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25.01.2022 8 Reasons Why You Should Try Dragon Boating At Least Once In Your Life Many said that by stepping into the world of dragon boating, it has the ability to change... one’s life. Before even thinking about committing one’s life to becoming a dragon boater, why not have a read to understand why you should try our fascinating sport of dragon boating at least once in your life. Have a quick glimpse of being part of the world fastest growing water & corporate sport. 1. Be part of a 2500-years-old tradition The celebration for the sport of dragon boating over Chinese Duan Wu Festival was originated some 2500 years ago, to commemorate the loss of a well-loved minister, named Qu Yuan. Considering that nearly 3 millenniums have passed, there has been little change to the dynamics of the sport. Dragon boating has evolved beyond just a tradition or a showcase of one culture; it is now a modern platform which brings people together from all over the world and from all walks of lives. When you sit in a dragon boat and hold the paddle for the first time, it is not hard to imagine how it was like racing in a dragon boat 2500 years ago and how you are now embracing that first step to continue that tradition. 2. An astounding sense of freedom from work There is nothing more rewarding than jumping into a dragon boat, paddling out onto a vast space of the reservoir and admire the beautiful city skyline. Giving yourself a mental break from the office can provide you the sanity to make it through the rest of your working week. Soak yourself under warmth of the evening sun, or enjoy the cooling breeze and occasional spray of the paddling mist. Being close to nature in a dragon boat would bring that absolute sense of freedom, comfort and ease. 3. First attempt in overcoming the fear of being on water One of the common misconceptions by many have always been the fear of capsizing when dragon boating. In fact, the sport has one of the lowest capsize-rates among other water sports. You will not even get into the water, contrary to what people think! The design of a dragon boat is made to hold more than 10 times its weight as such, a capsize is very unlikely. Paddling is easy, safe and does not require a lot of skill on the first try. Be it the fear of capsizing or an attempt for something new, the pathway for discovery is a phenomenal addiction. Furthermore, many countries restrict paddlers from entering the water unless a life-vest is worn. Hence, you are all well covered! 4. A time to identify and nurture your better self If you are an individual who ponders if you are vaguely that nasty or nice at the extremes of either equation, paddling in a dragon boat would provide you that opportunity to identify oneself quite clearly. When you paddle for the first time, it is inevitable that you will be overwhelmed by the various situations that challenge your every emotion. Whether you are sitting behind an experienced paddler or sitting between some newbies as fresh as yourself, this opportunity could test your physical & mental tolerance. Whatever the outcome, embrace and encourage your inner-self, You can do it., I believe in you. Become your own strongest supporter, coach and cheerleader. 5. An opportunity to work in a team The sport of dragon boating has always been synonymous to the lessons of Teamwork and Mutual Support. Perhaps no other sport epitomizes both virtues as much as dragon boating. Get hands-on experiences to understand that no one individual can move the boat as well as 19 others that paddle together in cadence. Feel the sense of accomplishment when everyone works toward the projection of the boat. There is often a greater sense of accomplishment than what an individual may feel when working on their own. You do not even need to know the person sitting beside you to get the boat moving. The sense of fascination comes purely by sitting in the boat together and paddling in time. 6. A reason to leave your mobile devices behind Over the past decade, our mobile devices have literally taken a whole chunk of our life away and changed the way we live. However, though it is hard to admit the reality that we can’t live without our phone, there are times that choices can be made to do without it. Damaging our devices by getting it wet is one reason that fears us the most when we think about going outdoors, but it could also be the same reason that gives us a break under the same influence. Take that chance to leave everything behind and appreciate entertainment at its raw form, Nature. 7. Meet people from all walks of life Because the sport of dragon boating has such a low level of entry, everyone and anyone can enjoy it. Reasons to join the sport has gone beyond just wanting to keep fit but using it as a social platform to network and meet new people. In the earlier days, the sport only seemed to attract residential clubs as a form of healthy weekend gatherings; today, the community has grown inclusively to professionals, managers, executives and entrepreneurs. The engaging paddling activity around the bay itself is a natural conversational starter to any person you meet there. You no longer have to worry about awkward introductions. 8. Mastering a skill in an extremely short amount of time Many sporting activities require months of training before you can be skilled to truly enjoy the game. But dragon boating can be learnt almost instantaneously, moments after you hopped into the boat. Many newbies have been seen getting an immediate hand in the paddling technique barely 20 minutes into the session. After which, the natural competitive hormone inside you will want to paddle further and faster.

24.01.2022 What a gorgeous morning for a paddle

23.01.2022 Thursday’s training session is cancelled due to the weather conditions.

22.01.2022 Come and try dragon boating with Diamond Phoenix on Saturday 12th September at 11am. Meet at Lotus Bay, Mariner Place near the Canberra Yacht Club.

22.01.2022 Congrats to all the women who came along today for our annual Come and Try Day!! Come along to one of our training sessions Monday 5.30pm, Thursday 5.45am and Saturdays 9.30am.

18.01.2022 Today’s training session is cancelled

16.01.2022 Our ACT Fire paddlers from Diamond Phoenix

16.01.2022 DBACT is having a come and try day. Come along and see why we love this sport so much.

15.01.2022 Welcome Nature Coast DBC our South Coast friends

15.01.2022 A solid training session this morning, awesome power, great timing and team work.

14.01.2022 We've had an awesome start to the season with our senior crews winning gold and silver against lots of strong teams from around Australia.

13.01.2022 Choppy water tonight didn’t spoil a great training session. Looking forward to the regatta this Saturday, 500m racing.

13.01.2022 Saturday 21/12 training session is cancelled due to the weather conditions.Saturday 21/12 training session is cancelled due to the weather conditions.

13.01.2022 Dragon Boat ACT was proud to be part of the Enlighten Festival Canberra Day earlier today. Boats on the water gave lakeside spectators a great show. Their prese...nce heightened interest amongst the mid-morning coffee goers and Canberrans enjoying the beautiful Lake Burley Griffin outlook. Meanwhile, festival openers on stage were Dragon Boat ACT's very own morning co-hosts Betsy and Jeremy, regaling the crowd with stories about dragon boating - the fun, the fitness, the competition and the camaraderie; as well as the history and culture, and our own dragon boat story in the ACT.

11.01.2022 The smoke is back and air quality is v bad so we will not be paddling Tuesday 28 Jan The smoke is back and air quality is v bad so we will not be paddling Tuesday 28 Jan

10.01.2022 For our new ladies - tonight's Monday night 2/12 training session is cancelled due to poor weather- instead try Thurs 5.45amFor our new ladies - tonight's Monday night 2/12 training session is cancelled due to poor weather- instead try Thurs 5.45am

07.01.2022 If you missed our Club Come and Try Day last Saturday - here is another chance to come on down to Lotus Bay and experience what its like to Dragon Boat. See you on the water.

07.01.2022 Tomorrow’s training session is CANCELLED due to high winds.

05.01.2022 Our team is at a regatta today so there is no Training session this morningOur team is at a regatta today so there is no Training session this morning

04.01.2022 Stay tuned here to get the latest on our training sessions during the smoke haze. Monday evening 6/1 is cancelled.Stay tuned here to get the latest on our training sessions during the smoke haze. Monday evening 6/1 is cancelled.

02.01.2022 We are paddling today Sat 11/1 A light session at 9.30 come along !!!We are paddling today Sat 11/1 A light session at 9.30 come along !!!

02.01.2022 Tonight’s training Monday 20/1 is cancelled due to stormsTonight’s training Monday 20/1 is cancelled due to storms

02.01.2022 Welcome to our new members!

01.01.2022 Monday night 13/1 session cancelled due to smoke haze Monday night 13/1 session cancelled due to smoke haze