We paddle almost year-round, and all are welcome! Practices are scheduled on Meetup and we ask that all attendees RSVP there for the benefit of the coaches.

To keep our bodies in top paddling shape during the off-season we hold indoor pool practice starting in January. We do not have access to a giant pool that can fit a dragon boat, so we use the side of the pool as our “boat” and practice our paddling strokes in the water.
Our water season starts in April (exact start date is weather-dependent) with outdoor practice after we launch our boats.

Please sign our waiver prior to coming to your first practice.

What to expect:
– To get wet
– Facilities to change into dry clothes post-practice (when indoors)
– Use of team paddles
– Use of team PFDs (when outdoors)
– A warm-up of basic exercises to improve strength and flexibility
– A cool-down and stretch-out
– One-on-one attention and training from our coaches
– If you’ve never paddled a day in your life, we will show you how!

Membership policy
The first three practices are free to allow for you to try out the sport and meet the team; there is no obligation or pressure to join at that time! We’ll provide all the gear and the coaching and all the socializing you could ever want.  After the trial period, we hope you’ll continue your journey with us by purchasing an annual membership since the team’s gear, boats, and space fees (such as pool rental) depend on these contributions.

Outdoor Practices – Starting April

Living Root currently holds its outdoor (Spring-Fall) practices at Rivergreen Dr, Everett, MA 02149 at the Rivergreen Park. There is plenty of parking, bike trails, and it’s a short 1-mile walk from both Malden Center and Wellington T stations.

On the water, paddlers dress for the weather. It is typically colder and windier out on the water, and evening practices can get chilly fast. These practices last for two hours and include steady paddling, timing drills, strength training and race pieces.

When
April – October

Tuesday	6 – 8pm
Thursday	6 – 8pm

*Attend as often as you are able–the more, the better!

What to Wear
– Non-cotton/preferably water-wicking clothing, weather appropriate (it can be a bit chilly in Spring/Fall)
– Flip-flops or water shoes
– Optional: paddle gloves

What to Bring
– Water bottle
– Optional: paddle gear (paddle, butt pad, etc.)
– Sunscreen (and sunglasses/hat if you’d like)

Where

Rivergreen Park
Rivergreen Dr,
Everett, MA 02149