For individuals

Dragon boating provides individuals with a myriad of health benefits. These include

• Enhanced cardiovascular fitness
• Strength training of several muscle groups including those in the neck, back, shoulders, chest, abdomen, hips, and thighs
• Improved coordination and increased awareness of how the body moves in relation to other paddlers
• Reduced stress
• Improved mood, body image, confidence and self-esteem
• Increase in energy levels
• Social bonding, pride in being part of a team along with a sense of self-accomplishment

For corporations, organisations and groups

Dragon boating is one of the fastest growing corporate/group activities and is rich in learning opportunities. It provides a unique platform for the following purposes:

• an ‘ice-breaker’ at a company conference or training course
• a popular team building exercise
• a superb motivational activity
• an excellent inter office/company challenge
• a fun social club activity
• a brand-building exercise
• an unusual attraction at a festival
  

• Enhanced camaraderie and teamwork resulting in strong, supportive relationships and therefore, cohesive

• Collaboration, timing, effort, and putting team before self, similar qualities that are critical in workplaces and for teams

• The bridging of communication gaps by bringing together staff of various levels – from CEO to janitor – to work alongside each other to achieve a common goal

• Increased productivity and effectiveness via the exploration of group dynamics and the breaking down of barriers

• Mass participation, regardless of gender, age, size, fitness levels and prior dragon boating experience

• The physical experience of being in the dragon boat and feeling the synchronicity of group movement is an excellent springboard for clear, creative thinking and innovation

• Boosts in employee self-confidence and motivation

• A cost-effective, fun way to have people become healthier and be able to cope with stress better.