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Yearly Archives: 2025

Why Losing in Dragon Boat Racing Can Be Better Than Winning

As dragon boat coaches and competitive paddlers, we’re all chasing that moment of victory—crossing the finish line first, hearing the crowd roar, and feeling...

Using Visualisation for Dragon Boating

Have you ever wondered if there’s a secret weapon to take your paddling to the next level? Spoiler alert: it’s in your mind. Visualisation,...

Dragon Boat Wash Riding vs. Nose-to-Tail Drafting

Dragon boating is a thrilling blend of power, precision, and teamwork. With 10 to 20 paddlers driving a long, narrow boat at speeds of...

How Dragon Boating Transforms Lives for Women with Breast Cancer

For women navigating life after breast cancer, finding ways to reclaim strength, confidence, and community can feel like an uphill battle. Enter dragon boating—a...

Standard vs. Small Dragon Boat Performance With 10 Paddlers

One question that often comes up, especially for smaller crews, is how a standard dragon boat stacks up against a small dragon boat when...

Should a Silver Fox Tackle a Dragon?

This post is a different format to the others. It is an interview with myself on the question of whether one can be a...

The 50% Rule: A Dragon Boating Coach’s Guide to Realistic Planning

As a coach with years of experience in recreational dragon boating, primarily across two clubs, I’ve had the chance to observe patterns not just...

Breathing Patterns for Dragon Boat Racing: Optimizing Performance in 200m and 500m Races

Dragon boat racing is a unique blend of power, endurance, and teamwork, where every stroke counts and every breath fuels the effort. For coaches...