Our trial dragon boat sessions are held on the Nepean River, Bruce Neale Drive

or 

Sydney International Regatta Centre, Castlereagh Rd, Penrith Lakes. 

(We meet under the "breezeway" between the boat-sheds on the island)

 
See Google Map link Nepean Rowing Club

See Google Map Link Sydney International Regatta Centre

This Olympic class venue provides paddlers with showers, toilets and ample parking. Few clubs ever have the opportunity to paddle at a venue of this quality and the Pendragons are the envy of others. 

 Prior to attending a Come and Try Session and to book a seat in the boat please email registrar4pdbc@gmail.com 

We offer 5 free training sessions

• Initially you will need to sign a standard Dragon Boat NSW waiver form to "come & try"
•  If you can't swim 50 metres in light clothing you will need to wear a life jacket which we can provide.
• Accredited sweeps will keep you in a straight line and experienced coaches will ensure that you are applying the correct stroke technique so you can enjoy paddling safely
• We suggest you don't eat a heavy meal just prior to paddling
• Boats and paddles are provided

• Water - 500ml to 1 litre - bring it on the boat (no glass)
• Rash shirt/T shirt/Singlet/thermals - on cold days/spray jacket - on wet days
• Aqua shoes/old joggers. Bare feet is not advised as the floor of the boat can get very slippery
• Hat/Sunglasses/Sunscreen
• Change of clothes - this is a water sport, you will probably get wet!
• A sense of adventure and humour is a must!