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Participation of athletes and officials from Russia and Belarus at the 13th IDBF CCWC

The IDBF alongside many other International Federations has made the decision to regrettably withdraw the right of teams from Russia and Belarus to participate in international sporting events for the foreseeable future. The immediate impact of this decision is that no clubs from Russia or Belarus will be allowed to compete at this year’s 13th IDBF World Club Crew Championships in Sarasota.
Sat 05 Mar 2022

Hype Mattingly Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

The USDBF is recognizing the contribution of Dr. S. “Hype” Mattingly to the sport and individual paddlers who help share their knowledge. The Hype Mattingly Paddler Development Scholarship is meant for experienced paddlers that are developing and creating a positive environment in which paddlers can grow and prosper. Applications due March 31, 2022.
Thu 10 Feb 2022

Premier Women Coach and a Team Manager for Team USA

USDBF is seeking a Premier Women coach and a Team Manager for Team USA for the 2023 World Dragon Boat Racing Championships scheduled to be held in Hong Kong in August 2023. Applications are due Feb. 21, 2022.
Mon 31 Jan 2022

Membership dues for 2022 - Some clarification

If you are having trouble regarding your 2022 membership renewal, please read this notice. It may help clarify how to make your payment and/or how to verify your payment status. YOUTH MEMBERS soon will be receiving a revised invoice.
Tue 18 Jan 2022

New Online Fundamentals of Dragon Boat Coaching USDBF LEVEL ONE

Fundamentals of Dragon Boat Coaching USDBF LEVEL ONE with Connie Flesuras February 5 -6, 2022 PT
Mon 10 Jan 2022

New USDBF Certified Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching Courses

Three new coaching courses are available for 2022. An online Level 1 course is scheduled for Jan 8 & 9. Both a Level 1 and a Level 2 course will be offered LIVE in April at the Chase Suites Tampa, FL prior to Pan Am Spring Training Camp.
Fri 24 Dec 2021

Watch the 2021 CCNC event LIVE

Watch the CCNC event live streaming from Nathan Bendersen Park beginning 7:55am Eastern Time October 1. And get results in real time.
Wed 29 Sep 2021

CCNC will occur as scheduled on Oct. 1 -3

The USDBF wishes to thank all of those teams, athletes and individuals that provided input to the decision making process related to holding the CCNC as planned. After careful consideration of all of the information presented the USDBF board voted to move forward with the CCNC as scheduled on October 1 -3 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida.
Fri 17 Sep 2021

New Level 2 Coaching Class Scheduled

Pan Am Dragon Boat has scheduled an Advanced Coaching/USDBF Level 2 Certification course. It will be held by Zoom in the evenings December 6-10 (5 evenings). Online via Zoom
Sun 05 Sep 2021

CCNC 2021: On-site Covid-19 Protocols & Policies

The USDBF considers the health and safety of all participants, coaches, staff and volunteers our top priority. In partnership with Nathan Benderson Park, we have prepared an on-site protocols and policies. Please share with all participants. 
Tue 24 Aug 2021