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How many people are in a boat?
A Maximum of 20 paddlers, 1 drummer and 1 sweep in a standard Dragon Boat.
What Distances are races run over in regattas?
200, 500m, 2km & 5.5km
What pathways or levels of opportunity are available?
Club Member, Victorian Representative & Australian Representative
How many free training sessions do I get?
A Dragon Pass will give you unlimited trainng session dring the 1 month free period - register here
When do you train?
Each club has their own training schedule, visit 'Find a Club' or each clubs website for a schedule
What to bring:
- You will be in a boat and there will be lots of splashing, so wear old clothes and shoes, as they will get wet
- A change of warm clothes and towel
- Water bottle, sunscreen, sports cap or beanie, sunglasses
Can I have shower or get changed at the club?
- All clubs will have toilets and change room options, and check on your club for shower facilities to use after your session
- Best to come to each training session ready in the gear you will paddle in though
What is provided at a training session?
- Basic technique training and warm up
- Paddling on water with various sessions which may include race formats,fun activities and more.
- Paddle
- PFD (Personal Floatation Device)
- Fun
Where can I park?
Each club has parking either on-site or close by, check with the club you are training with on parking options
Can I participate in a regatta or non-competitive event?
- Yes once you are a financial member of your club you can particpate in regattas and events
- Each regatta has an entry fee ranging from $21 for students/Juniors and $41 for adults
- Some non-competive events and activations have no cost to participate
- Visit the 'What's On' section on the DBV website for more info