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Sports & Hobbies groups near Redwood City, CA

Lightwave - Redwood City Dragon Boat Racing

Redwood City, CA

Lightwave - Redwood City Dragon Boat Racing
Join us if you want to work out with a group of fun-loving, competitive dragon boat paddlers! Be prepared for rigorous exercise! **About Lightwave:** Formed in 1996 when dragon boat racing first became a sport in the Bay Area, Lightwave is a group of committed athletes who paddle year-round and race competitively 4-5 times per season out of Redwood City. Our team is made up of veteran paddlers and newcomers to the sport. We all share similar passions, to feel the boat glide above the water when we are paddling in sync, to motivate each other on and off the water, and, importantly, answer life's biggest question: "Where’s Lunch?" **About our practices:** * Lightwave is currently recruiting! Any new member gets 3 free trial practices. After that, we ask that you pay a once a year membership fee to keep coming out. This is a flat fee and covers all boat, site, and equipment usage. Once you are on the team, you will get access to all our team communications including information about races, events, and practices. * Beginners to the sport are welcome. We will teach you everything you need to know to race in a Dragon Boat! Practice starts with a 15 minute warm up on land involving a series of stretches and dynamic movements focusing on core and full-body strength. * **A typical practice may consist of:** * An introduction to the paddle and safety commands. * Technique and the parts of the dragon boat stroke. * A long paddle warm-up (sometimes up to 2000 meters or 15 minutes straight of paddling). * Technique and race drills (endurance, strength). * 250 - 500 meter race pieces. * Practice ends with some cool-down stretches. **Some tips:** * Dragon Boating is a water sport. Dress in exercise clothes that you don’t mind getting wet. * We highly recommended you **eat well** and **hydrate** your body prior to coming to paddle in the dragon boat. This is an anaerobic sport. **Water is essential!** * You will be sore for the next few days after your first practice! Remember that this is a sport that utilizes your whole body. * Like any other sport, we paddle hard and you will be paddling for the majority of practice. While you may be sore for a few days, you will get stronger! **What to bring:** Water bottle, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, jacket/windbreaker (it gets cold at night). Paddles and PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices) are provided. Must be 18 or older. **Technique video:** [Team LightWave rotation technique](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lN3yCtLYnDY) **Race video:** Check out our latest race in Vancouver Canada: [Vancouver Finals Mixed E](https://youtube.com/clip/Ugkxxvn1sn75nQf65V-gseb97JMolCR-h9oD) ! Lightwave takes the GOLD!! We were in Lane 3 under the combined team name of Dragon's Wave. [Sprints Finals](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_RYQMTy2ko) [Regatta Finals (Steers POV)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd0Jos1AjhQ)
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Bal Folk SF Bay Area

Palo Alto, CA

Never miss a chance to dance ! Follow Bal Folk SF Bay for folk dancing events. No previous experience required. Two-left feet are more than welcome too! Meet new people and learn to dance!! Bal Folk is an international movement started in France in 1970's, based on traditional music and dancing.

Ten reasons to participate:

1. Dance keeps both the body and the brain active, vital for people of every age.

2. Dance offers a way to improve strength and flexibility, which helps keeps muscles and joints healthy.

3. Choosing to start a new hobby can help you meet new people and make friends with people who have similar interests.

4. Dance helps you learn about your body, improving your posture and balance.

5. Taking time out in the day to partake in a hobby can help to reduce stress levels.

6. Dance can offer insight into other cultures, either through the dance style itself or meeting new people.

7. Dance can led to new career opportunities, or help build vital communications skills needed in every profession.

8. Participating in dance can help increase your self esteem and confidence through mastering new skills.

9. Dance offers a creative outlet for people to express their personalities in a safe environment.

10. Dance is a fun way open up new possibilities, keep healthy and enjoy yourself.

Enough ? So now dance !!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtfphvRA_Po&feature=youtu.be


Probably one of the biggest fest-noz: Yaouank (rennes, France) https://yaouank.bzh/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYAd4T-DSqAm

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