Curious about Dragon Boating?
Consider joining us!
Open to all adults age 18+
Classes
Intro to Paddling Class covers everything you need to know to get off to a great start. We teach the basics of technique, how to coordinate with other paddlers, and the essentials of water safety. Each session lasts for 2 weeks, with progressive training over four days of paddling.
No experience necessary! All equipment provided.
Class Sessions in 2026
Dates TBD
Cost: $75/session
Classes held: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00-7:30 pm
Location: Sportsman’s Marina, Hadley, MA
Class participants will be invited to join the team on a case by case basis. While we do not hold try-outs or select on athletic ability, there are qualities we are looking for in new members and the class is an opportunity to find the right fit.
Team
The regular path to team membership begins with an Intro to Paddling Class. We take on new members during winter land training on a case-by-case basis at the start of our fall and spring training sessions.
Annual Team Membership: Paddling and fitness training for 10 months: $70/month
Practice Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, plus first Saturday morning practices.
Summer Location: Sportsman’s Marina, Hadley, MA
Winter Location: Eastworks, Easthampton, MA
Our water season runs May-September, dependent on weather and river level. Winter land training runs October-April, with a holiday break.
We participate in races and Dragon Boat Festivals across the region. In addition to regular practice, there may be additional training opportunities either with guest coaches or trips to other training facilities.