The culminating event of the Dragonflies' season is just around the corner! Tomorrow, we take on 194 other teams to compete in the biggest international dragon boat race event -- the Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships! We've got just about enough time to sit down with Maggie Taggart. When she's not working at our school as our resident Occupational Therapist, she can be found on a hike, on the yoga mat, and, of course, on the dragon boat! Here's what she has to say about our favourite sport ;)
1) How long have you been paddling for the HKA Dragonflies? Why did you start?
This is my second season paddling with the Dragonflies. I joined last year mostly for social reasons and an excuse to get out on the water after work.
2) What sorts of exercise do you like to do outside of dragon boating?
I enjoy being active outdoors- and Hong Kong is the perfect place for it. I run, hike and do a bit of yoga.
1) How long have you been paddling for the HKA Dragonflies? Why did you start?
This is my second season paddling with the Dragonflies. I joined last year mostly for social reasons and an excuse to get out on the water after work.
2) What sorts of exercise do you like to do outside of dragon boating?
I enjoy being active outdoors- and Hong Kong is the perfect place for it. I run, hike and do a bit of yoga.
3) What are the challenges you've faced while dragon boating?
Aside from the general dread of practices during the rainy season, it took me a long time to really understand the dragonboat paddle stroke (still working on it!). I grew up canoeing, which is a very different movement- and pace! No lily-dipping or teabagging allowed on the dragonboat.
4) What do you enjoy most about dragon boating?
Swim breaks, race days, post-practice pier beers....and of course the scenery out on the water.
5) What tips would you give someone considering taking up dragon boating?
Stick with it for a full season to experience the highs and lows.
6) Any last words?
Thanks to Karin, Ben and Kim for organising another fab season. Oh, and Hi Mom!
Aside from the general dread of practices during the rainy season, it took me a long time to really understand the dragonboat paddle stroke (still working on it!). I grew up canoeing, which is a very different movement- and pace! No lily-dipping or teabagging allowed on the dragonboat.
4) What do you enjoy most about dragon boating?
Swim breaks, race days, post-practice pier beers....and of course the scenery out on the water.
5) What tips would you give someone considering taking up dragon boating?
Stick with it for a full season to experience the highs and lows.
6) Any last words?
Thanks to Karin, Ben and Kim for organising another fab season. Oh, and Hi Mom!