One of the most exciting and inclusive water sports and one of the fastest growing sports you can take part in worldwide.
What is Dragonboating?
Dragon boating typically involves paddling a large canoe style boat with up to 22 other people in the same boat, together using a single bladed paddle. It is an excellent activity to improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscle, increase mobility, relieving stress and all while promoting teamwork. It involves a whole body workout that builds strength, stamina and endurance.
Why Try Dragon boating with Amathus?
Whether you’re looking to improve your strength and fitness, push your limits, meet new people, try something new and fun, any or all of the above, THIS is the sport for you! Dragon boating is great sport and open to the highly competitive athlete or somebody who has never tried sport since their schooldays. Amathus Dragon Boat Club offers a variety of opportunities from those who want to push their physical and mental limits competing nationally or eventually internationally to others who just want to improve their health no matter how unfit. Either way the sport fosters a great club spirit and is excellent for mind and body. What’s more your first session is FREE! All equipment provided and it takes place in the fantastic setting of Liverpool’s vibrant Albert Dock network. So what have you go to lose?
Whether intrigued or you still need more convincing, have a peek at the videos and get a glimpse of what Dragon boating can be all about.
For more information about Dragon boating today and its centuries old history click on the button here or explore the video above.
Who is Dragonboating For?
Experience shows that the dedicated sports person or more casual member can both get so much from the club. So don’t be put off whichever end of the spectrum you gravitate towards. Hey even if you have never done anything repotely physical in the past, take a look at what some of our members say. It has been said, “Wow I didnt realise I would ever find a sport I like!” What’s more once hooked, many a casual member has progressed through to highly competitive racing, much to their surprise and enjoyment.
Above all Amathus Dragonboat Club provides an excellent support network to suite the level of involvement you want to have.
What do I need for Dragon boating?
What you will need to bring to your first session:
- gym kit/sports kit including footwear such as trainers( you don’t mind getting a little wet)
- a waterproof coat or jacket and long sleeve top/hat/ warm layers for the cooler months.
- a towel and change of clothes
- a drink/snack for afterwards
Please do not wear:
- jeans
- boots of any kind e.g wellington, walking boots, fashion
- dangly earrings
- wetsuits
- heavy, bulky items of clothing such as winter coats.
Failure to wear suitable clothing may result in you being unable to take part.
When and Where are the Amathus Dragonboat Sessions?
What our Members Say
Don’t just listen to us. See what some of our members have said. Members who before joining may have been just like you. From those who have gone on to represent Great Britian all over the world to invaluable members who attend purely for health and social benefits as well as those who enjoy the activity for their own reasons.
“A great way to get fit outdoors.”
“Cheaper than the gym and less daunting.”
“An inclusive sport, everyone is welcome.”
“Brilliant fun socialising with a fun bunch.”
“Loved racing at some great venues all across the UK.”
“I cannot believe what it’s done for my health.”
“Absolutely gobsmacked I’ve got to represent GB across the world.”
Contact Amathus Dragonboat Club
Amathus welcome all physiques and abilities. Our experienced coaches will support you in achieving your individual goals and needs.
enquiries@amathusdbc.org.uk
Liverpool Watersports Centre
110 Mariners Wharf
Liverpool
L3 4DG