Check Out Our Winter Cross-Training Programs
Winter is the perfect time to sharpen your technique, build strength, and tie it all together with weekly on-water sessions. It’s the season when champions are made — and when new paddlers discover how fun and rewarding dragon boating can be. Check out our P-erg classes, strength training, and Winter Dragon Boating programs!
Dragon Boat ERG Classes
Starting October 14 to February 26 (Xmas week off).
P-erging is like paddling on land! It helps refine your stroke, build strength and endurance, and track your progress in a controlled setting. It’s a fun way to stay fit, sharpen technique, and keep connected throughout the winter season.
What you will learn:
- Proper posture in the boat
- How to use your heels & hips
- Getting down on the stroke
- Sit up
- Proper technic to feel your body
- Air time
- Patience with your stroke
‘Catch - Exit
- Mid-stroke and much more!
COST: Tuesdays (20 weeks) $300 or Thursdays (18 weeks) $270.
One hour session once per week
Must take full classes for:
- Progression
- Consistency
Class size: 4 to a group
Payment in full or arrangements can be made for half and ¼ payments
Cash, Cheque or e-Transfer welcome
Location: 5916 Newport Drive, Nanaimo
Register with Holly Wylie, Head Coach
250-616-0592 | nanaimopaddlingcentre@shaw.ca
Winter Paddling
Try out dragon boat paddling!
Saturdays starting in October • 10:00-11:30am
Just $100 for 24 weeks!
Come for a paddle on Saturday mornings on beautiful Newcastle Channel and give dragon boating a try. Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary as we will teach you all you need to know. PFD’s and all equipment are available or bring your own.
Or go all in and register now for our winter programs: $100 for 24 weeks.
Location: Nanaimo Paddling Club
Register with Holly Wylie, Head Coach
250-616-0592 | nanaimopaddlingcentre@shaw.ca
Fall/Winter Fitness classes
Looking to build strength this off-season? Join our Fall/Winter Fitness (Make Muscle) sessions with trainer Chris Joseph. Strength training is a key part of dragon boating — it builds the power, endurance, and injury resistance you need to paddle stronger and longer.
Trainer: Chris Joseph
Email: chrisjoseph12@gmail.com
Call/Text: 250-616-9250
Location: Movement Co – VI, 2223 Wilgress Road
Time: Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm
Dates: October 8, 2025 – February 25, 2026 (18 weeks)
Cost: $570 ($31.66/session) – includes gym & trainer fees
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Payment may be made in full or in two installments (second installment due October 8).
Capacity: 10 participants
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First 10 to register and submit payment to Chris are confirmed.
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A second session may be added if there’s enough interest