Western Canada’s ONLY Indoor Dragon Boat Festival
Say goodbye to winter and race into spring with an electrifying day of 200m indoor dragon boat racing, packed with energy, friendly rivalry, and seriously good vibes. It’s time to register for the 8th Annual Dry Heave Indoor Dragon Boat Festival!
Race Format
Teams of 4 paddlers
Women | Mixed (2 males, 2 females) | Open divisions
Recreational | Corporate | High Performance categories
200m races (minimum 3 for each participant)
Racers are projected live on a large screen, showcasing real-time
progress and placements, with results displayed immediately after each race.
Throughout team racing, cumulative team times and individual results are tracked. Top teams in each category and division advance to medal race-offs.
Final Showdown: The top 4 men and women earn automatic entry into a 100m knock-out race. The last paddler standing will be crowned King and Queen of the Heave!
Why You’ll Love It
✔ Fast, exciting, and spectator-friendly
✔ Perfect for rookies and seasoned paddlers alike
✔ Test your speed, sharpen your skills, and gain new ones
✔ High-energy racing + community vibes = unreal atmosphere
Location: Victoria West Community Centre: 521 Craigflower Rd,
Victoria, BC, V9A 6Z5
Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2026. First race starts at 10:00AM.
Pricing: VIP Members: $25 + GST | Non-VIP Members: $35 + GST.
$10 Add-on to join additional teams.
Registration: All racers must register online via Wellness Living using the following links:
Dry Heave Indoor DB Festival – VIP Member Only
https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/vi_paddling-inv6je?k_class=906385&k_class_tab=75339
Dry Heave Indoor DB Festival – Non-VIP Member Only
https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/vi_paddling-inv6je?k_class=906395&k_class_tab=75339
Dry Heave Indoor DB Festival – Additional Team
https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/vi_paddling-inv6je?k_class=906676&k_class_tab=75339
Registration Closing Date: February 28th, 2026
A super fun way to bid adieu to winter and welcome spring—paddles up, indoors! Showcase your winter gains and get fired up for the 2026 summer racing season.
Spots are limited. Don’t miss your chance to race, compete, and celebrate dragon boat culture in a whole new way.
An event by VI Paddling – Paddle Fun, Paddle Fit, Paddle Fast!
Contact us now to learn more
Come try 2 practices for free before signing up for the season!
