ABOUT DRAGONS ABREAST CENTRAL COAST Inc. (est. 2005)
We are one of many national breast cancer survivor ‘Member Groups’ affiliated to Dragons Abreast Australia (DAA). Read about DAA here: https://dragonsabreast.com.au/about/daa
We are co-located and directly associated with Central Coast Dragon Boat Club at 20 Peel St Toukley NSW. Our members are at all stages of recovery, or are living with breast cancer. Through the sport of dragon boating we give a ‘face’ to breast cancer survivorship and demonstrate the health benefits of keeping physically active after a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.
ABOUT DRAGON BOATING
Dragon boating is a team sport suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. No experience is necessary! A crew of up to 20 paddlers uses coordinated paddling techniques to propel the boat, and a sweep steers the boat and maintains safety.
All you need is a ‘have a go’ attitude, sunscreen, hat, comfy clothes, and closed-in shoes. Checking with your doctor if you’ve recently completed treatment or have a current health condition before starting is recommended.
WHAT DRIVES US?
Breast cancer survivors paddle for different reasons…. some want to resume physical activity after treatment and want to try something different. Some are simply attracted to being out on the water. Many are looking for the camaraderie that comes from being part of a group of people who’ve walked a similar path. Paddling in a boat full of breast cancer survivors definitely inspires confidence and determination! Some members train hard, others prefer to take it more gently. Everyone does their individual best, gets fitter, and has a laugh. Read more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_cancer_survivors%27_dragon_boating
WHAT TO EXPECT AT DRAGONS ABREAST TRAINING SESSIONS
- A warm welcome
- A chance to connect and socialise
- Free use of paddles and life jackets
- Warm-up and warm-down exercises
- Instruction on paddling techniques and sweep calls from qualified coaches and sweeps
- On water safety drill
NEW PADDLERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO COME & TRY!
- Your support person is welcome to accompany you for the first session, but before you both get in the boat you must register for Dragon Pass.
- Dragon Pass is free and valid across all Clubs in NSW for 28 days
- Use the QR code (below) to register for Dragon Pass.
- When your Dragon Pass expires, if you are keen to keep paddling we will help you navigate the membership pathway.
ABOUT REGATTAS
Members can join our Dragons Abreast Central Coast ‘Coastbusters’ team at state, national, and international regattas that are just for breast cancer survivors and focus more on participation and inclusion rather than winning. After settling down from the excitement of a race, the overriding feeling is being grateful for participating and not letting breast cancer win! In saying that, some of our members are motivated and become fit enough to extend themselves by joining dragon boat sporting club race teams at more competitive NON breast cancer survivor regattas.
CONTACT US TO ENQUIRE!
Email: coastbustersda@outlook.com
Mobile: 0434 472 745
Facebook: Dragons Abreast Central Coast