Paddler Drew

27/09/2026

Motivation, Memories, and Mental Health

Some time ago I wrote 3 reflective essays on the sport and masculinity. This past weekend I've had encounters which made me look back at that time and get motivated once again to start writing. Here is one such a true story.

Signing out,
Just Drew (for now) 😏😉

15/09/2026

Working on something 🤫

Watch this space 😉

21/08/2026

Love this video as one of those proud moments. Flashback Friday to when I started getting used to helming in gusts of wind, ducking under bridges, and navigating those tight canals.

21/08/2026

18/08/2026

A dragon boat coach is the person who leads, trains, and motivates a dragon boat team. They plan workout routines, teach proper paddling techniques, set boat seating lineups, and ensure team safety on the water. It's more than giving instructions, it's sharing a passion with discipline.

26/07/2026

Personal Proud Moment: This was my very first official race as a new licenced helm/steer. Been seriously thrown into the deep end with this one by heading out into the larger open spaced section of the harbour. Steering into a large wake as a larger boat headed out, but I had faith in my crew and them in me. I survived my race baptism.

25/07/2026

25/07/2026

Race day officials