Training
We offer regular regular dragon boat and outrigger training sessions throughout the week, all year round, welcoming paddlers of all abilities.
Our club session times are listed below, with additional outrigger and single boat sessions available outside of these times, giving paddlers the opportunity to train, develop their skills and get out on the water.
Dragon Boat:
Thursday: 19:00
Saturday: 10:00
Outrigger:
Monday: 19:00
Saturday: 09:00
Membership
Whether you want to paddle for fitness, enjoy being on the water or get involved in racing, everyone is welcome. We have members who train regularly without racing, as well as those who compete throughout the season.
Annual club membership:
Adults: £105 per year
Juniors (under 18) and university students: £35 per year
BA Clubs subscription: £6.50 per month
There’s no pressure to race, but we’d love to see members give it a try. Don’t be intimidated if you’re new to the sport. We all started somewhere, and you’ll have plenty of support from the club as you build your confidence and experience.
For those who race, there are some additional costs:
Dragon boat racing requires individual membership of the British Dragon Boat Racing Association (BDA), currently £35 for adults and £25 for students and under-18s per year. [dragonboat.org.uk]
Outrigger racing requires membership of the relevant outrigger association.
We try to keep race fees as low as possible. They are currently around £10 per person, per race, although this may vary depending on the event and location.