Date: Sunday 21 September 2025
Location: Frenchmans Bay Reserve, La Perouse
Join Us for a Day of Exciting Racing!
The Pacific Dragons Outrigger Canoe Club is proud to host the AOCRA NSW Zone Club Regatta on Botany Bay, kicking off the 2025/2026 season. All OC1/2/V1 and OC6 paddlers are welcome to compete in this exciting event featuring:
- OC1/2 & V1 races: 4km, 8km, and 13km courses
- OC6 races: Ultra Short (4km), Short (8km), and Long (13km) courses
- Divisions for Juniors, Novices, Social, Women, Mixed, and Men
- Stunning courses around Botany Bay landmarks
Key Details
Schedule Highlights
- 6:40am: Welcome & Blessing
- 7:00am: First race starts (OC1/2/V1 Juniors)
- 9:00am: OC6 Ultra Short Course
- 1:30pm: OC6 Men’s Long Course
Note: Times may adjust due to Port Botany shipping movements
Important Requirements
- Current AOCRA membership required
- Huli recovery drill completion (last 12 months)
- Safety equipment mandatory (PFD, leg ropes, etc.)
- Online registration closes 8pm Thu 18 Sep
How to Enter
Register online via the AOCRA website by 18 September. Fees vary by category and distance (from $10 for Juniors).
Race Categories & Fees
OC6 Teams:
- Juniors: $10 per person
- Adults:
- Ultra Short Course (4km): $19 per person
- Short Course (8km): $31 per person
- Long Course (13km): $43 per person
OC1/2/V1 Individuals:
- Juniors: $10 per person
- Adults/Junior+Senior:
- Ultra Short Course (4km): $16 per person
- Short Course (8km): $21 per person
- Long Course (12km): $31 per person
Event Information
- Food and drinks available for purchase on-site
- First aid provided at registration
- Parking available along Anzac Parade
- Trailer unloading assistance provided
- Courses may be modified for weather conditions
- All competitors must attend race briefings 15 minutes before their start time
Contact Information
For more information, contact:
- Race Organiser – Vivien Ng: 0423 838 339
- Race Director – Nicola Frowen: 0419 552 975
- Club President – Kirsi Niinimaki: 0423 597 517
- Email: info@pacificdragons.com.au
Download Full Regatta Information (PDF)
We look forward to seeing you on the water for what promises to be an exciting day of outrigger racing!