Training Dragon Boaters in Stratford, Canada since 1997


























The Stratford Dragon Boat Club would like to thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation for the grant used to buy the 2 brand new dragon boats!
www.trilliumfoundation.org



STRATFORD WOMEN'S DRAGON BOAT TEAM







8 JUNIORS QUALIFY FOR TEAM CANADA!



The following Stratford Juniors have been named to Team Canada and race at the Germany World Dragon Boat Championships:
Alexandra Stephens, Laynee McIwain, Avery Dewitt, Grace vanZandwijk, Devin Keane, Daniel Bean, Daniel McArthur, Everett Weaver.


Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held at St. Joseph's Parish Hall on Sunday, June 22 from 5pm to 7pm. Proceeds to help the 8 paddlers cover their expenses in Germany.
Tickets are $20 for adults, 13 and under $10. To reserve a table or order a takeout contact Lucie Stephens at Luciestephens@gmail.com

The 8 Juniors are also holding a Spaghetti Dinner Raffle Draw with prizes donated by the community. Draw tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10. Raffle tickets can be purchase from 8 Junior paddlers and their families. They will also be available at the Spaghetti Dinner on June 22. Raffle Tickets can also be ordered through Lucie Stephens.

The following are the current list of raffle prizes and donor:
1/ 2 Tickets - Stratford Festival
2/ MacBeth Blanket - Scottish Shop
3/ Bowling Package - Mike Bowling
4/ Custom made wooden bench - Jason McIlwain
5/ Queen & Child Sized Quilt - Ange McIlwain
6/ Gift Certificate $35 - Gene's Restaurant
7/ Coffee Maker
8/ Handmade Camp knife - Mike Bean
9/ Camp Fire Poke - Mike Bean
10/ Camp Mugs (4) - Angela Struss
11/ Outdoor Light Set - Steve and Myra Bean
12/ Gift Basket from Shopper’s - Chelsey Raymond
13/ Guest drummer at a dragon boat practice - Ken Gene
14/ Perfume (4) - Stratford Outlet
15/ Picture on Steel - Stratford Outlet
16/ Barbecue Set (2) - Stratford Outlet
17/ Tea Selections and Tea sets (2) - Stratford Outlet
18/ Ceramic Outdoor Fire Pit - Stratford Outlet
19/ Hypnosis Show Tickets (2) - Poppa Pie's Dogs
20/ Fanfare Books $50 gift card - Amy Orchard
21/ Balzacs Coffee Anniversary Blend - Amy Orchard
more prizes to follow.





LEARN TO PADDLE, JOIN A TEAM
Be part of a team that has been existence since 1997. Learn to paddle dragon boat from a club that know how to teach proper paddling technique. We train new paddlers. Contact us for a free practice session. .

To register contact us by email at stratfordwomen@gmail.com






      "The object of the Stratford Dragon Boat Club is to promote the sport of dragon boat racing through its participation in the sport, related activities and provide the opportunity for its members to improve their ability in the sport."







JOIN THE CLUB

2025 Stratford Women's Dragon Boat Team

- practices Tuesday & Thursdays 7-8pm, Saturdays 8:30-9:30am
- no experience necessary, all fitness levels welcome
- don't wait to get in shape to try this, do this to get in shape!
- on water practices start in April 8
- $250 membership fee includes all practices and races (approx 4 events)
- 2 free trial practices are allowed before signing up.

- contact Cathy at stratfordwomen@gmail.com

Stratford Dragon Boat Club - Women Facebook Page





Stratford Juniors - Youth Paddling

Participants must be 11 years of age by December 31, 2025 and up to 18 years of age. No paddling experience required

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SPRING SESSION - April 17 to June 18, 2025

- Practices are Monday and Wednesdays 4-5pm starting April 16 and ending June 18. Registration fee is $135 and includes practices and 2 race events (Wildwood St. Marys Saturday, May 24 and Fanshawe Saturday, London June 7) and a team shirt.


SUMMER SESSION - July 8 to September 13, 2025

- Practices are Tuesdays 4-5pm starting July 8 to September 13. Registration fee is $65 for new paddlers and $30 for returning paddlers from the spring session. Registration included practices and the racing at the Stratford Dragon Boat Festival on September 13.

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Registration is online and waivers can be dropped off at Gene's Restaurant, 81 Ontario Street or scanned and emailed to
info@stratforddragonboat.com
fees can be etransferred

The team is sponsored by Gene's Restaurant.

Registration Forms - click:
Google Doc Registration Form
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club information or contact:: Ken Gene at kgene@rogers.com