Bursa Dragon Cup festival
Once a year, in June (2027: 5 June). Your company races against other Bursa companies on the same day, with a crowd, a stage and a trophy ceremony.
Festival entryTeam building in Bursa with dragon boats
A dragon boat day just for your company: coached practice on Dağyenice Reservoir, crew-against-crew racing and an award ceremony. Any time of year, for groups of 10 to 30.
Two ways in: the festival or your own day
A private dragon boat day
You choose the date. Your team splits into crews and races itself. Good for onboarding, year-end rewards or dealer meetings.
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Why dragon boats?
- Everyone does the same thing at the same moment. The boat only moves when 12 blades hit the water together.
- No experience needed. The basic stroke is learned in one session.
- Fitness gaps close with rhythm. The drummer and steerer roles give everyone a place.
- A day outdoors on a lake, 19 km from the city centre.
- You leave with a story to share: photos, drone footage and a trophy.
How a team building day runs
- 01
Welcome and briefing
Life jackets are handed out and safety rules explained.
- 02
Technique on land
The coach shows the stroke and the commands on the shore.
- 03
Practice on the water
Crews board and work on starts and rhythm.
- 04
Crew-against-crew racing
Your group splits into crews for heats and a final.
- 05
Awards
Trophy, medals and a group photo. Lunch included on the full day.
Packages
Pricing depends on group size, date and extras. We prepare a tailored quote for company groups.
Half Day
4 hours- 1-hour practice
- Heat and final race
- Award ceremony
- Team photo
Full Day
8 hours- 2-hour practice
- Heats, semi-final and final
- Drone video and photos
- Catering
- Award ceremony and trophy
- Race shirts with your logo
Team building questions
How many people can come?
Private team building days are designed for groups of 10 to 30. Larger groups get more boats and a separate programme.
Which months work?
The base is open every day from 06:00 to 21:00 all year. Spring, summer and autumn are best for time on the water, and we set the date together around the weather.
Can staff who can't swim take part?
Everyone in the boat wears a life jacket and a safety boat is on the water. Participants sign a health declaration. Anyone who prefers to stay dry can join the cheering squad on the shore.
Can you arrange food and transport?
Catering is included in the full-day package. Mention transport in your enquiry and we will build it into the plan.
What's the difference between the festival and a private day?
At the festival your company races other Bursa companies on a fixed date. On a private day you pick the date and your team races itself.
Let's find a date for your team
The 6th Bursa Dragon Cup is on 5 June 2027. Registration is open, so book now to get the early-entry advantages.