Paddles Up!

Dragon Boat Racing in Canada

Arlene Chan, Susan Humphries

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Dundurn Group Ltd
01 September 2009

Rowing

Paddles Up! provides an in-depth look at dragon boating from its beginnings in ancient China to the modern-day prominence of Canadian teams on the international scene, as told in the words of top coaches of men's and women's teams, experts and enthusiasts, and sports health professionals across Canada. Contributing writers include Mike Haslam, executive president International Dragon Boat Federation; Matthew Smith, president Dragon Boat Canada; Kamini Jain, Vancouver; Albert MacDonald, Halifax; Jamie Hollins, Pickering; Matt Robert, Montreal; and Jim Farintosh, Toronto. Through legends, history, and traditions, to paddling tips and mental readiness, and from choosing gear to exceptional achievements, a battery of Canadian dragon-boat notables share their considerable knowledge in one authoritative volume.

By: Arlene Chan, Susan Humphries
Imprint: Dundurn Group Ltd
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 228mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 821g
ISBN: 9781554883950
ISBN 10: 1554883954
Pages: 294
Publication Date: 01 September 2009
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The Beginnings; Basic Dragon Boat Paddling Technique; Getting There: Dry Land Training; Drumming & Steering; Dragon Boat Coaching; Teams & Teamwork; Voice of the Beast; The Making of an A-Team; Common Injuries, Prevention & Treatment; Nutrition; The International Standard Dragon Boat: Canadian Content; Dragon Boat Paddles; Dragon Boat Racing: A Guide to Safety on the Water; Riding the Dragon; The Little Team That Grew; Canada & the International Scene; Glossary; Index.

Arlene Chan's passion for dragon boating was launched nine years ago when she was researching a book on dragon boating for children. Her book The Moon Festival was shortlisted for the Silver Birch Award. She lives in Toronto. Susan Humphries has been an avid dragon-boat paddler for the past ten years. She has competed in the European, North American, and World Club Crew Championships, and has been active in the goverance of the sport through her work with Dragon Boat Canada. She lives in Burlington.