Dragon Boat Team Building & Private Group Adventures
Corporate Events • Social Paddles • Youth Programs • Sunset & Full Moon Paddles
SUNSET YOGA & FULL MOON PADDLE
Paddle in the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Register through the Barrie Public Library (HOST)
JOIN THE BARRIE DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
Experience one of Barrie’s most exciting summer traditions on Kempenfelt Bay.
- 🐉 Minimum 3 races (weather permitting)
- 👥 Teams of 20 paddlers + 1 drummer
- 💙 Raise $500+ for your chosen charity
- 📅 Ages 14+
Register Through Barrie Public Library Questions about practices? We can help prepare your team.
BOOK YOUR FESTIVAL PRACTICES
Get your team race-ready with guided practice sessions available June 1 – August 12.
- 🚣 Steersperson included
- 🏅 Optional instructional coach
- 💲 $175 + HST per practice
- 📋 View our qualified coach list
TESTIMONIALS
I have had a ton of great experiences with Corporate Recess's Dragon Boating. I have paddled with them at a number of different events and learned a lot. It's always a really fun time and it's great to be out on the water with fun people. Great lessons, great festival experiences. I look forward to many more summers with them.
James Mckenna – Dragon Boat Team Captain
Jeff has been such an incredible leader and beacon in the community of Barrie (and I’m sure this extends well beyond our borders). He makes everyone feel seen and welcomed. Jeff is caring, kind, and generous with his time. We can’t thank you enough for all that you do and all that you’ve shown up for, always with a smile and a genuine interest in other people. Keep doing what you’re doing Jeff, you are a treasure to our Barrie waterfront community.
Janet – Dragon Boat Barrie Club Paddler
If you haven't been to an event organized by Jeff yet, don't hesitate any longer. I first met Jeff on the Barrie waterfront docks and instantly knew he was a gem. He makes dragon boating fun, inviting, and a way to connect with others. He has a way of making you feel like you're exactly where you need to be when you're out on that water. I was welcomed in by the dragon boat community a decade ago and have lasting friendships because of Jeff and his hard work. Thank you for that.
Julie Harris – Dragon Boat Festival Team Captain
WHY DRAGON BOATING WORKS
- 🤝 True teamwork — Everyone paddles together as one crew.
- 🥁 Communication & leadership — Take turns drumming and guiding the team’s rhythm.
- 🌊 Fresh air & a change of scenery — Step away from the office and recharge on the water.
- 💪 Active & engaging — Cheer each other on through fun, motivating challenges.
- 🏆 Confidence & connection — Build trust, morale, and a shared sense of accomplishment.
Why Dragon Boat Team Building
Dragon boating is one of the few activities where success depends on everyone working together. As your crew finds its rhythm, communication, trust, and teamwork develop naturally.
Beyond the boat, it’s a chance to step away from the office, enjoy the outdoors, and create meaningful memories that strengthen your team long after the event ends.
Ready to plan your team’s adventure?
what is dragon boating?
Dragon Boating is a Chinese tradition and sport over 2000 years old. With a crew of 10-20 paddlers, a drummer, and a steersperson, each team paddles a boat over 40 ft long, weighing over a tonne, typically in a race with 4-6 other boats. Dragon boating is currently the fastest growing water sport in the world.
As Barrie locals that grew up on Kempenfelt Bay, we know how much Barrie residents love Lake Simcoe. More than anything, we LOVE dragon boating, and we just want to share its magic with the community of Barrie.
Dragon boating is one of the few sports where in order to succeed – you must compete, work, and rally to meet your goals – together. Its team building in its rawest form. Every single person is equally important and everyone has the same job – to paddle in unison. That’s why dragon boating is one of the best activities to foster communication, camaraderie, and confidence for your team – you work together, or you’ll end up in “deep water!”
Contact us
Learn more about Corporate Recess and what we can do to help your business, group, or community grow as a team!
barrie@corporaterecess.ca