Listen to the Steel City Beavers song

Steel City Beavers warming up beside the water

Join the Beavers

Three sessions.
Completely free.

No experience, specialist kit or superhuman fitness needed. Come as you are and we’ll help with the rest.

Your first session

From the bank
to the boat.

Trying dragon boating is straightforward. We’ll introduce you to the people, the equipment and the stroke before you find your place in the crew.

01

Get in touch

Fill in the booking form below, or call the team to arrange a session.

02

Meet the crew

We’ll welcome you, explain the basics and sort your equipment.

03

Get on the water

Find the rhythm of the boat and enjoy your first team session.

Steel City Beavers paddling together

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free sessions

What to expect

A friendly,
team-first welcome.

Open to complete novices and experienced paddlers

Your first three sessions are free

The crew will explain the basics and help you get started

The water at Tinsley Marina

Where we paddle

Tinsley Marina

Tinsley Marina Car Park
Tinsley, Sheffield, S9 2FN

Session times

Two sessions,
every week.

We train twice a week at Tinsley Marina. Pick a session, book it below and we’ll see you on the water.

Wednesday

6–8pm

A midweek rhythm on the water.

Sunday

9–11am

Start the week with the crew.

Book your session

Tell us
you’re coming.

Fill in your details, pick the date of the session you’d like to attend, and we’ll get everything ready for your first paddle.

Reminder: we train Wednesdays 6 to 8pm and Sundays 9 to 11am, so please pick one of those days.

We’ll only use your details to arrange your session, never for marketing.

Ready for your first stroke?

Call the crew, arrange a session and discover dragon boating for yourself.

FAQ

Good to know.

Is there parking?+

Yes. There is a car park available at Tinsley Marina Car Park, Tinsley, Sheffield, S9 2FN, right next to where we train.

Are there toilets?+

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Will I get wet?+

Possibly! It is a water sport, so splashes happen. Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and feel free to bring a spare set to change into afterwards.

Do you train all year round?+

We do. We paddle through every season, spring to winter, on Wednesdays 6 to 8pm and Sundays 9 to 11am.

Do I need any equipment?+

No. We provide paddles and buoyancy aids. Just bring yourself, some water and suitable clothes.