Guelph Dragon Boat Festival

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

What is Dragon Boating ?
What is a Dragon Boat ?
What is the Significance of the Dragon Boat Festival ?
How much does it Cost to Enter a Team?
 What do my fees include?
How much does it Cost to Watch the Dragon Boat Races?
How can I get more Information ?


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Q -What is Dragon Boating ?
Dragon Boating is an ancient Chinese festival in which crews of 20 paddlers, paced by a drummer at the bow, and guided by a steerperson at the stern, combine power and rhythm to achieve maximum acceleration and speed over a 500 meter course.

Dating back to 4th Century BC, dragon boats have raced every year in memory of a renowed statesman and poet Qu Yuan.
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Q - What is a Dragon Boat ?

Dragon Boats are the largest flat water racing canoes in the world and range in size from 12 to 27 meters. The boats used in most modern day events are 12 metres in length, constructed of solid teak and weigh approximately 1500lbs. Each boat is decorated with a Dragon head and tail.

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Q - What is the Significance of the Guelph Dragon Boat Festival ?

The Guelph Dragon Boat Festival is a multicultural event, steeped in the richness and diversity of the Asian culture. The event not only helps to mesh Western Culture with Asian culture, but provides the people of Guelph with an opportunity to appreciate and experience an exciting Chinese Festival. Above all, Dragon Boating is a fun, community-building event!
The Guelph Dragon Boat Festival is being held in support of the Rotary Community Charities.


Dragon Boat Tid Bit -The Mythical Dragon
Dragon - An imaginary creature common to many mythologies, the dragon has a reptilian body covered with scales. Many dragons have wings or the head and forelegs of a lion or bird at prey. They usually breathe fire and are associated with water. Most dragons are a symbol of evil, but in China some are beneficial.
The Five Toed dragon was the symbol of the Emperor. Dragons are commonly associated with the Gods and in Christian symbolism they are often seen as creatures of the devil.

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Q - What does it cost to enter a team?
The cost to enter a team in the Guelph Dragon Boat Festival is $750.00 (includes GST). A Team Registration Form must be completed and payment must be received before a team is officially for the Festival.
Individuals who would like to participate in the Dragon Boat Races, but are not part of a corporation are encouraged to get a group of friends, family and/or neighbours together to form a team. In the past enterprising teams have held their own fundraising events to off-set the entry costs.
You may also want to look at finding a sponsor for the team, and offer them some advertising through the team name or shirts worn.

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Q - What do my fees include?

Your registration fees includes the following:

               3 practices - 1 with a coach
                                 PFD's (life jackets) - their use is mandatory
                                 paddles
                                 dragon boats

**NOTE** your team is responsible for any damage done to equipment during your session - practice or race - and will be billed accordingly

Your registration fees do NOT include:

                food/beverages
                                  team uniforms/ costumes

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Q - How much does it Cost to Watch the Dragon Boat Races?
There is no cost to watch the Dragon Boat Races, but there is a fee to enter the Conservation Area, so be sure to come down to Guelph Lake and cheer your favourite team on!

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Q- How can I get more Information ?
To get more information about the Guelph Dragon Boat Festival please contact:
Rotary Club of Guelph
Dan Pestill
Ph: 519-821-1980
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