BRD is a club that encourages people of both sexes, all ages, and of all athletic ability to participate in healthy lifestyle activities. Dragon boating is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone and all newcomers are welcome to join in at any of our sessions.

When you come along to one of our sessions on the Brisbane River wear something that you don’t mind getting wet – and perhaps something dry to change into. We will provide everything else, paddles, life jackets, and full instructions to help get you underway. You will need to sign in before taking to the water, notifying us if you are able to swim 100m, and life jackets are of course provided for further safety if required.

Suggested items to bring include:

- Water Bottle
- Running shoes
- Hat
- Sunscreen

An initial fee of $20 gives you a trial run for three sessions, which also covers the cost of insurance for this period.

After your 3 sessions it's time to become a member! If you wish to join after this trial period, the $20 is deducted from the annual fee, which is $250 ** for the year. The annual fee goes towards insurance, boat maintenance and repairs, coaching, and entry into most regattas.

Membership Process
1. If you haven't recieved a copy of the BRD Membership form from your first three visits you can download the BRD Membership form here. Once completed, hand the form into us at your next session.

2. Deposit the appropriate fees in the Brisbane River Dragons bank account and let us know when you have done so by email. Attach the appropriate forms to the email also.

Internet Banking: Westpac BSB: 034 002, Account: 12 66 57
Reference: Your name and details of deposit. Eg: Jane Elliott Mship

3. You will be automatically be added to the BRD mailing list. This is the best way to stay in touch with all club happenings.

** Ask about pro rata membership fees

2007/2008 Membership Fees
(1) Full Membership - $250 Includes all local Regattas, all training etc.
(2) Social Membership - $180 + $20 per local Regatta. All training – no Regattas included.
(3) Student (Full Time) / Pensioner - $200 – Includes all local Regattas, all training etc.
(4) Family – 1 Adult and 1 child only - $230 + $50 – Includes all local Regattas, all training etc.
(5) Junior – under 18yrs as at 1.01. of each year.- $50
(6) Reciprocal Club Membership. BRD paddlers can join RiverCity OutRigger Canoe Club for $60 + any regatta entry fees. ROCC/AOCRA/Australian Canoeing and Kayaking Members can join Brisbane River Dragons for $40 + any regatta entry fees.
(7) Reciprocal Club Membership Plus – as above for joining BRD, however Reciprocal members have the option of paying in advance, the $100 for all local regattas
(8) Come & Try - $20 for 3 sessions. This is then taken off Membership fee.
(9) Pro-rata fees will apply as season progresses.