EP05: Is Dragon Boating a Sport or Just a Festival?
It’s a question that comes up more often than you’d think and in this episode of Paddles Ready, Dougie and Hando dive straight into it.
Is dragon boating a sport… or just a festival?
It’s a question that comes up more often than you’d think and in this episode of Paddles Ready, Dougie and Hando dive straight into it.
From local regattas to global events, dragon boating is built on more than just racing. It’s culture, tradition, community and above all, club pride.
In this episode, the boys break down what makes club identity so powerful across the world, from team songs and uniforms to international festivals and long-standing traditions that bring paddlers together.
🔥 In this episode:
- What “club pride” really means across different countries and cultures
- The traditions that define dragon boating from local festivals to global events
- How teams build identity through uniforms, rituals, and shared history
- The balance between competition, culture, and community in the sport
- Why dragon boating continues to grow as one of the most inclusive global sports
Plus:
👉 60 Seconds with Dougie featuring Tracey from Gold Coast Dragons
👉 Hot Take of the Week: Is dragon boating truly a sport or just a festival?
This episode explores the heart of the sport on and off the water.
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