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Hola, 2012
Happy 2012! To kick-off the season, we got our board together and came up with some great ideas for the upcoming year. 1. We’re starting a membership incentive program, Adopt-a-Newbie. The more new members you bring in, the more raffle tickets you get for a big end-of-the-year prize! For each full-time membership signed, you get two raffles. For each 6-month me... -
Award-Winning 2011
2011 is rounding out, so what better way to celebrate but our annual end-of-the-year potluck? Our team gathered at Drill Sergeant Patrick’s house to fill our stomachs, give out awards and trade presents for white elephant. Of course, we had to award those members that really stood out. After official stats and/or team votes: Best Attendance (Austn): Kenny Chan... -
Four Myths of Dragon Boat
There are some silly myths floating around about dragon boat. These ideas often prevent people from joining the team and experiencing a very awesome sport! 1. You have to be Asian because Dragon Boat is an Asian sport. We can’t stress how wrong (and absurd) this is enough. Yes, dragon boat began in ancient China, but as the fastest growing international sport...
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AUSTIN COOLERS is the premiere dragon boat team in Austin. Led by our cool-headed and passionate coach Sheena, the Coolers began as a mix of interested members from various corporate teams in May 2008. We raced and placed second in our first competition as a team in October 2008 at the Gulf Coast International Dragon Boat Regatta and haven’t looked back! We’re always looking to buildin...
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First misconception: You have to be Asian to dragon boat. Wrong. We welcome anyone and everyone! No previous experience needed. Our first practice of each month is specifically geared towards new members or those interested in checking out what we do. Dragon boating is a fun and alternative way to work out everything from your arms to your core to your back. The sport attracts a wide spectrum of s...
