Welcome to the exciting world of Dragon Boat Racing – by visiting our website you have just taken a step towards a fitter, healthier, happier you!

What is Dragon Boat Racing?

Dragon boating is a dynamic, challenging Chinese water sport, where 38” boats race over courses varying from 200m to 2000m, the most common being 200m and 500m. The Dragon boats themselves are really stable craft, but take quite a lot of training to learn how to race fast.
Paddling is a simple technique to pick up; however it does require practice to really master it.

To see a Dragon Boat Race click here
Even famous people do Dragon boating - See Kate Middleton and her Dragon Boat Crew!

Why do Dragon Boat Racing?

There are many really good reasons to do Dragon Boating! Here are just a few of them:

• It keeps you fit, healthy and active • It’s one of the few sports where men and women can compete together in a team • It’s challenging, exciting, unique and above all FUN! • It’s suitable for all ages and fitness levels • It’s a team sport so you meet interesting new people with a common interest • You get out into the fresh air on Exeter’s beautiful canal and river • You can do it recreationally, or take it up to higher competitive levels • Execalibre are a friendly sociable bunch who love their paddling, but also like socials too!

How do I ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing!’?

The club runs regular ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing!’ sessions which include a basic introduction to Dragon Boat Racing.
For more details about the next ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing’ course, click here.

Execalibre also has regular weekly water training sessions for all abilities at the Canoe Club on Exeter Canal (next to Haven Banks Activity Centre), 62 Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8DP.

These are on Tuesdays 6.30pm, Wednesdays 6.45pm, Thursdays 6.30pm and Sundays 9.30am and 11am

To find out more about Execalibre Dragon Boat Club contact our Club Secretary