Dragon boat - Wikipedia
WEBA dragon boat is a human-powered watercraft originating from the Pearl River Delta region of China's southern Guangdong Province. These were made of teak, but in other parts of China different kinds of wood are used. It is one of a family of traditional paddled long boats found throughout Asia, Africa, the Pacific islands, and Puerto Rico.
What is a Dragon Boat? - All You Need to Know about Dragon Boating
WEBJun 4, 2019 · The dragon boat is a long and narrow watercraft shaped and decorated as a Chinese Dragon. Chinese people take part in Boat Racing to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival.
Home - United States Dragon Boat Federation
WEBThe USDBF is the governing body for the sport of dragon boat in the United States, and a founding member of the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF). The USDBF is a volunteer organization dedicated to the sport of dragon boat racing.
What is dragon boat racing? | Britannica - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBAn introduction to dragon boating, a sport in which a long boat is propelled by a large team of paddlers.
History & Culture - International Dragon Boat Federation
WEBThe boat’s main distinguishing features, are a mythical Asian-style dragon head attached to the prow (front); a stylized dragons tail attached to the Stern (rear), with dragon scales painted along the sides of the boat.
What is Dragon Boating? History Behind Dragon Boat Festival
WEBJun 28, 2024 · A DRAGON BOAT is a long, narrow canoe-style boat made of wood or fiberglass. It is a dragon head and tail that are believed to symbolize the spirit of the Chinese legendary creature. A team of paddlers paddles the boat under their power (with the same type of blades used by flatwater sprint …
International Dragon Boat Federation
WEBThe IDBF is an international non-governmental, non-profit world organization for dragon boating and other paddle sport activities.
Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival Returns to the Cuyahoga
WEB2 days ago · Sat 9/21 @ 9AM. The Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival got its start on the Cuyahoga and the moved out to Lorain’s Black River for several years. It’s now back in downtown Cleveland, making it easier for observers to come down to Heritage Park in the Flats and watch as the rowers take to the water. Each of the colorful boats is powered by a ...
The Legends Behind the Dragon Boat Festival | Smithsonian
WEBMay 14, 2009 · There are many competing explanations for Duanwu Jie, the Dragon Boat Festival, which falls on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar—this year, May 28. All involve some...
Dragon Boat Technique For Beginners - How To Paddle
WEBFind what works for you and follow along! This video goes through the basics of the set up, catch, press, and recovery. Other teams have different ways of breaking down the stroke, and we decided...