Train With Us
At Melbourne Flames we offer world class coaching with a focus on good technique, fitness and teamwork. Paddling is a full body exercise and offers a unique blend of endurance, power, strength and cardio all at once. You will get fit fast!
As one of Australia’s fastest growing water sports, dragon boating is truly unique as men and women of all ages can train and compete together in one crew.
We welcome new members regardless of gender or fitness level (minimum age is 12 years).
Sign Up for a 4 Week Free Dragon Pass Membership!
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Scroll down for training details and times and what to bring for your first session.
Dragon Boat Training
Dragon boat training is held at ‘Community Hub at the Dock’ 912 Collins Street, Docklands. Current training sessions are:
Racing Season
Tuesday and Thursday 6pm to 8pm
Sunday 8:30am to 12pm
Off-Season
Sunday 8:30am to 11am
Please register before your first free session and download the Stack Team App for the latest information.
Gym Training
Training off the water is highly encouraged – and going to the gym is much more fun with friends! We offer group gym sessions to members three nights a week which are run by our Head Coach. Sessions are tailored to all fitness levels and target strength, speed and endurance.
Monday 6:30pm to 8pm
Wednesday 6:30pm to 8pm
Friday 6:30pm to 8pm
On the Day
What will happen when I join my first free dragon boat session?
The focus of a 4 Week Free Dragon Pass Membership is to teach the basics and have some fun. We will spend about an hour on the water. Please arrive on time so we can provide you with a paddle and life jacket before the team warm up and safety briefing. Remember to register for your Free Dragon Pass Membership prior to attending.
What to Bring
What should you bring to a dragon boat paddling session?
Water bottle
Weather appropriate clothes that you don’t mind getting wet (i.e. hat and polarised sunglasses for when it’s sunny, thermals in winter)
Towel and a change of dry clothes (we have shower and locker facilities)
Sense of adventure and a positive attitude!
Paddle Safety
Safety is our number one priority and all sessions are conducted by experienced coaches with first aid training. Everyone is given a safety briefing before taking part in their first dragon boat paddling session. We train in the rain - it’s a water sport! Our coaching team will always assess the weather conditions to ensure paddler safety before commencing a paddling session.
If you have any questions, head to our Contact page.