Experience Dragon Boat Racing - Chicago 2024
Friday, July 26, 2024
Past event
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day on the water at the Experience Dragon Boat Racing event in Chicago on Friday, July 26, 2024! Held in Rolling Meadows, this vibrant event invites both beginners and seasoned paddlers to dive into the thrilling world of dragon boat racing. Participants can choose from two engaging program options: the Train & Race Package, which consists of five weeks of practice leading up to the prestigious Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival, or the Race Ready Package, perfect for those wanting a quick refresh before the competition.
With the Train & Race Package, you’ll enjoy weekly one-hour practices at the Windy City Dragon Boat Club located at Lake Arlington, where you'll receive expert coaching and all the necessary equipment, including boats, paddles, and life jackets. Plus, you’ll get to compete alongside your fellow teammates at the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival! This event not only promotes fun and fitness but also offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with new friends and enjoy a unique team experience. Don’t miss out on this chance to make unforgettable memories on the water!
With the Train & Race Package, you’ll enjoy weekly one-hour practices at the Windy City Dragon Boat Club located at Lake Arlington, where you'll receive expert coaching and all the necessary equipment, including boats, paddles, and life jackets. Plus, you’ll get to compete alongside your fellow teammates at the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival! This event not only promotes fun and fitness but also offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with new friends and enjoy a unique team experience. Don’t miss out on this chance to make unforgettable memories on the water!
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Train & Race: Arlington Heights, IL
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Race Ready: Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival
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Organiser's description
Chicago Experience Dragon Boat Racing with GWN Dragon BoatSo you want to try dragon boat racing this summer, but are unsure where to begin. Rounding up twenty friends and co-workers can be like herding cats—er, dragons. That’s exactly why we created a recreational program within the Schaumburg/Elk Grove area, to help get you on the water this summer.
There are two Experience Dragon Boat Racing Program options available: Train & Race Package and Race Ready Package.Train & Race PackageProgram DetailsThe Experience Dragon Boat Train & Race package is a five-week program leading up to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival. One 1hr practice is held per week, making it the perfect opportunity to try out the sport without having to commit too much of your time. We supply you with all the equipment needed (i.e. boats, paddles, and lifejackets) – all you have to do is show up in clothes that can get wet!Along with the five-week program, you'll also get the chance to compete in the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival with the rest of the people in the program. Dragon boating is a great way to meet new people and this program can make you some lifelong friends.What you get:5 weeks of practices with a coach (held at Windy City Dragon Boat Club at Lake Arlington, 2201 N Windsor Dr, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004)All equipment provided (boats, paddles, lifejackets)Entry to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival along with the other program membersTeam shirt for the festivalTeam tent in the Athletes' Village at the festivalRace Ready PackageProgram DetailsGreat for locals who want to knock off some rust before the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival, or for paddlers who love to travel and want to join a team. What you get:1 practice with a coach the week leading up to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival (date/time/location TBC)All equipment provided (boats, paddles, lifejackets)Entry to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival along with the other program membersTeam shirt for the festivalTeam tent in the Athletes' Village at the festival
There are two Experience Dragon Boat Racing Program options available: Train & Race Package and Race Ready Package.Train & Race PackageProgram DetailsThe Experience Dragon Boat Train & Race package is a five-week program leading up to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival. One 1hr practice is held per week, making it the perfect opportunity to try out the sport without having to commit too much of your time. We supply you with all the equipment needed (i.e. boats, paddles, and lifejackets) – all you have to do is show up in clothes that can get wet!Along with the five-week program, you'll also get the chance to compete in the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival with the rest of the people in the program. Dragon boating is a great way to meet new people and this program can make you some lifelong friends.What you get:5 weeks of practices with a coach (held at Windy City Dragon Boat Club at Lake Arlington, 2201 N Windsor Dr, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004)All equipment provided (boats, paddles, lifejackets)Entry to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival along with the other program membersTeam shirt for the festivalTeam tent in the Athletes' Village at the festivalRace Ready PackageProgram DetailsGreat for locals who want to knock off some rust before the 11th Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival, or for paddlers who love to travel and want to join a team. What you get:1 practice with a coach the week leading up to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival (date/time/location TBC)All equipment provided (boats, paddles, lifejackets)Entry to the Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival along with the other program membersTeam shirt for the festivalTeam tent in the Athletes' Village at the festival
Location
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Experience Dragon Boat Racing - Chicago 2024
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