Jennifer Sawula
Jennifer Sawula, Club Manager
Jen first discovered dragon boating in March 2023 when a friend asked her if they could try the sport together. Looking for some motivation to get fit and try something new, she joined a local recreational team. The camaraderie was inspirational and she was hooked. When Jen heard about the opportunity to take the training and fitness to a higher level, she joined the VI Paddling team Flat Out. With a love for how competition inspires you to do your best, she later transitioned to VI Paddling full time. In 2024, she was lucky to have the opportunity to join the Flat Out team in Ravenna, Italy.
Her career with dragon boating continued to evolve in March of 2025 when she started in the position of club manager. Jen’s goals are to support
VI Paddling, to help get people into dragon boating, and to help the sport grow.
Claire Curtis
Claire Curtis, Club Manager
Claire Curtis discovered dragon boating in April 2022 when a friend invited her to give the sport a try. After a year on a recreational team, she was eager to take her paddling to the next level. Two years later, Claire proudly represented the Gorging Dragons on the Senior B crew on the international stage at the World Club Crew Championships in Ravenna, Italy.
Now serving as Club Manager, Claire oversees the daily operations, member experience, and growth of VI Paddling. She ensures programs, facilities, and communications run smoothly while supporting the club’s mission to provide safe, inclusive, and high-quality paddling opportunities.
A registered kinesiologist with a PhD in Kinesiology, Claire also serves as VI Paddling’s Strength and Conditioning Coach, helping athletes bridge the gap between technical paddling skills and the physical performance needed to excel on the water. She is passionate about growing the sport, supporting athletes, and helping more people experience the power and community of paddling.
Claire Curtis
Club Manager | VI Paddling Society
Cell: 250-415-9877
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