InitiationDragon BoatMontreal
Let yourself be tempted by the adventure of dragon boating!
Your dragon boat adventure starts here
Are you looking for an accessible, motivating, and community-oriented sports activity that allows you to move, meet people, and experience something different on the water?
The dragon boat initiation packages are the perfect entry point to discover this unique team sport, with no long-term commitment. Whether you are curious, active, or simply looking for a new challenge, initiation lets you learn the basics, paddle in a group, and quickly feel the collective energy that is characteristic of dragon boating.
Guided from A to Z by the H2o team, our initiations are simple, safe, and accessible to everyone. You paddle with other participants, guided by certified coaches, in a structured, dynamic, and friendly environment.
A first experience… that often makes you want to do more.
Season 2026
Initiation programs
Montreal - Parc Jean Drapeau
Two options are available to you, depending on your level of commitment and your goals.
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Option 1 — Introduction (3 weeks)
Discover the joy of dragon boating with our introductory packages!
In just three weeks, you will learn the basics of this dynamic team sport and enjoy its many benefits: fitness, coordination, team spirit, and guaranteed fun.
An ideal way to try the sport in a structured and safe environment. Two age categories are offered: 49 years and under and 50 years and over.
Option 2 — Full season (18 weeks)
Commit to the season and become a confirmed dragon!
This package includes 18 training sessions, allowing you to refine your technique and enhance your dragon boating experience. Depending on your progress, you might even have the chance to participate in certain competitions as a reserve.
This program serves as the gateway to our intermediate level H2o (community teams).
No official competition is included in this package.
3-week packages:
June 2027
3 weeks: June, Monday group, all ages
- 1 x week, from June 7 to June 21, 2027
- Monday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- All ages (18 years and older)
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
June 2027
3 weeks: June, Wednesday group, 50 years and older
- 1 x week, from June 2 to June 16, 2027
- Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- 50 years and older
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
June 2027
3 weeks: June, Wednesday group, 49 years and younger
- 1 x week, from June 2 to June 16, 2027
- Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- 49 years and younger
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
July-August 2027
3 weeks: July-August, Monday group, all ages
- 1 x week, dates to come, 2027
- Monday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- All ages (18 years and older)
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
July-August 2027
3 weeks: July-August, Wednesday group, 50 years and older
- 1 x week, dates to come, 2027
- Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- 50 years and older
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
July-August 2027
3 weeks: July-August, Wednesday group, 49 years and younger
- 1 x week, dates to come, 2027
- Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- 49 years and younger
- Olympic Basin - Parc Jean Drapeau
Registration
$65/per person
Complete season packages:
May to September, Wednesday group
- 1 x week: from June to the end of September, 2027
- Multiple holidays on the schedule (weeks of GPF1 and others)
- Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- 18 years and older (we group registered individuals by level)
- Beginner and intermediate level
- Olympic Pool - Montreal
Registration
$240/per person
Intermediate Level (Community Division)
Olympic Basin, Parc Jean Drapeau
Practical information – Olympic Basin
Our activities take place at the Athletes’ Quarter at Parc Jean-Drapeau, an exceptional site dedicated to water sports.
Paid parking available nearby
Metro access: Jean-Drapeau station, approximately a 10-minute walk (see directions)(see direction
BIXI bike station on site
Full changing rooms available
Training sessions take place on the Olympic Basin, a safe and controlled venue built for the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games and now recognized as an international-caliber training facility.
FAQ
General Questions
Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our activities. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us — we will be happy to answer you.
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