The Dragon Awakens
Dragon Boat is much more than a water sport; it's the perfect opportunity to join a continuous training team.
We do not require previous experience, only perseverance and the desire to improve together. Join our training routine and discover the true team spirit of the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián.
Schedules and Rates
Training Sessions
- Monday 16:30 - 17:30
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Mon. & Wed.
17:30 - 18:30 18:30 - 19:30
- Tue. and/or Thu. 17:30 - 18:30
- Saturdays 10:00 - 11:00
Monthly Fee
2 Sessions per week
- Member (Discounted) 35€
- General (Non-member) 40€
1 Session per week
- Member (Discounted) 20€
- General (Non-member) 25€
Meeting Point
River School of the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián
Required Equipment
Sports clothing
Comfortable and breathable clothing for rowing.
Water shoes
Neoprene booties or closed shoes that can get wet.
Towel
Dry clothes and shoes to change into afterwards.
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Everything you need to know to join the Dragon Boat team at the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián and start rowing with us.
Dragon Boat is an ancient water sport of Chinese origin that stands out for its strong teamwork component. It consists of a boat propelled by a group of paddlers who row in unison to the rhythm set by a drum, guided by a steersperson. At the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián, we practice it in the calm waters of the Urumea River, enjoying the surroundings of Donostia - San Sebastián.
It is a very complete and adaptable sport. While it requires aerobic effort and strength in the core and arms, the intensity is set by the team and the level of the session. The most important thing in Dragon Boat is not raw individual strength, but synchronization and technique.
It depends on the boat model. The most common in our training sessions are the "Small Boats" (DB12), which accommodate 10 paddlers, a steersperson, and a drummer. We organize the crews to maximize learning and group cohesion.
Being part of our team means joining a prestigious entity with decades of sports tradition in Donostia - San Sebastián. We offer top-level facilities, qualified coaches, and an exclusive yet welcoming environment where camaraderie is the fundamental pillar.
Not at all. Our team welcomes both people who have never held a paddle and experienced athletes. Our technicians will teach you the technique from scratch efficiently and safely.
Dragon Boat is an incredibly inclusive and intergenerational sport. We accept young people, adults, and veterans. If you have the desire to row and work as a team, you are welcome at the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián.
Yes, according to basic safety regulations for water sports, knowing how to swim is an essential requirement to participate in training sessions on the water. The safety of our members is our top priority.
Of course! Dragon Boat is perfect for getting in shape progressively. With 10 people rowing, the boat always moves forward, which removes individual pressure. Your fitness will improve naturally.
A typical session lasts about an hour. We start with a dry warm-up, followed by preparing the boat. Once on the Urumea River, we work on paddling technique, synchronization exercises, and aerobic series. We finish with stretching.
We row in almost any weather, including light rain (water is our medium). The session is only canceled or modified if the conditions pose a safety risk (storms, strong currents). In those cases, the coach will communicate the alternative.
There is no strict obligation, we understand that each member has commitments. However, since it requires forming a crew, we ask for commitment and prior communication of absences to organize the boat.
We offer both options. The main focus is to create a cohesive team that enjoys the sport. However, for those who want a greater challenge, the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián organizes and participates in regattas and meetings.
We recommend comfortable sports clothing that can get wet. For your feet, neoprene booties or closed shoes that can get wet. Avoid cotton, as when it gets wet it becomes heavy and cools the body. Don't forget to bring dry clothes to change into.
It is not necessary. The Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián provides all the necessary technical equipment: the boat, life jackets, and paddles. Over time, some paddlers purchase their own paddle for comfort.
The official meeting point is the club's River School, on the banks of the Urumea. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early, already changed from the locker rooms.
Training sessions take place at the Club's River School, located at Mundaiz Ikastetxea. This location does not have changing rooms or showers, so it is highly recommended to arrive already in your training clothes.
We offer the possibility of a trial training session. You can request it by filling out the registration form at the bottom of this page, or by contacting us directly through the WhatsApp button.
We have adapted monthly fees. You can choose between the 2 days a week or 1 day a week modality. In the "Schedules and Rates" section above you will find the updated prices.
Yes, of course. All club members enjoy the Discounted Rate, which represents a significant discount on the monthly fee compared to the General Rate applicable to non-members.
Yes, all regularly registered participants are covered by the accident insurance policy of the Real Club de Tenis de San Sebastián during the development of official training sessions.
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