipment".
The slots cover the whole week, including weekends, with a real adaptation for each type of membership: leisure, health, competition, company or AviFit sessions. The rates remain affordable and adjusted according to the profile: student, adult, family, company, everyone can find themselves there.
| Practical element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 52 rue de la fraternité 69150 Décines-Charpieu |
| Contact telephone | 06 85 43 07 79 / 06 85 43 05 86 |
| Open door | Saturdays 6 & 13 Sept. 2-5 p.m. |
| Equipment provided | Boats, oars, vests, ergometer, muscu room |
| Rates | Variables according to profile (adult, young, family, business) |
Detailed information (times, full rates, etc.) can be consulted or downloaded from the club's official website. This facilitates comparison with other clubs in the Lyon region, a suggestion sometimes made by professionals to choose transparently.
Frequently asked questions and testimonies
Everyone naturally asks questions by discovering the rowing. Here are some answers that should dispel the main hesitations, also arising from the experience of the members.
Practical and reassuring FAQ
"Does he have to know how to swim?" Yes, but a buoyancy test is enough. "How old to start?" From 14 years old, without ceiling for leisure or health. "Is the material provided?" Certainly, except for the sport outfit. "How to come?" Tram, bus, car: the connection is direct from Lyon and surroundings. "What activities?" Leisure, competition, health, mandi, companies and sessions AviFit indoor – a wide and scalable palette.
Note for all:
- ✅ Possible initiations all year round, without any commitment
- ✅ Customised supervision according to the level or situation of each person
- ✅ Really associative atmosphere – we come for the sport, but we stay for the team
A detail that comes back with a smile in many testimonials: the famous "coffee on the pontoon" often prevails over the taste of time. That sums up the mind of the dead!
Testimonials and results: the real life of the club
Emma, 11, "At first, I was afraid of falling into the water. Now, it's me waiting for Saturday's release!" Julien, an adult in recovery: "I've recovered the shape without feeling judged. The AviFit allowed to start slowly." Competition team: "Bronze and silver medals in France sprint – but the most beautiful is to have formed a real band. "
To get a more concrete idea of the atmosphere, nothing like going through an open door or getting in touch via the website form. The team is waiting for you to share these moments on the water that often remain engraved in memory!
Updated on 21 March 2026
