General FAQ
What is the SD DB Alliance?
We host the annual San Diego Dragon Boat Festival in May. Throughout the rest of the year, we provide dragon boat activities, such as practices, for the community teams. We also encourage forming teams to join us in competitive camaraderie.
What is dragon boat?
It is a paddling sport that stemmed from an ancient folk ritual of contending villagers into a modern day international sport. The boat consists of a crew, drummer, and steersman.
I'm interested! How do I start?
Gather your buddies, family, coworkers, neighbors, people-you're-too-shy-to-say-hi-to, familiar friendly faces, etc. to form a team!
What athletic ability do I need?
None! It is a water sport so you'll get splashed every now and then! If you can't swim, do not worry! We provide personal flotation devices (PFDs) for your use!
How do I practice?
We rent our boats for practice. We provide a coach, steers-person, paddles, and PFDs. Please schedule practice with us (link located in the same drop down menu). There a rental fee and safety waiver.
Where do I sign? (will be updated with links soon!)
Click here for the waiver to bring to practice:
Click here for fee details:
We host the annual San Diego Dragon Boat Festival in May. Throughout the rest of the year, we provide dragon boat activities, such as practices, for the community teams. We also encourage forming teams to join us in competitive camaraderie.
What is dragon boat?
It is a paddling sport that stemmed from an ancient folk ritual of contending villagers into a modern day international sport. The boat consists of a crew, drummer, and steersman.
I'm interested! How do I start?
Gather your buddies, family, coworkers, neighbors, people-you're-too-shy-to-say-hi-to, familiar friendly faces, etc. to form a team!
What athletic ability do I need?
None! It is a water sport so you'll get splashed every now and then! If you can't swim, do not worry! We provide personal flotation devices (PFDs) for your use!
How do I practice?
We rent our boats for practice. We provide a coach, steers-person, paddles, and PFDs. Please schedule practice with us (link located in the same drop down menu). There a rental fee and safety waiver.
Where do I sign? (will be updated with links soon!)
Click here for the waiver to bring to practice:
Click here for fee details: