Dragon Boat Racing

The popularity of dragon boat racing Dragon boat racing became an international sport after Hong Kong hosted the first international races in 1976. Since then it has developed into a widely successful annual event. Once the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) formed in 1991, the sport gained popularity across the world. It's estimated that over 90,000 take part in the sport in the USA and Canada.  Dragon boating gained popularity in North America given its competitive but fun quality and its emphasis on team participation which fosters a sense of community.  A typical dragon boat consists of ten rows that each seat two paddlers. The drummer at the head keeps time and will beat a drum during races, while a steersman stands at the back to keep the boat within its lane. The first two paddlers are responsible for synchronizing their strokes together and keeping pace for the rest of the boat. Whether your race is 200m or 2000m, you need to trust your fellow 19 team members to paddle as one across the finish line. No matter how you place, dragon boat is a sport that involves immense hard work, teamwork, and dedication, and will test the limits of your physical and mental strength. ——《开言英语》