Kent Dragon Boat Association

... Established in 2001 and  based at Lake Meridian in Kent, Washington.  We are an all-volunteer non-profit 501(c)3 organization and our Mission is to promote the tradition and sport of dragon boating for all people.  The KDBA's Vision is to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and good sportsmanship along with elements of fun and camaraderie in a competitive and supportive environment.

We are a dedicated group of women and men of all ages and all walks of life united by our commitment to each other and our shared love of the sport of dragon boating.

Our full season runs from January to October.  Everyone is invited to join Winter Warriors practices from January to March.  The regular portion of the season kicks into gear after daylight savings when we move towards practicing three days a week.  We compete in regattas throughout the season in different areas of the Pacific Northwest including British Columbia and occassionally in California, Nevada and Arizona.

Location and Name change for NANAIMO Dragon Boat Festival
25 Mar 2024
It is now South Island Dragon Boat Festival. The location will be at the Gorge Waterway in Victoria, (not in Victoria's Inner harbor). This event will still be held the weekend of July 13 and 14th. Look for sign up on Events Calendar.
Skill Clinics
09 Mar 2024
Dragon Boat Steering Clinics - Level 1 and Level 2 · Read more
2024 Registration is OPEN!! · Read more
KDBA Board Meeting
Mon 01 Apr 2024 6:00PM — 7:30PM
Lake Meridian, Kent Washington
Details
All are welcome to attend. Meetings are currently held virtually unless otherwise noted. See event description for Zoom information.
KDBA Board Meeting
Mon 06 May 2024 6:00PM — 7:30PM
Lake Meridian, Kent Washington
Details
All are welcome to attend. Meetings are currently held virtually unless otherwise noted. See event description for Zoom information.
Rainier Dragon Boat Festival - Register for Women's Crew
Sat 18 May 2024 8:00AM — 4:00PM
Thea’s Park, Tacoma WA
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Rainier Dragon Boat Festival - Register for Mixed Crew
Sat 18 May 2024 8:00AM — 4:00PM
Thea’s Park, Tacoma WA
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KDBA Board Meeting
Mon 03 Jun 2024 6:00PM — 7:30PM
Lake Meridian, Kent Washington
Details
All are welcome to attend. Meetings are currently held virtually unless otherwise noted. See event description for Zoom information.
Seattle Dragon Boat Festival - Women's Crew Sign up
Sat 08 Jun 2024 8:00AM — 4:00PM
South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
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Seattle Dragon Boat Festival - Mixed Crew Sign up
Sat 08 Jun 2024 8:00AM — 4:00PM
South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
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World Beat Dragon Boat Festival - Sign up for Mixed Crew
Sat 29 Jun 2024 8:00AM — 4:00PM
Salem, OR
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KDBA Board Meeting
Mon 01 Jul 2024 6:00PM — 7:30PM
Lake Meridian, Kent Washington
Details
All are welcome to attend. Meetings are currently held virtually unless otherwise noted. See event description for Zoom information.
South Island Dragon Boat Festival - Sign up for Women's Crew
Sat 13 Jul 2024 8:00AM — Sun 14 Jul 2024 4:00PM
Maffeo Sutton Park, 10 Comox Road, Nanaimo BC
Details
NANAIMO DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL HAS CHANGED IT'S NAME AND LOCATION! It is now South Island Dragon Boat Festival. The location will be at the Gorge Waterway in Victoria. Same date. More information to come.... This is sign up event for Women's Crew