Strength and Fitness
To be good at Dragon Boating, it requires a certain level of endurance, aerobic fitness as well as strength. It’s a whole body workout - your legs are the anchor while the muscles in your arms, shoulders and back are used to cut through the water. Whether you're looking for a more social activity, or have a competitive streak, this sport is excellent for either end of the spectrum.
To be good at Dragon Boating, it requires a certain level of endurance, aerobic fitness as well as strength. It’s a whole body workout - your legs are the anchor while the muscles in your arms, shoulders and back are used to cut through the water. Whether you're looking for a more social activity, or have a competitive streak, this sport is excellent for either end of the spectrum.
Tradition
Dragon boating originated thousands of years ago, it is believed to have origins tracing back 2,500 years. In Chinese tradition the Dragon symbolises - Power, Excellence, Courage, Boldness, Heroism, Perseverance, Nobility and Dignity. On race day a Traditional Ceremony called "Awakening the Dragon" is carried out, dotting of the eyes of the dragon, thus ending its slumber
Dragon boating originated thousands of years ago, it is believed to have origins tracing back 2,500 years. In Chinese tradition the Dragon symbolises - Power, Excellence, Courage, Boldness, Heroism, Perseverance, Nobility and Dignity. On race day a Traditional Ceremony called "Awakening the Dragon" is carried out, dotting of the eyes of the dragon, thus ending its slumber
Meeting new people
Dragon Boat Racing is a sport that incorporates a wide variety of people of all ages, races and genders, from all walks of life. This makes it an amazingly social sport to be a part of.
Dragon Boat Racing is a sport that incorporates a wide variety of people of all ages, races and genders, from all walks of life. This makes it an amazingly social sport to be a part of.
Mastering a new skill set
Learning to paddle is always interesting, each club has their own slightly different paddling technique. Not only do you need to learn to paddle - you need to learn the commands as well. Once you master it, this sport is very satisfying.
Learning to paddle is always interesting, each club has their own slightly different paddling technique. Not only do you need to learn to paddle - you need to learn the commands as well. Once you master it, this sport is very satisfying.
The Scenery & being on the water
The places you get to paddle are quite beautiful, whether it be at a marina, on a river, a lake or the ocean, there is usually a lot to look at. So while you are paddling your heart out, you can still appreciate the scenery around you. Each morning is a fresh and perfect way to start your day, and afternoon training is rewarded with some incredibly beautiful sunsets
The places you get to paddle are quite beautiful, whether it be at a marina, on a river, a lake or the ocean, there is usually a lot to look at. So while you are paddling your heart out, you can still appreciate the scenery around you. Each morning is a fresh and perfect way to start your day, and afternoon training is rewarded with some incredibly beautiful sunsets
Camaraderie/Being part of a team
Dragon Boat Racing is a team sport, and to have any hope of making the boat go forward, you must work together. The loyalty and team spirit you find while Dragon Boat Racing is something you won’t find anywhere else. Over time, you'll notice that the people you paddle with will begin to come family.
Dragon Boat Racing is a team sport, and to have any hope of making the boat go forward, you must work together. The loyalty and team spirit you find while Dragon Boat Racing is something you won’t find anywhere else. Over time, you'll notice that the people you paddle with will begin to come family.
Travel Opportunities
Dragon Boat Racing can take you to some interesting and amazing places. you can travel around the globe. with a bit of competitive spirit and determination, this sport can take you anywhere imaginable.
Dragon Boat Racing can take you to some interesting and amazing places. you can travel around the globe. with a bit of competitive spirit and determination, this sport can take you anywhere imaginable.
Freeing Your Mind
This sport is truly amazing for your all round well-being – body, mind, soul and spirit. Perfect sport to let all the worry and stress drift away.
This sport is truly amazing for your all round well-being – body, mind, soul and spirit. Perfect sport to let all the worry and stress drift away.
Discipline
There’s nothing quite like it, linking in with comraderie, you and your team-mates rely on being disciplined to execute everything you’re told, in perfect synchronization in order to bring the boat up and forward…and when it works, it works!
There’s nothing quite like it, linking in with comraderie, you and your team-mates rely on being disciplined to execute everything you’re told, in perfect synchronization in order to bring the boat up and forward…and when it works, it works!
Races!
Lots and lots of races – Whether you see yourself as a competitive person or not, racing against other clubs is a lot of fun. Giving one hundred percent, as a team unit, it’s truly a sight to see, and something to experience.
Lots and lots of races – Whether you see yourself as a competitive person or not, racing against other clubs is a lot of fun. Giving one hundred percent, as a team unit, it’s truly a sight to see, and something to experience.