Adventure Wellington

Dragon Boat Team - Paddle training (2 of 4)

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THIS IS AN EVENT FOR THE PEOPLE THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN SELECTED FOR THE DRAGON BOAT TEAM.

Technique is significantly more critical that brute strength in Dragon Boat racing and it is critical that the team are coordinated... so we've organised some sessions on paddling technique before we get into the boats for training in January.

We are very privileged to have Sue Jamieson who has agreed to give us a few sessions on paddle technique. Sue has coached Dragon Boat teams since 1996 and won medals at World and National Championships!!!!!!

For these sessions we will be sitting on the edge of a pool and practicing our reach and strokes. Thanks to Dragon Boat Festival organisers who are lending us paddles!

The sessions

These aren't mandatory session - but very desirable and strongly encouraged!! The more you attend, the more practice and advice you get with your technique.

1) Thursday, 6 Dec 6.15am-7.30am

2) Thursday, 13 Dec 6.15am-7.30am

3) Thursday, 20 Dec 6.15am-7.30am

4) Thursday, 10 Jan 6.15am-7.30am

Location

Please note - this is now at the floating wooden platform outside of Fergs!

Arriving on time

Please make sure you arrive before the start time of the session.

What to bring

We will be sitting on the side of the pool but you will get wet through sitting in a puddle and getting splashed. It is also outdoors so make sure you're warm.

  • Some form of padding to sit on - e.g. small square of snow foam / camping ground mat
  • Dry change of clothes / towel etc

 

Difficulty Level

6/10

This is going to be a good work out!!!

 

 

DISCLAIMER
Whilst every possible assistance will be offered, Adventure Wellington Trust, the Trustees, Event Organisers/hosts and members cannot be held responsible for any accident, injuries or losses sustained leading up to, during, or after an event.

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  • Sandi Gale
    Sandi Gale

    Thanks for all turning out in force for this very early session!! The good progress is already evident. Just to reiterate what I mentioned to a few after the training - despite starting the training early our aim is to have a great team in one piece for the festival, so if you have any injury concerns/niggles pse let me know ASAP so we can factor that into the sessions & give advice. Text 021-081-75705, or email via AW.

    December 13

  • Sonia Edney
    Sonia Edney

    Saw you guys on Saturday. Keep up the good work!!! Sadly I'm trying out for a different team but a bit of healthy competion is always fun :)

    1 · December 10

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