CDBA Teams
Ready to paddle towards adventure, camaraderie, and thrilling competition? Dive into the heart-pounding rhythm of synchronized paddling, feel the rush of adrenaline as your team surges across the water, and immerse yourself in a community where passion and teamwork reign supreme. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer eager to embrace a new challenge, our diverse teams offer a welcoming environment for all. Experience the thrill of pushing your limits, forging lifelong friendships, and celebrating victories together. Your adventure starts here with one of our dragon boat teams below! Click on the social media links to learn more about each team.
Adult Teams
DieselFish
Redwood City, CA / Silicon Valley
PADDLERS ARE YOU READY? GO! DieselFish thrusts its paddles into the Bay and then rips through the water. UP! UP! UP! The San Francisco Bay Area team quickens its rate, causing the boat to surge forward. This pace is grueling, but DieselFish is prepared – the team’s members improved their cardio rates. READY AND REACH! DieselFish shifts to a steady cruising speed. This transition is difficult, but the team practiced it countless times. FINISH IT NOW! DieselFish shortens its strokes and hurtles toward the finish line. Visit us at DieselFish.org now to find out what happens next and to learn how YOU can join our next adventure!
Ripple Effect
San Francisco, CA
Ripple Effect is a premier San Francisco Bay Area competitive paddling, fitness and activities club made up of young and young-at-hearts who live to have fun, exercise, eat well, and paddle hard. We're passionate about giving back to the community, up-leveling our fitness, and having a great time. We love to travel and race regularly all over the country and world. Our deep sense of "Ripple Ohana" is contagious and we look forward to sharing it with the rest of the dragon boat community!
South Bay Synergy
Redwood City, CA / Silicon Valley
South Bay Synergy’s mission is to foster a strong dragon boat community based out of Silicon Valley. We strive to see our paddlers become confident in themselves and grow alongside each other. With trust, respect, and teamwork we want to promote a welcoming, friendly environment for paddlers of all levels.
Vanguard Dragon Boat
San Francisco, CA
College Teams
Youth Teams
Lincoln Dragon Boat
San Francisco, CA
Since 1996, Lincoln has been producing and nurturing some of the best youth paddlers on the West Coast. We have over 20 CDBA Mixed A Championship titles, 2 Dragon Boat BC Junior Mixed Championship titles, and 4 IDBF Club Crew World Championship titles. We prioritize developing students into responsible young adults by reinforcing our core values of dedication, resolve, community, and respect.