SchoolDragon BoatOuting
Give your students a dynamic, educational, and unforgettable experience.
An educational, active, and unifying activity
Are you looking for an original school activity that combines physical activity, learning, and group cohesion?
Dragon boating is pure collaboration.
On the water, success depends on students’ ability to synchronize, communicate, and work together toward a common goal.
You can’t move forward alone.
Progress is made as a team.
Why dragon boating is ideal for school groups
This activity helps develop:
- Coordination and synchronization
- Team spirit and cooperation
- Effective communication
- Leadership and mutual support
- Aiming for a common goal
A safe and supervised activity
For safety reasons, the minimum required age is 12 years old (secondary level and up).
Safety is our priority.
- All participants wear an individual flotation device (PFD).
- Our coaches are certified by Dragon Boat Canada.
- Our coaches are also trained in first aid and CPR.
- The activity takes place on a safe and controlled body of water.
Dragon boating is exciting, dynamic, and accessible, even for young people who do not compete in sports.
It is a memorable experience that goes beyond the traditional framework of school activities.
Location – Olympic Basin, Parc Jean-Drapeau
- Just 10 minutes from downtown Montreal.
- Site of the 1976 Olympic Games
- Water area dedicated to water sports
- Parking (P2)
- Jean-Drapeau Metro nearby (see directions)
- Full locker rooms, showers, toilets, and lockers
For how many people?
- From May to October, we welcome groups from 10 to 400 people.
- One boat accommodates up to 20 participants (minimum 8)
- Pricing is based on the number of boats required, not on the exact number of participants.
Activity duration
Typical schedule (20 to 160 people) – approximately 90 minutes
- Introduction to dragon boating and technical training (45 min)
- Mini inter-team tournament – 4 to 5 races (45 min)
Note : Our formula is flexible: we can adjust the duration and format of the activity according to your schedule and organizational constraints.
Pricing
- Pricing is based on the number of boats needed, not the exact number of participants.
- Custom packages are available depending on your group size and needs.
Request a quote
Tell us about your organization — we’ll take care of the rest. We will send you a package proposal quickly.
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.