On Saturday 4th June Mako Paddle Club dusted off their very best Hawaiian shirts and gaudy suits, dabbed on some makeup, and danced the night away at the 2022 MAFTA Awards. The MAFTAs, or ‘Mako Annual Fabulous & Terrific Awards’ are voted by peers, appointed by the Coach and inherited through buffoonery. They are without […]
Because Paddling is Cheaper than Therapy: Mako Marathon #22
We’re back from Mako Marathon – not sorry that we went; we went to seek some sandy patch whereon to pitch our tent. These were not the tranquil scenes of which most poets boast; but storms and swells and rainclouds dark, and lightning up the coast. We paddled hard on Jervis Bay, right where the […]
AusChamps2022: “Who the F*%@#!*&K is Mako?
These five words were heard in the marshalling tent at the beginning of the 2022 Australian Championships. They were not heard by the end of the campaign. And here’s why. Mako’s journey to debut at the 2022 AusChamps is a story that may be captured on pieces on paper, but no words can retell the […]
Basic Technique Demo
This video shows the basic dragonboating technique that Mako use. Worth a watch.
Dragonboat Stretches and Gym Workouts
3 levels of gym workouts, stretches and mobility work to keep you feisty, fit and paddling for a long time.
Back Injury Prevention for Paddlers
Some great stretches and mobility for back and abs to prevent injury
Rotator Cuff Mobility and Injury Prevention
Some great exercises for shoulder health and mobility.
Stretches, Mobility and Injury Prevention 101
Good technique, load management and injury prevention exercise training are key factors to prevent injury in dragon boating. Read on for how to keep yourself feisty, bendy, stretchy and paddling forever. There are 3 levels, so once you’ve mastered Level 1, move on through the rest. Mobility and Strength Exercises Here are some excellent exercises […]
The Quest of 22 by Special Correspondent Courtney Fladrich
Despite the local torrential rain, dreaded potholes and river crossings, Team Mako was determined to make their way to Canberra in search of fairer weather, a good wholesome day and a few races for the new sweepies Sal and Ryan. Just in Mako style, Mako managed to pull together 22 of the raggiest taggiest paddlers […]
