Dragon Boating (Mississauga Canoe Club)
Game Times
6pm
League Dates
Spring
Tuesday
May 21 to Jul 9
Summer
Tuesday
Jul 16 to Sep 3
Officiated Status
Led By Instructor
Suggested Roster
22 people
League Notes
Dragon boat is the ultimate team sport, welcoming all paddlers regardless of age or fitness level. Whether you want to get fit and exercise your competitive streak, or meet people and learn new skills, you're in the right place.
DETAILS:
DETAILS:
Instructors/Coaches: A certified Dragon Boating instructor will guide you through basic gear knowledge, safety, proper paddle technique and everything else you need for a successful experience on the water.SEASON LENGTH:
Equipment: All equipment will be provided on site, including a dragon boat (whew!), paddles, and life jackets.
Session Time and Length: All sessions are 60 minutes long.
Regatta: Both the spring and summer seasons culminate in a massive one- or two-day regatta (boat race) against other teams and clubs. SPRING regatta will take place on Saturday, July 13th. SUMMER regatta will take place on September 7th & 8th. Both regattas take place at Marilyn Bell Park.
Format: Each boat will contain approximately 18-21 paddlers. There are no gender minimums.
Other: Please note that Dragon Boat is a team sport and therefore good attendance is critical!
SPRING:Tuesday: 8 weeks of instruction plus a 1-day Regatta on July 13th.
SUMMER:Tuesday: 8 weeks of instruction plus a 2-day Regatta on September 7th & 8th.
Location NotesVENUE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Practice will take place at Mississauga Canoe Club (31 Front Street North). This venue is in the heart of Port Credit -- just minutes away from a huge selection of bars, restaurants, and cafes for post-practice celebrations!
- Spring Regatta: GWN Sport Regatta at Marilyn Bell Park.(Lakeshore Ave. & Dunn Ave in Toronto)
- SummerRegatta: GWN Dragon Boat Challenge is at Marilyn Bell Park. (Lakeshore Ave. & Dunn Ave in Toronto)Registration Options