Sea Dragons
Founded: 2010
Team Type: Female recreational team (that also enjoys racing!)
Practice Times:
Tuesday: On the dock at 5:30 pm, on the water 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Thursday: On the dock at 5:30 pm, on the water 6:00 - 7:30 pm
About the Team: Our team was formed in the Spring of 2010. Our goal is to promote health and friendship through physical activity.
We call ourselves “fun-petitive,” meaning we are a recreational team that also enjoys racing. Traditionally we enter two races a year and include some race training during regular practices to prepare for them. Dryland training isn’t required or expected.
We paddle in the evenings to accommodate working hours. Our practices focus on improving technique, endurance and strength. We also participate in several fun events each year such as full moon paddles, team beach parties, and picnics at Bute Island.
Because of the friendships built over the years and to stay connected in the off season, we also participate in off-the-water activities such as ukulele playing, car rally, pickleball and book clubs.
Our team has volunteered for many local events including Dine on the Dock, Pirate Festival, Maritime Festival, and the Ladysmith Light-up Parade.
Races:
2024 WCDBS Regatta, Sproat Lake: 2nd Place Women’s Gold Division, 300 meter
Coach(es): Dawn Bezeau, Mary Clarke
Captain(s): Dawn Bezeau, Veronica Cadden
Steer(s): Rick Page, Carol Ann Kjartanson
Recruitment: Our boat is currently full for the 2024 paddling season, but send us a note if you’d like to join the wait list.
We are a female paddling team with an age range from 40 to 80; however, we would be happy to include dedicated women of any age.
