Posted on: November 12, 2026
Dragon Boat Racing Comes to Reading Lake
Dragon boat racing has arrived at Reading Lake! If you are looking for a team activity in Berkshire that gets everyone involved, makes a lot of noise and ends with a proper race to the finish, this is it.
Why teams love dragon boat racing
A dragon boat only goes fast when the whole crew paddles together. The drummer at the front sets the beat, the helm at the back steers, and everyone in between has to find the same rhythm. It is simple to learn, but it takes real teamwork to win, which is exactly why it works so well for corporate team building.
It is also brilliant to watch. With colleagues cheering from the bank and crews racing side by side, the final race of the day always gets competitive.
What happens on the day
- A safety briefing and buoyancy aids for everyone
- Paddling coaching from our instructors
- Practice runs to get the crew in sync
- Heats and a grand final on the lake
No experience is needed, and our team is on the water throughout.
Great for bigger groups
Dragon boat racing is ideal for company away days, summer parties, charity events, schools and clubs. You can also add it to a day of our other activities, such as raft building, axe throwing or team challenges.
Find out more
Reading Lake is just 15 minutes from Reading town centre and 5 minutes from junction 11 of the M4, with parking, changing rooms and showers on site.
See our dragon boat racing in Reading page for full details, or call 01189 567556 to check dates for your group.