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Philadelphia International Dragon Boat Festival Tailgate Cookbook
Watch for the Philadelphia International Dragon Boat Festival Tailgate Cookbook coming out in the Fall of 2010!
October 15, 2009
Download the 2009 Race Results
Registration for the
2010 Philadelphia International Dragon Boat Race opens
Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 11 AM
What is Dragon Boat Racing?
This event is open to MEN and WOMEN from ages 18 and over at any level of ability! The paddlers move in unison, combining strength with teamwork in a boat whose elaborate design originates in ancient China. Dragon boats are the world’s largest flat water racing canoes, propelled by a crew of 20 plus a drummer and a steersperson. Teamwork is everything in dragon boat racing. Synchronicity is more important than strength. A perfectly synchronized team will almost always beat a stronger, but less coordinated team.
PRACTICES
Attention all team captains! Click here to access info about your practices… From scheduling to rules, it's all here.
FOR CAPTAINS
Thinking about starting a team? Find out everything you need to know about being a dragon boat team captain.
FOR TEAMS
Learn all about paddling a dragon boat. Here you will find information about the roles you can play on a team as well as tips for training and safety.
REGISTER
We are still accepting team registrations for our 2009 Festival. Register now to reserve your team’s practice times and tent location.Before you register, please review:
Registration Fees
Captain Responsibilities
Waiver Policy
