Dragon Boat
Join the ORCC Dragon Boat program and paddle your way through the season, from early May until mid-October! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or brand new to the sport, this program offers an exciting way to stay active, connect with a team, and enjoy the beauty of the Ottawa River.
Members can participate by adding the Big Boat Add-on to their memberships, while non-members can purchase a Try-It-Out Multi-Pass to join the crew on select evenings. No experience? No problem! Our welcoming community and skilled coaches will have you paddling in sync in no time.
Come for the fitness, stay for the camaraderie—see you on the water!
Program Details
Fees
Option 1:
- Become a member and purchase the Big Boat Add On to access the program free of charge
Option 2:
- If you are new to the ORCC, you have the option to purchase a Try-it-Out multipass which can be used for Dragonboat
Additional Coach Fee
- On evenings when the DB crew hires a coach to lead the practice, Anita, our dragonboat coordinator will take attendance and bill you at the end of the season for the coach costs ($35 per practice spread out amongst the boat participants).
Schedule
Dates & Times
- Monday: 6:15 - 7:15 PM
- Thursdays: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Competitions
The ORCC DB crew participates in the annual Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival (ODBF) along with other regional competiitions depending on interest.
There is no requirement to compete in any competition although we do highly recommend joining in on the fun for the ODBF and go from there!