SeaOPS Dragonboat Star 123

Min 8 Pax

Public – $240 per pax
So Member – 215 per pax

Course Overview

Participants will embark on a guided dragonboat journey from JYRC approximately a 34 NM distance, covering key fundamentals of paddling techniques, navigation, situational awareness, and group coordination in a real open sea expedition setting.

Course Objectives

• Demonstrate proper dragonboat paddling techniques (forward stroke, synchronization, endurance pacing)
• Understand and apply basic water safety and rescue awareness
• Work effectively as a team in a dragonboat setting
• Develop situational awareness in open-water environments
• Build confidence in long-distance expedition paddling
• Get to experience sailing with a dragonboat

Course Structure (2D1N)

Day 1: Skills Development & Expedition Paddle

Introduction & safety briefing and navigation theories

Dragonboat familiarisation

Basic paddling techniques and synchronization

Controlled practice session

Expedition paddle estimate 34 NM for Day 1

Check-in and overnight stay at Floating Resort

Day 2: Consolidation & Return Paddle

Morning Breakfast, warm-up

Advanced paddling drills (efficiency, endurance, coordination)
Use of sail

Return paddle to JYRC

Course debrief and assessment

Key Learning Components

Paddling Technique: Stroke mechanics, timing, and efficiency

Team Coordination: Communication, rhythm, and crew roles

Water Safety: Risk awareness, basic rescue concepts with and without safety boat

Expedition Skills: Endurance paddling and navigation (use of Navionics)

Assessment & Certification

Successful participants will attain the relevant SeaOPS Dragonboat Star certification (1–3 Star level depending on competency).

Please see the list of things to bring:

1. Water bottle (At least 1 litre is a MUST)
2. Bring in your own snacks
3. Dri-fit Shirt/Long Sleeves/Rash guard/Tights
4. Booties/ covered shoes (sacrificed to get wet) sports sandals with straps
5. Sunscreen/Cap/Sunglasses
6. Towel, change of clothes/footwear and toiletries