What does the federation offer for people who want to try dragon boating?

We help you find a local club through our Club Finder and offer Dragon Pass as a come and try option. We also support participation for all abilities.

Where can I meet or train, and are there programs for different groups?

Use the Club Finder to connect with a club in your area. We also run participation pathways including all abilities participation, schools, and university programs.

How do I get started or register my interest?

Start with the Club Finder to find a club, or use Dragon Pass for a come and try experience. You can also explore participation options like all abilities participation and the schools or universities programs.

Australian Dragon Boat Federation | Dragon Boat Racing in

Dragon boat races are held in Australia from Broome to Brisbane, from Perth to Sydney and from Adelaide to Darwin. The first Australian involvement occurred in 1980 when the Penang Tourist Development Corporation invited the WA Surf Life Saving Association to send a team to the Penang Festival. This was followed the next year by invitations from the HKTA to WA and NSW to send teams to what was then considered the unofficial world championships on Hong Kong Harbour. In 1984 Sydney held the inaugural Sydney Dragon Boat Festival at Farm Cove.

The Western Australia Dragon Boat Association formed in 1985. All states have subsequently formed State Associations. Australian Clubs tour regularly overseas and have been sighted at least once at all the major international festivals.