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NSW State Championships - Race day wrap up
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- Published on Sunday, 07 April 2013 22:51
The Dragon Boats NSW State Championships were held last Saturday 30 March at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith. Different Strokes entered five crews (two Opens, two Mixed, and one Womens) with a total of 51 paddlers participating. The day resulted in us ranking 7th in NSW in the Premier Opens category, and in the top ten for the Premier Mixed category as well. Superb work team!
I think we can safely say smiles all around!
Rodney has also sliced together a great video of our different crews which brilliantly demonstrates the energy and excitement of race day. Thanks Rod!
A big thank you to all of the friends and family of Different Strokes that made it down. It makes the race day experience all the more special knowing you're there supporting us.
Last but not least, a very special congratulations to our head coach, Tanya White, and friend of Different Strokes, Mary Weaver, for receiving the DBNSW President's Award for their service to the dragon boating community in their hard work in building the junior capacity in the sport.
The 2013 AusDBF Australian Dragon Boat Racing Championships is less than two weeks away. See you all at training. Paddles up!
Different Strokes at Fair Day & our next Social Paddle
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- Published on Friday, 08 February 2013 00:11
It's getting to the business end of the dragon boat paddling season. We've got a few fun things coming up over the next couple of weeks.
Our stall at Fair Day
Mardi Gras season is upon us! If you'll be checking out Fair Day, be sure to swing by the Different Strokes stall, located with the other Team Sydney sports stalls, near the Main Stage and Sea of Hearts (link to map).
Paddlers will be manning the stall and will be more than happy to chat about the sport, if you're still fuzzy about what it is exactly, and whether or not it's something you'll be interested in (it most likely will be!).
- Location: Victoria Park, City Road, Camperdown
- When: 10am to 4pm
You'll also have the opportunity to register for our next social paddle...
Our next Social Paddle
Different Strokes will be running a social paddle and sausage sizzle on Saturday, 16th February, as a part of our involvement with Mardi Gras.
Come and experience what dragon boating is like! We welcome everyone to our sessions, women & men, young & older, all levels of fitness. You can come along to 3 sessions for free!
- Location: Bank St, Pyrmont (under the ANZAC Bridge)
- When: Saturday 16th February, meeting at 9:45am
- More info: See the Training Information page for more details about where we train, what to wear, and what to expect.
Register for our next social paddle by filling out the form below:
If you've got any questions, just email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or call Ray on 0412 322 336.
Come float our boat! Different Strokes Open Day Paddle: Saturday 27th October
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- Published on Monday, 22 October 2012 21:01
I think everyone can agree that summer is definitely knocking at our doors! Training on the water in the past few weeks has been awesome (both in effort and temperature) and we’re all gearing up for future racing regattas after some great results so far this season (incl. a minor final win at the 200 meter racing at Penrith recently).
Our next open day paddle is October 27 so if you know anyone who would like to give dragon boating a go, to see what all the fuss is about, tell them to come down - everyone is welcome!
Also, if you’re a past member and can’t paddle due to injury or other commitments, we’d still love to see you and say hello - afterall, Different Strokes is also about the social aspect of our group and we'd love to maintain the connections we've made with some great people. So feel welcome to come to our sausage sizzle afterwards and say gidday – just RSVP. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Ray Bennie: 0412 322 336
How to find us? Click the Training tab for directions. There is ample street parking available and the ‘Fish Markets’ Light Rail stop is 200 meters away.
DBNSW volunteer of the month
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- Published on Friday, 05 October 2012 19:36
Congratulations to Mat Anderson, DBNSW volunteer of the month. Mat Anderson was chosen for always being willing to help out at Bank Street. His efforts after Ryde Rivers Festival is especially appreciated.
A big thank you to those who have volunteered at Ryde Rivers Festival: Mat A, Ray B, Victor C & Britta.
Also our volunteers for Penrith are Leena and Matt D.
People need to start thinking about our November regatta, which is to be held at Manly Dam.
Get in touch with Margot for more information, or to volunteer, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Current volunteer tally for the season: 6
Spring dragon boat offer!
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- Published on Wednesday, 05 September 2012 13:18
Summer is well and truly on its way and the Different Strokes Dragon Boat Club is gearing up for another great season of racing.
And we’d like you to be part of our success!
If you’ve been a member in the past, if you’ve previously come along to our open day paddles, or if you’d like to give dragon boating a go for the first time, we’d love to have you on board!
And we’ve got a great spring deal for you!
We are pleased to offer a one month FREE membership during September/October 2012*
This will entitle you to unlimited sessions for one month. Experience the excitement, fun, and fitness of dragon boating as well as the social and inclusive Different Strokes Dragon Boat Club – Sydney’s premier Gay and Lesbian (and straight friendly!) Dragon Boat Club.
Fill out the form below to register your details – and we look forward to seeing you soon!
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