Wasabi Paddling Club

Competition, Community, and Camaraderie on and off the water.

Kraken, Wasabi's youth team, prepares to race

Club History

Founded in 1993, Wasabi Paddling Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the participation in, and promotion of, the national and international amateur sports of Dragon Boat and Outrigger Canoe racing. Our charter includes assisting novice through experienced paddlers in our community. After growing to nearly 500 members strong, the Club continues its goal of developing strong, competitive teams through mentoring and strong coaching.

Mission

Wasabi Paddling Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to the participation in, and promotion of, the national and international amateur sports of Dragon Boat and Outrigger Canoe racing. Our charter includes assisting novice through experienced paddlers in our community. The Club’s goal is to develop strong, competitive teams through sponsoring and coaching.

Overview

All Wasabi members have one thing in common, a love of paddling and racing, whether on a Dragon Boat, an Outrigger Canoe, or both. Come join us and discover the Wasabi motto, Competition, Community, and Camaraderie on and off the water.

The Wasabi membership is comprised of Portlanders of all abilities, ages, and physical fitness levels. Teams range from recreational to competitive, including specialized teams like the Wasabi Special Dragons and Wasabi Team SOAR, a women’s cancer survivor team.

Regardless of your age, experience or whether you’re male or female, Wasabi has a team for you!

We are an inclusive group who enjoy many on and off-water activities. Club members represent Portland and the Wasabi Paddling Club at local and international venues around the world!