Parks & Recreation Program
Oyster Point Dragons (OPD) is pleased to partner with the City of South San Francisco and the Town of Colma to offer Dragon Boating for Beginners classes throughout the year through their respective Parks and Recreation Department. This program is part of OPD’s community involvement by offering classes to the general public, city residents and non-residents, for a nominal fee. The program started in 2017 and was a big success. Many of the Parks & Rec students have subsequently joined OPD as regular paddlers after their sessions ended.
Course Description – Dragon Boating began over 2,500 years ago. Its popularity has grown immensely over the past 30 years. Today, recreational paddlers as well as staunch competitors engage in the sport of dragon boating around the world. Now, you can try it too and paddle in a 40-foot long, 20-seat Dragon Boat. You will learn basic paddling techniques, water safety, fitness preparation, teamwork, and the organizational structure of a Dragon Boat team. Each session includes three 90- minute classes with land and water training. Participants who complete the entire session will receive a Certificate of Completion. Come join the Oyster Point Dragons (OPD) as we paddle on the Bay. Students have the option of joining OPD as a regular paddler after completion of their session.
Location – OPD’s practice site is located at 95 Harbor Master Rd., Gate 7, South San Francisco, CA 94080, adjacent to the South San Francisco ferry terminal. Plenty of free parking is available.
Materials Included – Adjustable paddle and personal flotation device (PFD) provided. Bathrooms and showers are available.
Prerequisites
- An electronically-submitted liability waiver
- If you have any constraints, please inform the instructors ahead of time in order to optimize your experience
What to Bring – Water, sunscreen, hat or cap, quick-dry outfits, sandals or water shoes, waterproof windbreaker, towel, and a change of clothes
Cost – As posted by the respective Parks & Rec. A session consists of 3 classes, each lasting 90 minutes
Class times – Saturdays 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Planned Sessions
The program is currently on hold.
- Session 1 – TBD but usually in March
- Session 2 – TBD but usually in August
- Session 3 – TBD but usually in October
Registration – The Parks & Rec department publishes seasonal catalogs.
- Look for the latest catalog here and click on ‘Activity Guide’ within the Quick Links navigation box
- Registration information is usually on page 49 of the catalog
- Read about the new way to register
- Register online here
Planned Sessions
The program is currently on hold.
- Session 1 – TBD but usually in March
- Session 2 – TBD but usually in August
- Session 3 – TBD but usually in October
Registration – The Colma Parks & Rec department publishes seasonal catalogs.
