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25.01.2022 No on water training tomorrow morning as club has group gym session!!! Back on deck Sunday 730am for 8am on waterNo on water training tomorrow morning as club has group gym session!!! Back on deck Sunday 730am for 8am on water

25.01.2022 Training Update.... There is no training over the Easter period...enjoy the full weekend off!!! See you back on the water Saturday 27th April arrive by 630am for a 7am start

24.01.2022 Feel free to give it a go!!

24.01.2022 Final Come Try Day for 2019.....

24.01.2022 If you keen on taking up the sport, come join Te Waka Dragons....you wont be disappointed!!!

24.01.2022 Dragon Boat Queensland / DBQ State Championships grace our shores this weekend 23 & 24 March. Come down and check out the best of the best for a great day by Lake Kawana. Good luck to all the competitors from near and far.

23.01.2022 Awesome team building session for 22 attendees from Ipswich U15 Soccer Boys...Congratulations to the Defenders for taking it out 3-0 against the Attackers.

23.01.2022 Come Try Day this Sunday...shaping up to be a big one....opportunity to recruit for the upcoming season...not for the faint hearted!!

22.01.2022 We are back!! This is an opportunity for those in the community who are looking into taking up a new sport or sport in general. If you are seriously interested, then come down and give it a go.

22.01.2022 Photos from our regatta...

19.01.2022 Save the Date.... Next BCC Active Come Try day for Dragonboating is Sunday 15th November. Hope to see you all then.... No children under 8 years old!

19.01.2022 Day 1 of QLD State Titles done and dusted....We were successful in reaching every Grand Final in all Premier 10s 200m divisions. Some hard fought racing...well done to all clubs on todays racing and particularly to those club that medalled. Our club is extremely humbled to have won Silver in the Premier Mixed 10s 200m and Bronze in the Premier Open 10s 200m. Day 2 tomorrow.... Premier Mixed and Women 20s Racing for 500m and 2km....

18.01.2022 Team Te Waka says thanks Stratacare

17.01.2022 Active & Healthy Come Try Day for this Sunday 22nd March has been cancelled!

16.01.2022 Manly Dragons Regatta - Sunday 24th November 2019, Lake Kawana, Sunshine Coast Members all made their way up to the Sunshine Coast for the second last regatta of the year. Anticipation was in the air with numerous thoughts going through our minds..... Will our training kick in when we need it, are we on target, do we know the race program? Butterflies kick in as we prepare for our first race, the 2000m which will set us up for the day of racing ahead. Baz, our trainer put ...us to work, warming up on land before hitting the boat, whilst reminding us to focus on the key training points. BOOM!!!! Just like that, the first race is over. A solid effort was given by the entire crew which made our sweep's job easy. Our sweep extraordinaire, Woggy smashed it as usual, by cutting it finely on the corners to give the crew the upper hand to overtake. Coaches feedback was positive which had everyone feeling good. Just missed out on placing in the top 3...great result considering we had a boat a full of water. As we wait for the 200m splash and dash, we chat, chill out and catchup with each other. 1st heat - 200m Mixed 20s in Lane 7 with a cross wind. We NAILED the start and upped the rate. Good racing. Then, continuing into the second heat, always improving. Finals excitement was imminent, taking out 3rd place. Hydration and light snacks are the order of the day, to ensure we're keeping the body ready for the next race, particularly when Every race is a final! As we roll into the afternoon program of Womens and Mens 10s racing, the wind picks up and the sun gets hotter. Ladies roll out first and keep their heads low into the wind. Then finding some muscle in the second heat which felt good. The mens 10s always a slick race. The second heat was no exception, with the men holding their nerve and finishing in front by a dragon nostril. Ladies fronted up for the final, ready to bring their A game. The wind decided to front up as well. Heads down, power on. A hard fought race all the way to the finish line taking out 2nd place. That is dragon boat racing. Well done ladies in taking out Silver. Then our men took on their rivals in the final. Smashed it. Some good close hard racing. Well done men, placing 3rd. Bronze it is!!! Overall a great day. Fun, friends, hard work and progress as a great club. 3-2-1.....Waka!!!!!

16.01.2022 QLD State Titles 2019

14.01.2022 Lest We Forget!

13.01.2022 QLD State Champs- Day 1 Results

13.01.2022 Now that State Titles are done and dusted for another year, we go into the off season. Training does not end - This is a great opportunity for newbies to jump on board - training will now occur every Saturday and Sunday in Brissy except for this weekend or unless a club activity has been planned for. See you all at 6.30am Saturday 6th April - on water by 7am sharp. 2 Come try days coming up - GOLD Sunday 7th April and ACTIVE Sunday 14th April 2019 Hope to see those that are keen back in the boat

13.01.2022 For those interested in rejoining or attending our club sessions, these have now been brought forward to 7am Sundays onlyFor those interested in rejoining or attending our club sessions, these have now been brought forward to 7am Sundays only

12.01.2022 More photos from todays Come Try... Videos to come...

11.01.2022 #TeWakaDragons Regatta at Kawana, Sunshine Coast 10th March 2019

11.01.2022 BCC Active Parks Come Try this morning with Te Waka Dragons....we hope everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Hope to see some of you join up....

11.01.2022 Awakening Your Dragon...While we often see the ceremony also known as Dotting the Eye performed at the start of large Dragon Boat Festivals, there are teams who... perform this ancient awakening of their dragon ceremony at the start of their paddling season. Does your team do this? Here is a little more history and traditions regarding this... Dotting of the Eye red paint, blessings and Rice Dumplings Below, with thanks to Dragon Boat World International, is a description of the traditional ceremonies which was published in one of their magazine editions., Issue #1 January 2008. Eye Dotting Ceremony and Giving Name to a Boat The modern sport of dragon boat racing was born in Hong Kong and many people still consider Hong Kong as a dragon boat mecca. Since I (the author) live in Hong Kong, I am frequently asked about how the traditional Eye Dotting Ceremony is performed. In Hong Kong there are two major ceremonies involving boats. One is the Eye Dotting or Awakening Ceremony and the other is the Naming of a new boat, which some people consider to be the christening. In Hong Kong, if you want to know anything about the traditions of the sport you look to the Fishermen. The Fishermen, who populate the various harbors around Hong Kong, are the keepers of the traditions of the sport. You will find many variations on the theme of Awakening the Dragon throughout the world. In Asian culture the ceremony is about respecting the dragon and getting him into a good and friendly mood towards you, the team, and the community. You want the dragons protection, not his anger. However, additional ceremonial performances, such as the Lion Dance, are always welcome and definitely will add to a spectacular show and event. The ceremony which is known as the Eye Dotting, is actually the Awakening of the Dragon and should be repeated each year after the dragons rest during the off-season. It is typically performed when the dragon boats are first returned to service and again just prior to racing. It is important to remember that it is considered very bad luck to paddle or race in a dragon boat that has not been properly awakened or has its eyes closed. In Hong Kong the fishermen dont incorporate the naming of a new boat during the Awakening Ceremony. Although naming the boat may be important in Western Culture, it is not such an important part of owning a dragon boat in the East. There is no smashing a bottle of Champagne against the hull or sprinkling of holy water. 1. Choose the Date: When planning the ceremony the first thing you want to do is set the date. You will need to consult a Chinese calendar as there are good and bad dates. A boat awakened on the wrong day will have bad luck and will not perform well. Choose wisely. There are several web sites that can help you find the right date or you can consult with a Feng Shui Master. 2. Items Needed: a) Red paint and a brush b) Incense c) Symbolic Hell Money d) A metal bucket or open container to burn the Hell Money e) A basket of fruits, a steamed chicken or other goods a dragon might appreciate f) A small table and table cloth g) A roasted pig h) Only if you give a name to your boat red wrapping paper or cloth to cover the writing of the name on the boats hull. 3. Preparation of the Boat: In the case of Name Giving, paint the name on both sides of the hull somewhere close to the drum. When the paint is dry, cover it with the red wrapping paper or cloth. Before the ceremony you need to dress the boat by attaching the dragon head and tail, drum and drum seat. You should also decorate it a little. The boat can be on land or in the water for the ceremony. If the boat is on a trailer, make sure there is nothing in the way of the head and that it can be reached easily. If the boat is in the water tie it up at a 90 degree angle to the dock or to the shore with the dragon looking towards you. Remember you must be able to reach the eyes. It is acceptable to tie several boats together as long as they all face the same direction. 4. Ceremonial Procedure: 1. Making a Sacrifice to the Dragon Place the table cloth in front of the Dragon. If you dont have a table you can put the table cloth on the ground in front of the boat. Put the fruits and chicken and perhaps other foods on the table cloth and decorate it nicely together with some incense. Place the metal bucket or container nearby the table cloth. Next, have someone who is important to the team, club or organization, like the team captain, club president or your big sponsors, hold the burning incense in their hands. The hands should be clasped together in front. The person should then bow three times to the Dragon and three times to the open water. The team and other attending guests may also bow. Repeat for each boat you are awakening. After bowing, place the Hell Money in the metal bucket and burn it. So far no speeches are held. By making the sacrifice and bowing, you will be showing respect to the Dragon and the Spirits of the Water. 2. Giving Name to the Boat (if applicable) Again, have someone important to your team or group perform this step. If you are adding a sponsors name to the boat this would be a perfect time to involve them. Have the sponsor remove the wrapping paper or cloth covering the name of the boat. It is appropriate for the person to say a few words such as this boat shall from now on carry the name or I wish you all good luck on the water something like that. This is not the time for long drawn out speeches. Remember, the Dragon is waiting and he still cant see. 3. Awakening the Dragon Again, one of the important persons, it doesnt need to be always the same, takes the red paint and the brush and dots the dragon head at five points. The center of each eye, the tongue and the tip of each dragon horn. Painting the eyes gives the dragon sight. Painting the tongue gives him taste. The horns are painted to give the dragon power. 4. Bowing of the Awakened Dragon If at this point the boat is still on land, it is time to launch it. You can place incense somewhere near the bow of the boat, the point where the head attaches is a good place. Once the boat is in the water have the crew load. The entire crew including drummer and helm back paddles some distance away from the shore or dock and then sprints forward briefly toward the ceremonial party. They stop the boat and repeat the process a total of three times. This symbolizes the Dragon bowing to the audience, which many bow also or greet him in return. 5. Showing the Dragon around Next the boat is paddled once around the water venue. This allows the Dragon and the Spirits of the Water to become introduced and know where the Dragon will be moving around. 6. Cutting the Roasted Pig When the boat is back to the shore, it is time for speeches and to cut the roast pig, which is known as good for the Gods. The cutting is ceremonial, but after that it just becomes another dish for the party. The fruits and chicken, which have been symbolically sacrificed are in fact there and can be eaten. Again, there are many different variations of this ceremony. This is the one that many of the Hong Kong Fishermen use and that is familiar to me (the author). It is similar to ceremonies in other parts of Asia. If you use this one you can feel confident that your boats are properly awakened, named and are ready to race.

10.01.2022 Footage from our recent regatta at Lake Kawana

10.01.2022 https://instagram.com//12rndfortitude/2158526180884504648

09.01.2022 Come down and say Hi as our Te Waka members will be out in force volunteering for this event!

07.01.2022 Weve been selected to participate in Local Matters at Grilld Emporium this September! Local Matters is the Grilld community donation program that sees each Grilld restaurant donate $500 back into the community every month. The donation is split between 3 local community groups $300 / $100 / $100. HOW YOU CAN HELP?... Wed love your support in receiving the highest $300 donation! Simply head to Grilld Emporium during September for a burger and pop your Local Matters token in our jar. The group with the most tokens at the end of the month receives the largest donation. Its a simple (and delicious) way to show your support! Youll find us on a jar at Grilld Emporium, 1000 Ann St, Fortitude Valley.

06.01.2022 The Brisbane River will be quiet this this weekend as Te Waka are off to Lake Kawana on the Sunshine Coast for the Qld State Titles. And are we ready ready?? Oh yes we are ready ready ... Looking forward to some good times and great racing ... good luck everyone ..... yeehaaaaaaa

06.01.2022 Quickstart Guide to Dragon Boat by Natalie (@nadz1107) from Tampa Florida. Easy read for everyone Use this link here : https://tinyurl.com/Nadz1107... #dragonboat #quickguide #quickstart #infographic #dragonboating #repost #dragonboatracing # #drachenboot Infographic credit to @mp.dragonboat

05.01.2022 CCWC Venue - Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota, USA https://nathanbendersonpark.org/

05.01.2022 Get the word out.....Its our last GOLD Come Try Day!

04.01.2022 Come down and say hi to the crew at Bunnings Newstead and buy a delicious sausage with onion. All proceeds raised proudly supports Te Waka Dragons.

04.01.2022 One more sleep until the big day tomorrow!!!! 12 QUT teams are set to battle it out on the Brisbane River. If youre down at South Bank, make sure you drop by, to check out the action and cheer them on. ... Registration opens at 7am with first race at 830am.... See you all there bright and early!!

04.01.2022 Great effort by all those that attended our Active Come Try Day today....hope to see some of you back!!!

03.01.2022 To all the special men in our lives who have provided guidance, been pillars of strength, who have taught lessons and been present for special moments, who have done all that could be done to be 'there' but most of all, loved us......Happy Fathers Day <3

02.01.2022 Day 1 200m racing QLD State Titles... Morning racing Mixed 10s..... Afternoon racing Women 10s...1st in Heat, straight to Semi Final Open 10s...1st in Heat, straight to Grand Final Go Te Waka!!!

02.01.2022 Dragon boating Sunday 22 Mar 2020 9:30am to 11:30am Free Event! Have fun learning how to paddle in a 12m dragon boat and see the city from a different perspective. Paddle from Breakfast Creek and out onto the Brisbane river. Session includes a warm-up, paddling instruction and time on the water. Wear clothes and footwear that you don't mind getting wet and remember to be sun smart so slip, slop and slap. All children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Chi...ldren 8 years and over. No Bookings required. For more information phone Jo from Te Waka Dragons on 0407 659 237.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to all recipients, all well earned.

01.01.2022 Happy Chinese New Year - Year of the Rat