Who are the Los Angeles Racing Dragons?

We are a recreational yet competitive dragon boat paddling club. Founded in 1996, the Los Angeles Racing Dragons is the first year-round non-profit dragon boat team.

Read more about our story.

Try us on for size

If you are interested in trying dragon boat paddling visit us at practice.

Or spend a day at at one of the festival or races.

If you're ready to be a part of teamLARD Join LA Racing Dragons

Community

Los Angeles Pink Dragons

Founded in 2003, LAPD is the first breast cancer survivor team in Los Angeles. They got their start with coaching from LARD. Even now, they have LARD's support and aid to make themselves an even better team.

To learn more about this inspiring team, read more.

Annual Paddle Art Contest

The Los Angeles Racing Dragons (LARD) invites the local community to enter an annual art contest with a chance to win a carbon fiber paddle. The purpose of the contest is to promote the sport of dragon boat. All students 15-24 years-old are eligible to enter.

To learn more about this tribute to our teammate, read more.