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DRAGON BOAT
Registration for the 2025 season - IS NOW OPEN!
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About Dragon Boat Paddling
Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure? Join the dragon boat paddling teams at the Rideau Canoe Club and experience the rush of the waves beneath your boat. From May to October, you'll have the opportunity to be part of a team of 22 paddlers, including a drummer and a steersperson. Rest assured that at the Rideau Canoe Club, our focus is on promoting fun, fitness, and friendship. You don't need to be a top-notch athlete to become a dragon boat paddler. All you need is the desire to get out there, give it your all, and have a blast. Each year, we have teams at all different skill levels — recreational or competitive, male/female or mixed — we welcome everyone & strive to create an inclusive environment out on the waters. Dragon Boat paddling has even become a popular choice for parties and corporate team building exercises — It's a truly novel and fun activity that everyone can enjoy. So what are you waiting for? Join us and experience the thrill of dragon boat paddling today! |
Community Dragon Boat Programs & Events
PRACTICES FOR OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
Get ready to paddle your way to victory at the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival! The Rideau Canoe Club offers registered teams two practices to prepare for this thrilling event held at Mooney's Bay Park every year in late June. Throughout the practice sessions, our coaches will help you improve your technique & paddle faster so your team can shine on festival day.
Review the DB booking page to schedule your practices, and make sure to check out our FAQ if you have any questions.
Get ready to paddle your way to victory at the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival! The Rideau Canoe Club offers registered teams two practices to prepare for this thrilling event held at Mooney's Bay Park every year in late June. Throughout the practice sessions, our coaches will help you improve your technique & paddle faster so your team can shine on festival day.
Review the DB booking page to schedule your practices, and make sure to check out our FAQ if you have any questions.
CORPORTATE, COMMUNITY & SCHOOL GROUPS
Are you looking for a fun and exciting group activity? Look no further than dragon boat paddling at the Rideau Canoe Club! Whether you're planning a corporate team-building event, a group outing, or just looking for a unique way to bond with friends, dragon boat paddling offers the perfect adventure.
At the RCC Community DB Program, we focus on promoting fun, fitness, and friendship in a supportive, inclusive environment. No experience is required! We welcome groups of all skill levels—whether you're looking for a laid-back recreational outing or ready to take on a competitive challenge.
Dragon boat paddling is not only an exciting way to get outdoors, but it also makes for an unforgettable experience. Plus, it's a great activity for parties, community and school groups or corporate team-building exercises, creating lasting memories for everyone involved.
So gather your group, come out, and get ready to paddle your way to an adventure you'll never forget!
Review the DB practice fees page and contact the DB Coordinator to book your group today!
Are you looking for a fun and exciting group activity? Look no further than dragon boat paddling at the Rideau Canoe Club! Whether you're planning a corporate team-building event, a group outing, or just looking for a unique way to bond with friends, dragon boat paddling offers the perfect adventure.
At the RCC Community DB Program, we focus on promoting fun, fitness, and friendship in a supportive, inclusive environment. No experience is required! We welcome groups of all skill levels—whether you're looking for a laid-back recreational outing or ready to take on a competitive challenge.
Dragon boat paddling is not only an exciting way to get outdoors, but it also makes for an unforgettable experience. Plus, it's a great activity for parties, community and school groups or corporate team-building exercises, creating lasting memories for everyone involved.
So gather your group, come out, and get ready to paddle your way to an adventure you'll never forget!
Review the DB practice fees page and contact the DB Coordinator to book your group today!
STEERING & DRUMMING CLINICS
Get your team race ready with the Community DB Steering & Drumming Clinics. Learn the basic techniques and race strategies from experienced coaches. The clinics are early in the season to give team members time to practice with your team before the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival. All clinics take place at the Rideau Canoe Club.
The steering clinics will be done in dragon boats. The drumming clinic will be done on land and will provide you with the necessary techniques to practice with your team. Paddlers can also get some extra time on the water by registering to paddle in the boat to help steers people and drummers learn with a full and powerful boat!
Get your team race ready with the Community DB Steering & Drumming Clinics. Learn the basic techniques and race strategies from experienced coaches. The clinics are early in the season to give team members time to practice with your team before the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival. All clinics take place at the Rideau Canoe Club.
The steering clinics will be done in dragon boats. The drumming clinic will be done on land and will provide you with the necessary techniques to practice with your team. Paddlers can also get some extra time on the water by registering to paddle in the boat to help steers people and drummers learn with a full and powerful boat!
LEARN TO DRAGON BOAT PROGRAM - SPRING (MAY 18 - JUNE 8)
This program is perfect whether you’re just getting introduced to Dragon Boat paddling or are training for the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival in late June. Train with us from 4:30–6:00pm on Sundays at the Rideau Canoe Club. Crews are formed on-site the day of. Price:$100+HST
This program is perfect whether you’re just getting introduced to Dragon Boat paddling or are training for the Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival in late June. Train with us from 4:30–6:00pm on Sundays at the Rideau Canoe Club. Crews are formed on-site the day of. Price:$100+HST
YOUTH LEARN TO DRAGON BOAT PROGRAM - AGES 13-17 - SPRING (MAY 18 - JUNE 8)
On Sundays in the Spring, one boat will be dedicated to Youth aged 13-17 to learn to dragon boat. The program takes place at the Rideau Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Teams are formed on-site the day of & participants will have the chance to collaborate and work together with other young dragon boat enthusiasts. Price:$100+HST
On Sundays in the Spring, one boat will be dedicated to Youth aged 13-17 to learn to dragon boat. The program takes place at the Rideau Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Teams are formed on-site the day of & participants will have the chance to collaborate and work together with other young dragon boat enthusiasts. Price:$100+HST
Your coach will be wearing these t-shirts.
SUMMER SUNDAYS - July 6 - Aug 23
Join our exciting Summer Sunday Paddles held at the Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Open to all paddlers, this program runs throughout the summer. This is a great way to meet new people and stay fit. It is also a good opportunity to network with paddlers from other teams. Price:$149+HST
New in 2025 - Summer Sundays paddlers will develop their paddling and race strategy skills as they work towards participating in the RCC DB Regatta on August 23, 2025.
Join our exciting Summer Sunday Paddles held at the Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm. Open to all paddlers, this program runs throughout the summer. This is a great way to meet new people and stay fit. It is also a good opportunity to network with paddlers from other teams. Price:$149+HST
New in 2025 - Summer Sundays paddlers will develop their paddling and race strategy skills as they work towards participating in the RCC DB Regatta on August 23, 2025.
Fall Dragon Boat Paddling (Sept 7 - Sept 28)
New in 2025 - Fall Paddling held at the Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm! Open to all paddlers, this program extends the dragon boat season while allowing paddlers to continue to fine tune their technique. Make new connections while enjoying the crisp air and fall colours on Mooney's Bay.
New in 2025 - Fall Paddling held at the Canoe Club on Sundays at 4:30 - 6:00 pm! Open to all paddlers, this program extends the dragon boat season while allowing paddlers to continue to fine tune their technique. Make new connections while enjoying the crisp air and fall colours on Mooney's Bay.
DRAGONS FOR ALL
This weekly program, running every Wednesday from 1:30 - 3:00 pm, is tailored to adults with developmental disabilities. Our staff are dedicated to making an inclusive and supportive environment for all, regardless of their abilities. To learn more about this program and how to get involved, please email us at [email protected].
This weekly program, running every Wednesday from 1:30 - 3:00 pm, is tailored to adults with developmental disabilities. Our staff are dedicated to making an inclusive and supportive environment for all, regardless of their abilities. To learn more about this program and how to get involved, please email us at [email protected].
RCC DRAGON BOAT REGATTA - August 23, 2025
The ultimate Dragon Boat experience —are you ready to finally put your skills to the test and show off what you've got? Sign up for the RCC Dragon Boat Regatta on Saturday, August 23, 2025! Join us for a day full of adrenaline-fueled racing, cheering, and most importantly, bragging rights. This is the event you've been working all summer towards, so don't miss out on seeing the best of the best compete! This is a regatta for recreational community teams. The focus is more on reaching a personal best or best time. Can your team beat the time it’s gotten at other festivals?
Volunteers are needed to run a fun and safe event in the areas of on-water, on-site and in the tower duties! There is a volunteer opportunity for everyone - first time or experienced. This is also a great opportunity to fulfill High School volunteer requirements or gain regatta experience. Volunteer sign-up and more information coming soon!
This year's DB regatta will feature 1x500m + 1x200m + 1x500m Final + 1KM optional race and a Dragons For All division!
SPACE IS LIMITED to 24 teams- register your team today!
2024 RCC DB Regatta Schedule
2023 RCC DB Regatta Results
The ultimate Dragon Boat experience —are you ready to finally put your skills to the test and show off what you've got? Sign up for the RCC Dragon Boat Regatta on Saturday, August 23, 2025! Join us for a day full of adrenaline-fueled racing, cheering, and most importantly, bragging rights. This is the event you've been working all summer towards, so don't miss out on seeing the best of the best compete! This is a regatta for recreational community teams. The focus is more on reaching a personal best or best time. Can your team beat the time it’s gotten at other festivals?
Volunteers are needed to run a fun and safe event in the areas of on-water, on-site and in the tower duties! There is a volunteer opportunity for everyone - first time or experienced. This is also a great opportunity to fulfill High School volunteer requirements or gain regatta experience. Volunteer sign-up and more information coming soon!
This year's DB regatta will feature 1x500m + 1x200m + 1x500m Final + 1KM optional race and a Dragons For All division!
SPACE IS LIMITED to 24 teams- register your team today!
- Take advantage of early bird pricing and be one of the first 16 teams to register for the RCC DB Regatta and get 2024 pricing - $735+HST
- After early bird pricing - $800+HST
- Steering & Drumming: $100
- ONLY Steering or Drumming: $75
2024 RCC DB Regatta Schedule
2023 RCC DB Regatta Results
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Contact Us Looking for more information? Contact the Dragon Boat Program Coordinator at [email protected]. |