The perfect activity for team-building!
Each stroke of the paddle in unison, teamwork enhances the glide of the boat...
Overview
Nothin' Dragon envisions a community where all individuals have equal access to opportunities for growth, challenge, and personal development. We are proud to provide our Dragon Boat Experience between April and October at Rocky Point Park, Port Moody. We believe this program can have a transformative impact on the lives of its participants.
In addition to the physical activity, paddlers will learn about and experience the beautiful area, which has a rich history, from the First Nations of the Coast Salish Peoples to the era of the lumber industry, and Port Moody's place in Canadian railway history. Burrard Inlet has been home to the Indigenous peoples of the Musqueam, Sḵwxwú7mesh and Tsleil-waututh, who have resided in this territory for thousands of years. Paddlers often spot seals, eagles and other sea and bird life.
About Dragon Boating
Dragon boat paddling is a dynamic water sport that requires synchronized teamwork and communication. It involves a team of paddlers working together to propel the boat forward guided by a drummer's rhythmic beat and a steersperson's direction. Participating in dragon boat paddling can be a powerful corporate team-building activity, fostering camaraderie, trust, and unity among team members as you strive towards a common goal, improve communication, and learn to coordinate your efforts effectively on the water.
Physical Benefits
Cardiovascular Fitness: Dragon boating involves paddling, which is a full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health by increasing heart rate and circulation.
Muscle Strength and Endurance: Regular paddling strengthens muscles in the arms, shoulders, back, and core, leading to improved overall strength and endurance.
Flexibility: The twisting and reaching motions involved in paddling promote flexibility in the upper body and core muscles.
Weight Management: Engaging in regular dragon boating can help with weight management by burning calories and increasing metabolism.
Balance and Coordination: Balancing in a boat and synchronizing movements with team members enhance balance and coordination skills.
Emotional Benefits
Stress Reduction: Being out on the water and engaging in physical activity can reduce stress levels and promote relaxation.
Sense of Achievement: Working together as a team to navigate the boat and achieve goals can boost self-esteem and provide a sense of accomplishment.
Mood Enhancement: Physical exercise releases endorphins, which are known as "feel-good" hormones, leading to improved mood and reduced feelings of anxiety or depression.
Social Connection: Dragon boating is done in teams, fostering social bonds, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging.
Psychological Benefits
Increased Confidence: Mastering new skills, improving fitness levels, and achieving team goals can increase self-confidence and self-efficacy.
Enhanced Focus and Concentration: Dragon boating requires focus, coordination, and teamwork, which can improve mental clarity and concentration abilities.
Mindfulness: Being on the water and engaging in rhythmic paddling can promote mindfulness and a sense of being in the present moment.
Coping Skills: Learning to work effectively within a team, adapt to changing conditions, and overcome challenges during the paddle can build resilience and effective coping strategies.
Overall, participating in dragon boating and water activities not only provides physical fitness benefits but also contributes significantly to emotional well-being and psychological resilience, making it a holistic and rewarding recreational pursuit.
Let’s get you out on the water!
The Experience:
You will be greeted by our team at the Old Mill Boathouse for PFD (life vest) fitting and paddle handouts, then be provided an overview of the basic paddle technique and commands on the boat. Your time on the water will be approximately an hour. Allow two hours overall and come with enthusiasm!
Fees: Your Dragon Boat Experience fees paid to our Not for Profit Society will go directly towards covering the costs of equipment, insurance, fuel, transportation, and related expenses.
$500 for 1 dragon boat. Maximum 14 people
$1000 for 2 dragon boats. Maximum 28 people
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Together, we can paddle towards a brighter future for everyone.
Become a corporate sponsor!
Your business can help us make these dragon boating experiences happen by sponsoring local school and community groups at the following discounted rental rates:
$350 for 1 dragon boat. Maximum 14 people
$700 for 2 dragon boats. Maximum 28 people (average school class size)
$1400 to cover the cost of 2 Dragon Boat Experience excursions with 2 dragon boats
Rain or shine, this experience rocks!
About Nothin’ Dragon
The Nothin’Dragon Paddling Society, a not-for-profit society, has Paddled with Purpose for more than 26 years in the waters of Burrard Inlet from our base at Port Moody’s beautiful Rocky Point Park.
Our team of experienced paddlers includes many retired teachers and school administrators. Nothin’ Dragon takes pride in community contributions to youth in the Tri-Cities. We teach youth about our sport and the teamwork required to make a dragon boat glide through the water, with everyone in unison, working as a team.
Nothin’ Dragon sponsors a dragon boat team from Riverside and Gleneagle Secondary Schools in Coquitlam. For many years we operated the Kateslem Kids, a ‘Youth at Risk Spring Program,’ we’ve supported the Girl Guides of Canada and a local non-profit society that houses and assists women overcoming addictions. We have also hosted students for classroom trips and international student exchange programs. Read about the range of our community activities on our website Community page.
We can be reached at nothindragonmasters@gmail.com
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