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If you are interested in Dragon Boat racing in Sydney then this course is for you.

Combining athleticism with ancient traditions, dragon boat racing is a great way to get fit while working in a friendly, team environment. Led by the 2006 National Champions, these introductory sessions will teach you the basics of the sport as you paddle around scenic Blackwattle bay and surrounding areas. Discover why dragon boat racing is one of the fastest growing sports in Australia.

Dragon boating originated out of the turmoil of China in the 4th century BC. Qu Yuan, a poet and statesman, threw himself into the river in protest against corruption. Fisherman raced in their boats to save him but all was in vain. To commemorate this event, boats adorned in decorative dragon heads and tails raced in his honour.

From its beginnings as a traditional Chinese festival, dragon boat racing has become one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Dragon boat racing started in Sydney in 1984. There are now over 30 clubs paddling within the Sydney area. The Mavericks Dragon Boating club, who will be running the Community College course, have been in operation for 15 years. We are one of the leading clubs within Australia, having finished 5th at the 2005 National Championships.

Agenda

During this course, the following topics will be covered, but not necessarily in the order given. Due to the flexible nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the class.

• Session 1: introduction to Dragon Boating, including a risk assessment and induction session, safety drills, basic technique drills (both on and off the water), timing and rhythm aspects of dragonboating (session will consist of 1 hour land-based and 1 hour water-based);
• Session 2: Reiterate what was learnt the previous week with a focus on timing, rhythm and technique;
• Session 3: The paddlers should now be familiar with the basic aspects of dragon boating. In this session we introduce speed to the stroke whilst still emphasising power and technique.

Objectives

Proposed learning outcomes:

• Basic Technique of Dragon Boating
• Intermediate Techniques of Dragon Boating
• Teamwork
• Cultural aspects of dragon boating

Other Materials

The meeting point will be under the Pyrmont side pylon of the Anzac bridge. Access via bank Street. Students are advised to plan to be there early. Directions are travel along Bank Street past the entry to the Fish Markets (on your left) for another 250 to 300 metres. You will then be at the meeting point. You should move inside the car park gates and ask for course tutor Peter Yates or Mavericks Dragon Boating. Peter will have his mobile on him until they get out on the water (0414 267 319), if you can’t find the meeting point. Alternatively, Michael can be contacted on 0439 994 509.

• Students need to be able to swim at least 50m to be able to undertake course

Students to bring:

• Water bottle
• Towel
• Change of clothes
• Thongs or shoes must be worn (non-marking shoes must be worn)
• Please note: It is the mission of Sydney Community College to provide quality, accessible education and training. Our commitment to improve the quality of all courses we offer is on going. This extends to ensuring that safety of all our students and we therefore require you to complete the following Physical Activity Readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q). If you enrol by phone a PAR-Q will be sent with your enrolment confirmation. If you enrol on-line please download a PAR-Q form from the ‘more’ section (under forms) on the home page or see the attachment below.

All sport/recreation classes are active and therefore any physical or health-related impairment that may affect your safety must be bought to the attention of the tutor.

PLS NOTE: All classes need a minimum number of students to go ahead. If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled and you will be informed. ***Please be aware that you may be be informed of a cancellation &/or change via SMS or E-mail.