Amazons

Amazons Perth Dragon Boat Club was founded in 2000. We cater for breast cancer survivors and supporters through dragon boat paddling. We find the active, vigorous exercise of paddling enhances physical and emotional well being within a context of caring companionship.

Our name Amazon comes from ancient origins, but brings to mind the mythical Amazon Warrior women who had a breast removed to allow greater accuracy when shooting arrows. They were protective and loyal to each other and even when wounded would continue to battle on and never leave anyone behind. That’s how our team operates. We care for each other and show that there is life after a breast cancer diagnosis. We have fun, and enjoy the challenge, camaraderie and exercise component of paddling regardless of age or ability.

Amazons Perth is committed to raising awareness of breast cancer whilst encouraging women to regain an active, adventurous life despite the physical limitation imposed by breast cancer surgery. Dragon boat racing is a remarkable diversion from the psychological impact of breast cancer while offering a social atmosphere for the team to train.

We are very excited to now also be a member group of Dragons Abreast Australia.