Push your physical and mental limits as you train with elite athletes from all over the country.   You'll find yourself immersed in comprehensive technique, concepts and training, led by internationally-recognized coaches.  

Rigorous individual evaluation and World-Class instruction will help you
fine-tune your racing skills and prepare you for ​
your BEST year and best YOU!  
PLEASE NOTE:  This High Performance Camp is limited to paddlers
in EXCELLENT physical condition with at least ONE FULL YEAR of paddling experience.

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​GOLD-MEDAL COACHES!
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​We know it's all about the level of instruction, ​and we've got ​the best there is.  Anywhere.
​"Basically, you teach the technique, and then whoever works the hardest wins, which is kind of the way it's supposed to be."
​                                           Bob McNamara
LEAD INSTRUCTOR: BOB McNAMARA
Head Coach, 2019 Team USA Premier Open & Mixed 

​By far the most successful dragon boat coach in the United States, Bob McNamara has coached or co-coached teams to more than 100 IDBF World Championship medals, including 23 gold medals at the ​IDBF World Championships.   

No one else even comes close to his accomplishments.  

He has taken novice paddlers -- with no experience -- to the top of the podium at the World Championships.  During this week of camp, you'll be challenged and inspired to up your game to the next level of competition.
INSTRUCTOR:  COLLEEN McNAMARA
Head Coach, 2019 Team USA Premier Women        
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​Colleen McNamara began her dragon boating career in 2003 at the age of 13.  Her talent and determination took her to the IDBF Worlds in Poznan that same year as a member of the Team USA Youth Team and to Berlin two years later. 

In 2007, she was the youngest paddler to ever compete at the Premier level at the Worlds competition, and since 2007, she has competed on 5 Premier Women teams, serving as Team Captain of the gold medal team in 2017 and as Assistant Coach of Premier Mixed. 
 
When not dragon boating in international competition, Colleen coaches the Philadelphia Dragon Boat Association Women who are the reigning National Champions.
INSTRUCTOR:  PETER McNAMARA
Head Coach, 2019 Team USA Senior B Open & Mixed

In 1984, Peter McNamara was coaching crew at Villanova University when his brother Bob made the national team that went to Hong Kong that year.  Thanks to Bob's encouragement -- “you can make this boat!” -- Peter tried out for the 1985 team and he was hooked.  He ended up in the stroke seat and was off to Hong Kong (the first of 7 trips he would make).

Peter has competed internationally as both a paddler and as a coach, leading the Under 16 Mixed Team to a gold medal in Prague (2009). 
"There is nothing like the start of a race, hearing the explosion of sound the second the horn goes off and all the commands in different languages—a unique experience."
                     Peter McNamara
MINI-CAMP OPTION 
Short on vacation days?  You can still participate in this incredible opportunity by enrolling in our Mini-Camp April 17 - 19.  Same location, same gold-medal instructors!  Simply choose the Mini-Camp Option from the drop-down payment option.

NEW TRAINING LOCATION!

1001 North Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33606

This year we will train at a brand-new, state-of-the-art Tampa location.  Home to local Dragon Boat and Rowing Clubs, the beautiful ​Boathouse at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park will anchor our our camp operation.

​LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS!

Need to relax after a hard day of training? 

Check out the soothing atmosphere of The Barrymore Hotel, ​just a short walk from our training facility. 

You'll be training hard, and we know convenience is important.  That's why we've made sure everything you need for a great stay is right here! 

Amenities for our awesome athletes include:
  • Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi internet throughout (so you can easily post camp and beach selfies for your jealous friends back home)
  • Waterworks Bar & Grill, a full-service bar & restaurant (when you need a relaxing meal after a hard workout)
  • Barry's Market, your healthy "grab and go" convenience market, featuring breakfast items, hot & cold sandwiches, fresh salads, fresh fruit, snack bars, freshly-made pastries, ice cream, bottled water and sodas.
  • Outdoor pool with lounging area (Ahhhhhhhhhh . . .)
  • 24-hour fitness center with treadmills, elliptical, free weights, stationary bike, leg machine, Precor FTS Glide (wait, the onwater workouts aren't enough for you?)
  • Guest laundry facilities (yeah, your paddle pants are getting a little ripe, dude)

Don't delay!  Click here to book your room and secure the special High Five High Performance Camp
​Group Rate of $125.