Teams

              The Sunset Island Dragons team is a non-racing coed team made up of experienced paddlers. On water sessions take place on Wednesday 8:30am on Lake Sumter. If you are interested contact: Bill Clark at 513-300-6465 or email:  sunset.island.dragons@gmail.com

The Eastport Sun Dragons, our newest competitive race team in The Villages, will be based at the new dragon boat venue that is being built south of CR 44.  For now, they will be practicing at Lake Miona park. For more information contact Angela Davis at ESDTheVillages@gmail.com

Paddling Patriots is a co-ed dragon boat race team. Our motto is “Fun, Fitness and Friendship”. Our emphasis is to stay fit and have fun while doing it. Paddling includes all aspects of exercise…cardio, strength, flexibility and core! Come and challenge yourself with one of the best “cross training” exercises you can do! We meet…

Be part of history. Lead by example. The coaching staff has years of experience in dragon boating. Compassion, caring and patience are basic tenants of its system. Sparta 70 is only a call away. Contact Coach Lee Cerovac, 352-568-5806 or email leesumo777@gmail.com sparta70dragonboatteam.com

The Dirty Dozen Team is a non competitive coed team made up of experienced paddlers. On water sessions take place on Monday and Friday at 8:00am on Lake Sumter. If you are interested contact: Per Olsen at 513-307-6274 or email: perolesbiz@gmail.com

The Village Dragons is the only seasonal team in The Villages. Its season is December to early May, which makes it perfect for snowbirds and year-round residents looking for exercise but not a yearlong commitment. This is a coed team that always is looking for paddlers willing to train three times a week. Members participate…

The Blackheart team is a coed team and is reaching out to new members. The group encourages individuals who are competitive, have good cardio and endurance and enjoy a dynamic team sport to come and try out at Lake Sumter. The group practices Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at Lake Sumter. For information contact: Mary…

  The Silver Dragons is a year-round, coed race team committed to racing while experiencing great exercise and enjoying wonderful fellowship. Whether practicing or training for races, the vision is building strength, stamina and friendships. All you need is a desire to challenge yourself to experience the power of working together as a team. For…

The Warriors is a coed competitive race team with members ranging in age from 50 to 78. The group has a leadership team dedicated to training that meets the challenges of the sport. Team members are encouraged to establish personal goals that coincide with team goals. A dynamic group support system meets the needs of…

This Boat Rocks is a coed, mostly noncompetitive, group of paddlers that meets for exercise and to have fun. No experience is necessary. Four levels are offered, from beginners to advanced. About 15% of the team participates in local races. Practices are held at 09:00am and 10:00 am Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Lake Sumter.…