2008 Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Races
It's time to begin forming community teams to compete
in the annual Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Races!
Grab your neighbors, grab your friends (or enemys: good competition!), grab
your co-workers. Then grab a paddle and hit the water!
Get your team together now and contact Three Rivers Rowing to learn how to get involved.
Also, See TRRA and the Pittsburgh
Paddlefish competitive Dragonboat team mentioned in the China Post. (translated)
Read
It Here
Read more interesting articles here:
Post Gazette
Group Information
Are you a Company? or Community group?
We welcome all groups such as:
Police or Fire stations
Church groups
Scout groups
Civic Organizations (e.g. Lions, Rotary)
Company or Business
IF so, we can assist your group by offering a special package deal that includes
group lessons and participation in the festival.
Package Deal includes:
| "Quick Start" |
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| Included in the Quick Start deal is two fully coached practices prior to the race. You'll already have a leg up on the competition! |
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| Dates: |
24-May-31;June 7, 14 ,21 |
| Time: |
You choose one time slot: |
Your team provides: |
Need 14 or more team members. Team members should attend BOTH practice sessions to ensure a safe race at the festival. Team should also appoint one person as captain. No prior knowledge
needed. |
TRRA provides: |
TRRA will provide all gear, boats, and instruction |
Race Details
| RACE DAY |
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| Dates: |
Saturday June 28 |
| Time: |
9 am to 6pm |
Your team provides: |
Just make sure your team is all there and ready to race by 8:30am. The scheduled times to race will be stricly adhered to. CAPTAINS/OFFICIALS MEETING - 8:00am (tentatively) |
TRRA provides: |
TRRA will provide all gear, boats, and can assist with race lineup if needed. |
Reservations: |
To reserve your teams spot, contact TRRA (412.231.8772 x23) now! |
Registration Deadline: |
June 18, 2008 |
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Cost: cost is for entire team, minimun 16, max 22 |
Elite Registration= $440 'Quick Start' registration= $850 College Teams - $440
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FAQ's: |
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Do we need to swim? |
You should NOT plan to go in the water, so it's not a requirement to swim. Everyone is required to wear a PFD (safety vest). |
Do we need to sign a waiver? |
Yes. This will be provided at first practice. One waiver is all that is needed for all activities. |
Do we have to have paddling experience? |
NO. We will provide ALL instruction. |
Do we have to have our own boat? |
NO. We provide all boats, safety vests and paddles. |
What should we wear? |
Wear clothing that you don't mind if it get's wet. Also helpful to wear clothing you are comfortable working out in |
Sponsorship? |
If you represent a company and would like to sponsor your employees contact us for additional marketing opportunities at the festival. |
| © 2008 Three Rivers Rowing Association |
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