Whether you're already super keen to join us, have a few questions, are not sure, or are feeling anxious about giving dragon boating (or sport in general) a go, give us some details and we'll be in touch.  

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If you are unsure (or anxious), we'll put you in touch with one of our paddlers so you can have a chat about their Dragon Boat journey.

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The only requirement is alignment with our values:

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Respect

Respect at Northern Phoenix means creating an environment where every person feels heard, recognised, valued, and genuinely welcome. It’s about honouring each other’s personalities, personal situations, and our wider community whānau.​

Inclusive

Inclusive at Northern Phoenix means welcoming people of all backgrounds, ensuring everyone has the right to belong, contribute, and be heard. We value the range of experiences and abilities within our team, knowing our strength comes from that diversity, and we create space for open kōrero, transparent decision making and paddler satisfaction.

Support

Support at Northern Phoenix means backing each other on and off the water — offering technical guidance, social connection, and genuine care for teammates’ mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. We look out for one another, encourage each other, and prioritise the overall wellbeing of the team.

Enjoy

Enjoy at Northern Phoenix means wanting to be part of the team, looking forward to turning up, and genuinely enjoying the people we paddle with. When we’re on the water, we create an environment where participation feels rewarding, fun, and something we all want to come back to.

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