Dragon boat club at Woy Woy

A new dragon boat club has been established on the Peninsula in support of breast cancer survivors.

A public meeting held at Woy Woy Bowling Club on Wednesday, April 27, resulted in the formation of the Deepwater Dragon Boat Club,

"It has taken over a year of hard work and planning to get to this point, but with 55 enthusiastic people in attendance the wait has been well worth it," said club publicity officer Ms Judi Gurzinski.

President Mr Brian Leedham introduced the sport of dragon boating to the meeting, covering all aspects of the new club.

The club will cater for all types of teams including cancer survivors, supporters and social paddlers.

NSW Dragon Boat Club business manager Ms Melanie Cantwell spoke on the rules and regulations of Dragon Boat Clubs and answered questions from those present at the meeting.

Ms Gurzinski spoke on the benefits of dragon boating for breast cancer survivors including the camaraderie, the beneficial exercise and the enduring friendships.

The club will be based at the Woy Woy Bowling Club with the boat stored at the northern end of the club.

The Deepwater Dragon Boat Club will be the 50th dragon boat club in NSW.

Media Release, 28 Apr 2011 Judi Gurzinski, Deepwater Dragon Boat Club