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Come try dragon boating! Special event for new paddlers - May 31 Come join the Steel City Dragon on Saturday May 31 at 10:00am for some fun on the river. Meet up at the Fox Chapel Yacht Club parking lot, get a brief safety lesson, then take a spin on the river in an actual racing dragon boat. It's all free for first timers! More news Our teamsRecreational team - Wrecking Crew: Our recreational crew is a great way to get started in dragon boating. We have open practices twice a week, and fun competition at several local races over the summer. Competitive racing team - Steel City Comp: Our competitive racing crew is are also open to all adults, but practice at a higher level three times a week in preparation for several out-of-town races. Youth team - Hot Metal Youth: Our youth team is for boys and girls ages 10-17. They receive the same high-level coaching as our adult teams, and prepare for races in special youth divisions. Breast cancer survivor team - Pink Steel: Our Breast Cancer Survivors' team supports breast cancer awareness and provides a positive athletic community for survivors in the Pittsburgh region. Survivors' teams are a rapidly growing sector in the world of dragon boating, with teams like Philadelphia's Hope Afloat competing and winning all over the world. For survivors, dragon boating offers an ideal exercise to enhance physical recovery bolstered by a supportive team environment. Click here for more information. Corporate/organization teams: We have coaches, equipment, and training programs to develop a team for your organization. Options range from one or two sessions to a full racing season. Contact us for details. ScheduleTeam members: Team practice times are...
Detailed practice, event, and racing schedule Who we areThe Steel City Dragons organization is a Pittsburgh-area Dragon Boat Team. We formed in 2002 and had our first full competitive season in 2003 followed by 2004-2007 seasons filled with awards, medals, and growth of new teams. Many more activities are in the works for the coming years, including lots of racing at all levels and plenty of casual fun. Some useful forms and information sheets:
Sponsor us!Our competitive team has made a big splash in local competitions as well as on the road. We need sponsors to help us cover our expenses for equipment and race fees. Our sponsors share in our successes and gain access to a growing, diverse, and vibrant sport. Contact us at info@steelcitydragons.org for the full range of sponsorship opportunities.
Thanks to our current sponsors, including Fox Chapel Marine, and the Rivertowne Inn Steel City Dragons of Pittsburgh, PA:
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