To promote and develop interest in the sport of dragon boat racing to the best of our ability through team work, honour, respect, commitment, enthusiasm and fun.

WDBC SYSTEM OF DEVELOPMENT:

• Ultimately develop paddlers to represent the Wong’s Dragon Boat Club at the International Club Crew Level through defined systematic programs.
• Individuals who join the club will be placed in programs best suited for their commitment, development, fitness and experience
• Movement between programs can occur at any point of the season for reasons listed below
  • Individuals may be asked to move up to a higher level within the system if they have met higher standards and are ready for the next level of development. The member has the right “NOT” to accept a promotion and remain in their current Program.
  • Individuals may be asked to move to a lower program level if they cannot meet the standards and commitment required from their current program.
• All are encouraged to strive to improve and achieve higher goals throughout the system.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM CRUSADERS Introduction to the basics of paddling and racing. Emphasis: Have Fun Learn the Basics Recreational For: Beginners Those looking for low level of commitment Individuals looking to experience the Sport for the first time. Any fitness level Goal: Race and have fun. Develop future Chargers

LEVEL 2 - RECREATIONAL PROGRAM CHARGERS Introduction to the basics of paddling and racing. Emphasis: Have Fun Increased intensity Introduce basics of weight training and fitness (not mandatory but encouraged) For: Experience in Level 1 Basics Those looking for increased level of commitment and intensity Goal: Middle of the Pack, enjoy and experience more competitive racing situations Develop future Immortal Dragons

LEVEL 3 - COMPETITIVE PROGRAM IMMORTAL DRAGONS Introduction to a higher level of training for the Competitive A division. Emphasis: Commitment to team goals, all the while having fun Fitness and technical development For: Level 2 and higher Fitness minded Competitive Individuals Goal: “A”-Division level of fitness and competition Develop Future Dragonslayers to represent the WDBC

LEVEL 4 - PREMIERE PROGRAM DRAGONSLAYERS Introduction to the International Premiere Club Crew Level of training Emphasis: Strive for the best in each paddler and as a crew Develop technically, tactically and physically strong racers Work very hard, all the while having fun For: Level 3 and Higher Experience Very Fit/Strong individuals Highly Competitive Individuals Mentally Focused Goal: Set and achieve the highest racing standards possible Podium everywhere they race Positive role models for the Club Members and Dragon Boat Community Compete at World Club Crew Championships