Representative: Amanda Sistilli
Email: thedragonators@gmail.com
List of Events:
We are the Dragonators! A rec/intermediate level team recruiting paddlers new and experienced. All ages are welcome! We practice at Sunnyside, Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm, we get in the water May 7th!
We like to strive a vibe of having fun, learning good technique and building stamina for races so we can win that oh so sweet bling. Join us on the water for this season! We get on the water the first week of May and paddle until our final race in August.
Representative: Jennifer Kerwood
Email: Jenniferkerwood@gmail.com
List of Events:
Website: https://paddlersanon.com/
Representative: Danny Fee
Email: paddlersanon.dacatch@gmail.com
List of Events:
Milton: A local favorite to kick things off.
Toronto Islands: One of the largest regattas in Canada.
Montreal Regatta: Yes, we’re taking this show on the road!
Registration for 2026 is now OPEN!
Paddlers Anonymous daCatch
Website: https://paddlersanon.com/
Email: paddlersanon.dacatch@gmail.com
Paddlers Anonymous (PA) was founded in 2000 by three students from the University of Waterloo. It was originally created as a way for new friends to have fun and experience the sport of dragon boat racing over the course of one summer. Since then, PA has grown into a multi-team organization involving dynamic individuals from various Canadian universities and the Greater Toronto Area workforce. Are you looking for a sport that’s fun, challenging, and gets you on the water? Join DaCatch – a competitively focused recreational dragon boat team! We’re seeking a few more paddlers ready to learn and sharpen their skills, build strength, and push past limits.
Please visit our website for more information on our team and the 2026 Team
Schedule: https://paddlersanon.com/team-dacatch/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/paddlersanon
Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/paddlersanon/
Where We Train:
Afterburn Fitness: Build strength and advance your technical skills in paddling.
Balmy Beach Canoe Club: A stunning outdoor location, even if it occasionally smells like dragon boat sweat.
Where We Race:
• Milton: A local favorite to kick things off.
• Toronto Islands: One of the largest regattas in Canada.
• Montreal Regatta: Yes, we’re taking this show on the road!
Please fill out the complete registration form. *Completing the form does not guarantee you have been accepted into the team. We will be in touch with the next steps if you are selected. Preference will be given to returning paddlers first.
2026 Registration form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzGar6jpvKQP6UOiN1uGTiEPOf2x_DVM1qXEfGhIvX5P0jmQ/viewform
If you are interested or have any questions about our team, feel free to shoot us an email at paddlersanon.dacatch@gmail.com.
Website: http://www.aquaholics.ca
Representative: J.J. Breede
Email: jjb_007@hotmail.com
Quarter-century strong and still making waves!
Join the Aquaholics dragon boat team for fierce races, fun faces, and the ultimate team vibe. We train hard, laugh louder, and celebrate every splash. Experienced and newbies welcome—just bring spirit and maybe a towel. Let’s paddle into year 25 together!
Website: http://www.leviathandbc.com/
Email: leviathan.dbc@gmail.com
List of Events:
2025 Events (Gold-Black Team): Pickering, Toronto Island, Montreal Challenge, Canadian Nationals, GWN Challenge
2025 Events (Orange-Red Team): Milton, Toronto Island, Montreal Challenge, GWN Challenge
2025 Events (Purple Team): Toronto Women’s Regatta (Heart Lake), Toronto Island, GWN Challenge
True North Leviathan is one of the largest and fastest-growing dragon boat racing programs in Toronto, Canada, dedicated to developing athletes beyond the recreational level. We are a progressive team focused on helping athletes unlock their full potential, offering opportunities for both new and experienced paddlers. Our emphasis is on creating an environment that promotes growth, fosters a strong sense of competitiveness, and builds community spirit.
The Leviathan Orange-Red team is our “gateway development” mixed-gender program, specifically designed to provide athletes with the foundational skills necessary to advance beyond recreational participation. For those seeking to take their skills to the next level, the Leviathan Gold-Black “competitive development” mixed-gender team and the Purple (women’s) program are geared toward refining skills for high-performance competitive racing. These teams are committed to consistently being among the fastest “twice-a-week” crews in the province, setting ambitious goals for excellence in the sport.
Representative: Debbie Wilson
Email: debbielwilson27@gmail.com
List of Events:
May 25, 2025 – Hearlake Dragon Boat Festival
August 9, 2025 – Welland Hope Floats
Join Gilda’s Dragons this summer, to Get Fit, Enjoy the Great Outdoors, and Make New Friends. We are a group of like-minded women, cancer survivors and supporters. We welcome individuals of all experience levels, from seasoned paddlers to beginners. Whether you’re looking to try something new, stay active, or make meaningful connections, Gilda’s Dragon Boat team offers a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information or to sign up. We would love to have you on board!
Practices location: Toronto Sailing and Canoe Club (TSCC), 1391 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K3C1 (free parking for registered members)
2 Practices per week: Monday and Wednesday, 6:30-7:30pm, starting from May 5, 2025, through end of September
All ages are welcome!
Beginners are welcome!
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/torontowyvernclub
Representative: Robin Guo and Carmen Gao
Email: torontowyvernclub@gmail.com
List of Events:
• Welland Hope Floats Challenge (August 9, 2025)
• Tim Hortons GWN Dragon Boat Challenge (September 6–7, 2025)
Unleash the Dragon in You — Join the Toronto Wyvern Club!
Founded in 2023, the Toronto Wyvern Club is home to a vibrant and multicultural dragon boat team open to paddlers of all levels — whether you’re new to the sport or have years of experience under your belt.
We’re more than just a team — we’re a community united by passion, perseverance, and the power of teamwork. Under the expert guidance of Coach Bonny, a 26-year dragon boat veteran and Team Canada paddler who has competed on the world stage, you’ll develop your technique, build fitness, and unlock your full potential.
Summer Practices:
Every Saturday from June 21st, 2025 to Sept 7th, 2025
8:00–9:30 AM
Lake Wilcox, Richmond Hill, Ontario
With us, you’ll train hard, laugh often, and celebrate every victory — big or small. We pride ourselves on being warm, inclusive, and respectful, creating a space where every paddler feels supported and empowered.
Want a glimpse of what we’re all about? Check out our story featured in York Region News:
[York Region Novices Paddling Toward Victory](https://www.yorkregion.com/life/york-region-novices-paddling-toward-victory-at-torontos-dragon-boat-festival/article_410aa3c3-94aa-5e01-afb5-d106e0e4f34e.html)
Ready to paddle with us? Reach out at torontowyvernclub@gmail.com we’d love to welcome you aboard!
Come to see us at the Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival on June 14 -15!
We are at Site #51!
Discover the strength in unity,
Discover the Wyvern within!
Website: https://www.sacadragonboat.com/
Representative: Amy McBride
Email: sacagoldendragon@gmail.com
List of Events:
* Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival (Turkey Lake – Oct 4th)
* 2025 USDBF Club Crew National Championships (Nathan Benderson Park – Sarasota – October 17th – 19th)
* Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival (Lake Hernando Park – Nov 1st)
* 2026 Puerto Rico Dragon Boat Festival (San Juan PR – Jan 31st)
* 2026 Bahamas International Dragon Boat Festival (Nassau – May 2nd)
Join the S.A.C.A. Dragon Boat Team!
The Suncoast Asian Cultural Association (S.A.C.A.) is a dragon boat team based in Tampa, Florida. Founded in 2015 as a small local club, we’ve grown into a dynamic nonprofit with members across the country. We race at community festivals and world championship events alike.
But we’re more than just a racing team. S.A.C.A. is proud to celebrate and share Asian heritage through:
Community outreach
Traditional dragon & lion dance performances
Rhythmic Tanggu drumming and music
Why Join S.A.C.A.?
No experience necessary – just bring your energy and team spirit!
Friendly, inclusive, and supportive team environment
Great for building fitness, discipline, and lifelong friendships
Deep cultural roots and community involvement
Practice Location: Tampa River Center
Practice Schedule:
Mondays & Wednesdays: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
** Please arrive 30 minutes before start time.
Try 3 practices for free!
We have a youth team!
Age 12+
We provide all the gear you need — paddle and PFD included.
Our Mission:
Promote Asian cultural activities within the Tampa Bay community.
Provide access and opportunities in the sport of dragon boating.
Uphold fairness, safety, and good sportsmanship for all members.
Website: https://puffdragonboat.com/
Representative: Marc Applewhite
Email: puffdbrt@gmail.com
List of Events:
Annual Events we Usually Attend:
– Synergy Series, Hollywood, FL (4x/year, 10 person boats, Men/Women/Mixed)
– Puerto Rico
– Sarasota
– Tampa
– Orlando
– Miami
Puff is a 501(c)(3) organization established in 2003, based in Miami, FL, and practicing in the Miami Marine Stadium basin. We have 3-4 practices per week, all year, and races spread out throughout the year. We encourage use of the club OC-1s and OC-2s for training, and we use the OC-2 for testing for race seats.
The head coach is a five time Team USA paddler and ongoing Team USA coach, and all assistant coaches are multi-time team USA veterans. We have some races where we are multiple boats deep in a division and everyone races, and others where the bar for a seat is very high.
We are always looking for new paddlers, get in touch!
Website: http://www.leviathandbc.com/
Representative: Gary Pang
Email: leviathan.dbc@gmail.com
List of Events:
2026 Events (Gold-Black Team): Pickering, Toronto Island, GWN Sport, Hope Floats
2026 Events (Orange-Red Team): Milton, Toronto Island, GWN Sport, Hope Floats
2026 Events (Purple): Toronto Women’s Regatta, Toronto Island, Hope Floats
True North Leviathan is one of the largest and fastest-growing dragon boat racing programs in Toronto, Canada, dedicated to developing athletes beyond the recreational level. We are a progressive team focused on helping athletes unlock their full potential, offering opportunities for both new and experienced paddlers. Our emphasis is on creating an environment that promotes growth, fosters a strong sense of competitiveness, and builds community spirit.
The Leviathan Orange-Red team is our “gateway development” mixed-gender program, specifically designed to provide athletes with the foundational skills necessary to advance beyond recreational participation. For those seeking to take their skills to the next level, the Leviathan Gold-Black “competitive development” mixed-gender team and the Purple (women’s) program are geared toward refining skills for high-performance competitive racing. These teams are committed to consistently being among the fastest “twice-a-week” crews in the province, setting ambitious goals for excellence in the sport.
Website: https://www.rustydragons.ca/teams/flying-dragons
Representative: Shalini
Email: Flying-Dragons@RustyDragons.ca
List of Events:
Hamilton Waterfest on July 4, 2026
Hope Floats Challenge in Welland on August 15, 2026
Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat Festival on September 19, 2026
We are an established, fun, positive, and recreational dragon boat team based out of Outer Harbour in Toronto. Our focus is to be inclusive and welcome all paddlers regardless of age or experience.
Please note that we practice to race. Dragon boating is a fun and athletic sport, but it does need a basic level of fitness, so that you can paddle steadily for roughly one hour.
Practices take place weekly from May to September. We care about improving our performance, no matter where we are or who we are up against. Together, we can build a sense of belonging, inclusion and achievement.
Michael Teixeira will continue to coach us in 2026.
Join us and meet new people, learn new skills, breathe in some fresh air, enjoy the waterfront, and get some exercise. Don’t miss our adventure this coming season with the thrill of racing and the camaraderie of our special group. Please see the website for more details.
Website: http://www.georginadbc.ca/
Representative: Faye Baisley
Email: dragon@georginadbc.ca
List of Events:
Port Perry Dragon Boat Festival – June 13th 2026
Georgina Dragon Boat Club is a community-based paddling club in Georgina, Ontario, offering recreational, leisure, and youth dragon boat programs for all experience levels. We practice regularly on Lake Simcoe, with locations in Keswick and Holland Landing. Our focus is on teamwork, technique, fitness, and fun in a welcoming and supportive environment that builds confidence and community through the sport of dragon boat.
Register before May 1st to guarantee your sport for the 2026 season. For inquiries please contact us!
Website: https://paddlersanon.com/dawave/
Representative: Ivan Sacramento
Email: dawave.pa@gmail.com
List of Events:
Milton Dragon Boat Festival
Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival
Montreal International Dragon Boat Challenge
daWave is a recreational dragon boat team that welcomes paddlers of all levels, from first-timers to seasoned vets. We’re more than just a team;we’re a community that trains hard, has fun, and supports each other both on and off the water. Whether you’re here to try something new, meet people, or paddle your heart out, daWave is a place to grow, compete, and enjoy the ride.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/nNLrmN53u6B5ScDc8
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