We are a fun, positive, and recreational dragon boat team with a bit of a competitive vibe. Our focus is to be inclusive and welcome all paddlers regardless of age, fitness level or dragon boat experience. We come together to practice and race to achieve realistic and collective goals. We care about improving our own performance every time, no matter where or who we are up against. Practices take place once a week from May to September. Together, we can build a sense of belonging, inclusion and achievement.
News (May 5): The team has 17 members registered as on May 5th, meaning there are just 7 spots left on the team. If interested, register soon! It's okay to join the team after their first practice on May 8th. If you are interested in joining the team but want to try it first, join them at their first practice on Thursday, May 8th at 7:10 PM at Outer Harbour (480 Unwin). Email the captains at Flying-Dragons.ca to get on the guest list.
We have a new coach!! His name is Michael Teixeira and he has been involved in dragon boat racing for over 25 years. Michael’s passion to the sport is shown in his delivery style of coaching with the way he teaches and encourages each paddler to achieve and meet their individual goals. Michael is able to coach and work with all levels of athletes and paddling abilities.
New co-captain, Kalpana, has joined Shalini to help look after the team. Pramod also joined them on the Leadership Committee that includes coach Michael and manager Tim.
If you have questions contact Shalini and Kalpana at Flying-Dragons @ RustyDragons.ca.
We practice once a week from May to September and participate in 3 regattas.
Practicing THURSDAYs, 7:30 to 8:45 PM
May 8/15/22/29, June 5/12/19/26,
July 3/10/17/24/31, Aug 7/14/21/28,
Sept 4/11. Please arrive by 7 PM.
Outer Harbour (480 Unwin Ave).
(see the Practice Site page).
Free unlimited parking!
Use of paddles and life jackets is included. We arrange bulk paddle orders for those interested.
Tuesday, July 1st on Toronto Island with all the other Rusty Dragons teams! New medals and trophies coming in 2025!
Saturday, August 9th in Woodstock at Lake Pittock Conservation Area. Teams have three 500m races.
Saturday, Sept 13th on Lake Victoria in scenic Stratford! A great venue to end our 2025 season of racing.
$567
Payment is preferred by Interac e-mail transfer to "This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.". Please add a comment with the e-transfer payment to say who and what it is for. Contact captains at "This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." for our mailing address. Payments are appreciated as early as possible.
**Note: The calculated fee is $567 due upon registration (by April 1, but appreciated if some can pay earlier). An option is payment in two parts: 1) $367 by April 1 and 2) $200 due by June 15.
Thank you!
Meet new people, learn new skills, breathe in some fresh air, enjoy the waterfront, and get a little exercise. Don't miss our adventure this coming season with the thrill of racing and the camaraderie of our special group.