First misconception: We welcome anyone and everyone. No previous experience needed. Your first three practices are free! After that, our yearly dues are ridiculously cheap (almost as cheap as a ONE month for a gym membership).
See our Calendar for specific dates and times. We typically practice once a week on Saturday mornings, and add in Sunday and Tuesday evenings around races.
“The strength of the team is each member. The strength of each member is the team.”
Phil Jackson
Choose a plan
- Our memberships are based on calendar year
- $150/year
- If you join July or later:
- Calculation is $13/month + $5, but still through end of year
- Example: joining in October means 3 months: $44.
- Monthly rate can be granted by exception, typically for temporary members or people that live in Austin only part of the year. Message us for details.
- Students join free
Five Easy Steps
- Check practices times on the calendar
- Email us at info@austincoolers.com or message us on Facebook to tell us the date you’re coming.
- Sign the online waiver.
- Reserve your spot by contacting us at least one day before the practice!
- Come to three water practices for free! We launch from the Austin Rowing Club at 74 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701
Then
- Talk to one of our members about the easiest way to pay your membership fees. We typically do this via zelle, venmo, or paypal.
- We’ll send you an invite to our private FB group for practices, events, and team posts. If you don’t have Facebook, we can arrange a way to sign up with the coaches.
- Get your free cotton t-shirt
- Practice and race with us!
Are you a student in middle or high school? We’re starting up a youth team! Kickoff details TBD, but feel free to reach out to us to get started early.
Dragon boating is a fun and alternative way to work out the full body. Contrary to popular belief, it is more legs, core, and back, than arms. The sport attracts a wide spectrum of skill levels and ages. It’s a great chance for team building, a social outlet and pushing yourself for competitions! It’s also a great intro to wider world of paddling sports such as Outrigger Canoe, Stand Up Paddle boarding, and kayak racing.
Even more, it’s a great way to meet new people. If you’re interested, just come out to one of our scheduled practices at Lady Bird Lake. We meet at the Waller Creek Boathouse/Austin Rowing Club and you’ll see our dragon boats tied to the dock. Don’t worry, we have all the equipment you need. Just bring water and clothes you don’t mind getting wet in.
See our FAQ for more info such as parking and equipment!
