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2nd December 2008
Last Sunday water training is 14th December.
Thursday sessions resume 8th January,
Sunday sessions resume 11th Jan, Wednesday sessions resume 11th Feb.


28th November 2008
An opportunity to attend circuits class during winter on Wednesdays 5.30-6.30 is now available, speak to Lauren for more details.


24th October 2008
The Execalibre AGM will be held on 19th November, please be at the club house by 6.45 for a 7pm start. Contact Sparky if you have any agenda items

7th October 2008
Execalibre has returned from an exciting Nationals in Nottingham. Reaching the 200m Cup competition for the first time, and improving their 500m by 6 seconds.

Congratulations everyone for your hard work!


4th May 2008
Execalibre recived second place in the 400m Plate Major final at the Exeter BDA event, and now has its first 16points to win the standard league
Article in Exeter Express & Echo


Previous News Archive

Welcome to the exciting world of Dragon Boat Racing – by visiting our website you have just taken a step towards a fitter, healthier, happier you!

What is Dragon Boat Racing?

Dragon boating is a dynamic, challenging Chinese water sport, where 38” boats race over courses varying from 200m to 2000m, the most common being 200m and 500m. The Dragon boats themselves are really stable craft, but take quite a lot of training to learn how to race fast.
Paddling is a simple technique to pick up; however it does require practice to really master it.

To see a Dragon Boat Race click here
Even famous people do Dragon boating - See Kate Middleton and her Dragon Boat Crew!

Why do Dragon Boat Racing?

There are many really good reasons to do Dragon Boating! Here are just a few of them:

• It keeps you fit, healthy and active
• It’s one of the few sports where men and women can compete together in a team
• It’s challenging, exciting, unique and above all FUN!
• It’s suitable for all ages and fitness levels
• It’s a team sport so you meet interesting new people with a common interest
• You get out into the fresh air on Exeter’s beautiful canal and river
• You can do it recreationally, or take it up to higher competitive levels
• Execalibre are a friendly sociable bunch who love their paddling, but also like socials too!

How do I ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing!’?

The club runs regular ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing!’ sessions which include a basic introduction to Dragon Boat Racing.
For more details about the next ‘Get Dragon Boat Racing?’ course, click here.

Execalibre also has regular weekly water training sessions on Wednesday at 6.45pm; Thursday at 6.30pm and two sessions on a Sunday, 9.30am and 11.00am.
At the Canoe Club on Exeter quay (next to Haven Banks Activity Centre)

To find out more about Execalibre Dragon Boat Club contact our Club Secretary on secretary@execalibre.co.uk


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