NEWS (May 8, 2025): Registration for this team is now CLOSED as we have reached the capacity of 24 paddlers! There was an amazing rush of registrations over the several days. We are happy to announce Paule Mercier as the first team co-captain. We'll announce the 2nd co-captain soon.
Note: The Water Wizards team that practiced right after We Will Rock You in 2024, was merged into this team and others.
This dragon boat team was formed in 2022 and we are excited to be heading into our 4th year in 2025. Both experienced and new paddlers are very welcome to join us. ANYONE can participate in this inclusive sport and the Rusty Dragons make it a rewarding and fun experience for all.
The team is excited to have coach Catherine MacInnes as our coach again. Catherine is not only a great coach, but has a long resume of dragon boat achievements, including as a race official for large dragon boat festivals.
You can contact the team captains using their team e-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Contact club manager Tim if you have questions about this team: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 647-971-7332.
We practice once a week from May 20 to Sept 16 and participate in 3 regattas.
Practicing TUESDAYs, 5:50 to 7:45 PM.
May 20/27, June 3/10/17/24, July (not 1 - Canada Day)/8/15/22/29, Aug 5/12/19/26, Sept 2/9/16.
The use of club paddles and life jackets is included, but you are welcome to use your own too.
Tuesday, July 1st on Toronto Island - on Canada's 158th birthday! This event is run by the Rusty Dragons and the Dominion Day Regatta Association.
Saturday, Aug 9th at the Pittock Conservation Area in Woodstock (part of the Thames River).
Saturday, Sept 20th at the Christie Lake Conservation Area. Teams race in a total of SIX races to finish the season.
$495
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 payment to say who it is for the e-mail transfer. Contact Tim 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 $495 fee is due upon registration or before the first practice. An option is two part payments: #1 $350 before first practice and the remaining $145 due by July 1. We do appreciate those who can pay the full amount early as we do have early team bills (practice site booking, regattas, etc). Thank you!