Brighton Dragon Boat Club

Paddling Sessions

As of 2025, we now offer 10 paddling time slots, making it easier for young people and working professionals to participate. Sessions are available on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, and early mornings on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday—providing seven opportunities each week to get out on the water.

Recreational Program paddlers have 10 opportunities to paddle… every day of the week at various times and twice on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Our club is proud of the fact that no other local club offers this incredible value for money … more paddling sessions, very experienced coaches and steers and the best paddling water in the area.  Here is our new and exciting offering to our community:

Offered 7 times per week with a main goal to have FUN, learn solid dragon boat skills, and get some physical fitness. It is a great way to start in the dragon boat sport, and a wonderful place to make friends.   See chart below - programs in blue.

Technical/Fitness Programs:   

Offered Monday mornings at 9 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6 PM, and Wednesday evenings at 6 PM, these intermediate-level practices are led by highly experienced coaches who break down the key components of the dragon boat stroke, allowing paddlers to refine and strengthen their technique. The sessions provide a full-body workout, with legs acting as an anchor while the arms, shoulders, and back powerfully engage to pull the paddle through the water.

Tuesday evenings incorporate technical fitness with a touch of race-paced intensity, offering a dynamic training experience. In contrast, Wednesday sessions focus on refining stroke efficiency without the race-pace element. These practices are more challenging than the recreational program but less intense than competitive training—perfect for those looking to improve their skills and potentially transition to a competitive crew.  See chart below - program in green.