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  • People rowing on a dragon boat on a river.
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11 Oct

Come and Try Dragon Boat: Melbourne Flames Open Day

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  • Fitness

Keen to see a different side of Docklands and try out a traditional practice that is now one of the fastest growing water sports in Australia?

This one-off Open Day will allow you to have your first paddle with one of Australia most successful dragon boat clubs, the Melbourne Flames. Learn the roles on the boat, basics of technique, and practice your racing skills.

This is event is completely free, but spots are limited – register via the booking link to secure your seat in the boat!

Please note this event is only open to participants aged 12+. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Life jackets and paddles will be provided.

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Date Times
Sun 11 Oct
  • 10.30am - 12.30pm 10:30am - 12:30pm

Location

Community Hub at The Dock
912 Collins St
Docklands 3008

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This is a free event

Book online for Come and Try Dragon Boat: Melbourne Flames Open Day

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  • email address: recruitment.melbourneflames@gmail.com
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The Big Melbourne Kilt Run

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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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