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what’s in it for you
It’s a challenge! Whether you are a beginner to sports, or a powerlifter, rest assured dragon boat will trigger your adrenaline rush to the max. While it is considered an extreme activity, it is safe, fun, low risk of injury, and it benefits your physical and mental health!
- Get fitter
- Meet new friends
- Challenge yourself
- Supportive environment
- Learn new things
- Make lifelong friends
Improve your fitness
How will your fitness improved from dragon boat paddling? The very important four elements of dragon boat paddling are:
Strength workout
96%
Cardio workout
96%
Posture & technique
93%
Fun & adrenaline rush
100%
frequently asked questions
is this dragon boat for everyone?
Absolutely. It caters for all levels of fitness!
If you do have any health conditions or concerns, let us know in advance. We want you to enjoy the training without any worries.
The minimum age is 12 years old. So as long as you’re over 12, this sport is for you.
It depends on the weather; hot or cold. We recommend dressing in layers so you can take some layers off or put some back on.
- Winter/Autumn paddling: It is a good idea to wear a windproof and/or waterproof jacket to protect you from the wind, merino wool thermal clothing, nylon pants that won’t get too wet and will dry quickly, aqua shoes/crocs/old runners you don’t mind getting wet.
- Summer/Spring paddling: You should wear sunscreen, have a hat, sandals are good for footwear.
- Always bring a water bottle to each practice. There are taps for water refill. Hydration is very important on cool or warm days.
- Ensure that you bring a towel and dry clothes to change into after training as you will inevitably get wet.
We train at least twice a week, once in the evening during weeknight, and once during weekend. Our training time might change from time to time so it is best to contact us via email or contact form on our website before you rock up.
We train out of the Community Boat Hub in Docklands.
We unload and launch boats from there.
Car
Due to limited parking around the hub, we strongly recommend you to organise carpool, bike or use public transport. If driving, there is limited free 90 degree parking along North Wharf Road coming from Bourke St or Collins St in Docklands. Alternative there is street metered parking. Please ensure you check any signs, and take note of how long you can stay parked. All day car parking at the Woolworths Car Park nearby ($10 for day).
Tram
You can catch any of the Number 11 and 48 trams that go to Victoria Harbour. Hop off at the last stop (D18 Victoria Harbour), and follow the road ahead to the Boat Hub. The walk from the tram stop is about 5 minutes.
Walk (from Southern Cross Station)
Collins St end
If you have exited Southern Cross Station from the Collins St end, walk along Collins St towards Docklands. Keep heading straight along the tram line. Once you hit the end of the tram line, the Community Hub at the Dock is a short walk ahead (next to the library). This walk is approximately 20-30 minutes long.
Bourke St end
If you have exited Southern Cross Station from the Bourke St end, you will find yourself on top of the concourse to Etihad Stadium. Head towards the new Channel 9 or NAB buildings towards Etihad Stadium. As you walk past Etihad Stadium, walk towards the YMCA, and head down the undercover stairs and continue straight to Bourke St. Walk along Bourke St, and keep heading straight down along the street. At the end of Bourke St there is a tram stop. Turn right and continue the boat hub. This walk is approximately 20-30 minutes long.
Bike
If you ride, you can also get to the boat hub using the same route as the cars do. Bike racks are available for you to secure your bike during the session.
Do I need to bring any equipment
Nope. The club provides life jackets (also known as personal floatation devices or PFDs) and paddles. You are welcome to bring your own PFD and dragon boat paddle if you have them.
We start with a warm-up and stretches to loosen the muscles and get everyone energised. We often go for 45-60 minutes of paddling on the water with breaks between drills. Training concludes with a cool down stretch and de-brief.
do you switch sides when you paddle
We switch sides on a regular basis when we paddle,instead of staying on one side all the time. We do this to ensure balanced muscle development and it also makes paddlers strong on both sides and minimises injury.
Can I participate in more advanced training
Certainly. Although we recommend that you work your way up to avoid putting too much pressure on your body before it is ready. If you have had experience in paddling, feel free to speak to us and we’ll make arrangement for you.
need to know
- Date/Time: 9:15 AM Every Saturday
- Session time: 90 minutes
- Venue: 912 Collins St, Docklands
- Fitness level: Beginner to Advanced
- Session intensity: medium
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