Each individual is expected to raise a minimum of £150. Two thirds of the funds raised by the team will go to York Mind, and one third to York Rotary's nominated charity/charities for that year.
Dragon Boat Race 2025
Join Our Crew Now And Make A Splash For Mental Health!
Event Overview
We are excited to once again be a part of The York Rotary Dragon Boat Challenge 2025!
Join us to compete with 35 other teams, paddling down the River Ouse on a 250m course from Scarborough Bridge to YCRC Clubhouse... all whilst in fancy dress! A crew of up to 16 paddlers paced by a drummer at the bow and guided by a helmsman at the stern, combine power and rhythm to achieve maximum acceleration and speed to create a truly visually exciting event!
Date: Sunday 13th July
Location: South side of the River Ouse, between Scarborough Bridge and Lendal Bridge.
Time: Approx 9am - 5pm
Entry fee: £25 per person
Fundraising Target: £150 per crew member (York Rotary expects each team to raise at least £2,000 as sponsorship as a condition of taking part. Many teams raise much more)
Join Team York Mind in the annual Dragon Boat race and help us raise crucial funds to support mental health services in our community. We're looking for 20 motivated individuals or corporate teams to paddle together and show their support for York Mind’s life-changing work.
It’s set to be a fun, action packed day on the water, filled with teamwork and friendly competition, but it’s not just about the race—it’s about making a real impact! By joining us, you’ll help raise vital funds and awareness while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow team members - so grab your paddles and join us for a day of fun and purpose!
On race day there will also be a Gala on the North Bank of the River, where the public can watch the racing and enjoy the fun of stalls, competitions, music, food and drink - so bring the whole family!
1How much do I need to raise?
2How big is the team?
We are looking to form a team of 20, made up of 16 paddlers, 1 drummer and up to 3 reserves. A helmsman will be provided by the event organisers.
3Are there any medical restrictions ?
Members of the team must be reasonably fit and able to swim at least 50 metres wearing a buoyancy aid. If you are unsure whether you can take part, please seek advice from your doctor.
4Terms & Conditions
York Mind
Terms & Conditions: York Rotary Dragon Boat Race 2025
Entry Donation & Sponsorship Target
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Entry Donation |
£25.00 (Helps York Mind to cover the entry fees/boat hire etc) |
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Sponsorship target |
£150 per person (excluding Gift Aid) |
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Sponsorship due dates |
Sponsorship must be raised by 01/07/2025 |
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- Fundraising from your participation in the York Rotary Dragon Boat Race should be collected online via Enthuse or in cash. The aim is for you to raise as much as possible.
Entry Process
- Entry fees must be paid online. York Mind will confirm your entry via email.
Withdrawal policy
- If you withdraw your entry before 1st June 2025, we will try to reallocate your place to another participant, and you will not be required to raise minimum sponsorship.
- If you withdraw your entry after 2nd June 2025, we will be unable to reallocate your place to another participant, and you will be required to raise sponsorship or donate at least 50% of your fundraising target.
All participants:
- You confirm that you are medically fit and that you participate in the event at your own risk. York Mind will not be held responsible for injury or illness resulting from your participation.
- You understand that it is your responsibility to read any terms and conditions issued by the challenge organisers and to comply with these.
- The minimum age for this event is 16. You confirm you will be the minimum age on race day.
- You acknowledge that York Mind may incur costs as a result of you joining Team York Mind (e.g. cost of producing and sending fundraising pack/technical kit) for this challenge. The objective is for you to raise as much sponsorship as possible.
- Should you, for whatever reason, not take your place, all sponsorship forms and monies collected should be forwarded to York Mind or returned to your sponsors.
- You have provided York Mind information about you and consent to York Mind using this data. You understand that it will be necessary for York Mind to share the data with the event organisers to participate in this event.
- York Mind do not sell or swap your details with any third parties, but to carry out our work we may need to pass your details to service companies authorised to act on our behalf.
- York Mind will keep your details on our database so we can provide you with the best possible support every time you contact us.
- All participants, supporters and spectators, including friends and families who choose to attend the event confirm that they are happy for their names, video footage, photographs taken of them during the event to be used to publicise the event by York Mind for commercial and fundraising purposes including, but not limited to marketing material, television broadcasts, social media, advertising, publications, and other documents or mediums that may be made available to the public. Photographs of children will not be used in this manner without express written consent; unless the images are incidental, for example, children’s images at the starting line. For further information about how we collect and use personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy
- Any complaints should be communicated to the York Mind representative on the challenge, or, if that is not possible, then in writing to nic.willis@yorkmind.org.uk as soon as possible after the event.
Thank you so much for taking part!
Corporate Sponsorship
If your company is looking for a meaningful way to give back, we invite you to become a sponsor of our Dragon Boat Team!
Even if you don’t have enough people to form a full crew, sponsoring a team offers great exposure while supporting mental health in the community. It's an opportunity to demonstrate your business’s commitment to social responsibility, all while getting your brand in front of a diverse and engaged audience at this exciting event. Let’s work together to make a real impact!
Please contact nic.willis@yorkmind.org.uk for more info
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