Availability:

Yr: 9, Yr: 10, Yr: 11, Yr: 12, Yr: 13

NOTE: REGISTRATIONS FOR TERM 1 2024 ARE NOW CLOSED. I DO RUN A WAITING LIST IN CASE STUDENTS PULL OUT OR ARE INJURED. 

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING ON THE WAITING LIST, PLEASE CONTACT ME AT THE START OF TERM 1, EITHER IN THE SPORTS OFFICE OR BY EMAIL: [email protected] 

Dragon Boating was introduced at Sacred Heart in 2021 and was a huge success. We will be entering two teams in 2024. A high level of fitness is required but no experience is necessary. Each boat has a coach who will teach you to paddle and a sweep who will steer the boat and give instructions on the water. Students must be able to swim and commit to attend all trainings and events. Don't sign up if you can't commit. The registration fee covers all trainings and two events. 

NOTE: We need 25 students per team (20 plus subs), if we do not have sufficient registrations then your fee will be refunded in full. Entries will be taken on a first come first served basis, payment is required to secure your place in the boat. 

• Trainings: Mondays AND Wednesdays, starting Mon 29 January until Wednesday 28 February 2024 - compulsory to attend BOTH sessions each week.
• Training Times: B Team: 5.00pm to 6.00pm  - Monday and Wednesday
• Training times A Team: 6.00pm to 7.00pm - Monday and Wednesday
• Venue(s): Frank Kitts Park in Wellington.
• Transport: Students must make their own way there. Most students get the public bus from Queensgate to Wellington train station, and walk to Frank Kitts park (a 10 min walk). 
• Event 1: Saturday 10 February 2024 - Harbour Fun Day
• Event 2: Sunday 3 March 2024 - Youth Racing and NZ Schools Nationals (combined)
• Uniform: Singlets provided, students provide own black polyprop and black shorts.
• Equipment: Paddles and buoyancy aids are provided for all students
• Ability: Students MUST be able to swim 50m with a buoyancy aid. No previous Dragon Boat experience is necessary 
• Fee: $65 
• Closing Date: 8 December 2024 (for registration and payment - no registration will be taken after this date)

Commitment and Communication

When you join a sports team, you must be fully committed to the team and attend all trainings and games. You are expected to tell your coach/manager if you are unable to attend a session.