Doty!! We've had Aly on the boat for three seasons now. She's not one to be underestimated -- this petite paddler brings both banter and a killer stroke to the team! ;) Read on to find out more about her thoughts on being a member of the HKA Dragonflies! 1) How long have you been paddling for the HKA Dragonflies? Why did you start? This is my third season with the Dragonflies. I started because I was looking for something both active and social, plus I live in Sai Kung, so I have no excuse for not being able to make it to trainings. |
2) What sorts of exercise do you like to do outside of dragon boating?
I enjoy yoga, boot camp classes and pretty much anything active outside.
I enjoy yoga, boot camp classes and pretty much anything active outside.
3) What are the challenges you've faced while dragon boating?
The dragon boating season is a commitment in terms of time and sometimes that can be a challenge, especially when you’re faced with a two hour practice at the end of a long work day. However, I think we all feel proud of ourselves at the end of hard practice, so the challenge rewarding like that.
Another challenge is the paddling technique which is very different than all the canoeing I did growing up. It takes awhile to get it right because there are so many things to remember, but when it clicks, it feels so good!! ;)
The dragon boating season is a commitment in terms of time and sometimes that can be a challenge, especially when you’re faced with a two hour practice at the end of a long work day. However, I think we all feel proud of ourselves at the end of hard practice, so the challenge rewarding like that.
Another challenge is the paddling technique which is very different than all the canoeing I did growing up. It takes awhile to get it right because there are so many things to remember, but when it clicks, it feels so good!! ;)
4) What do you enjoy most about dragon boating?
The best thing about dragon boating is being part of the team; there is a great camaraderie on and off the boat. Other aspects I enjoy are being able to get out on the water and the level of fitness the season brings.
The best thing about dragon boating is being part of the team; there is a great camaraderie on and off the boat. Other aspects I enjoy are being able to get out on the water and the level of fitness the season brings.
Doty and the rest of the team before our first race last Sunday!
5) What tips would you give someone considering taking up dragon boating?
You definitely need to give it a go!
6) Any last words?
"Sam ah! Steps ah! Ng goi sai ah!"*
*ask a Dragonfly to translate for you if necessary :)
You definitely need to give it a go!
6) Any last words?
"Sam ah! Steps ah! Ng goi sai ah!"*
*ask a Dragonfly to translate for you if necessary :)