Amazons Perth: Newsletter Summer 2013 Page 1
For your Diary
Sunday 20th January 2013: Grand Prix regatta at Champion Lakes.
Sunday 10th
February 2013: Grand Prix regatta at Champion Lakes.
Saturday 2nd
March 2013: Bunbury Twilight Paddle and team sleep over.
Sunday 10th
March 2013: 10s State Championships at Champion Lakes.
Sunday 24th March 2013: 20s State Championships at Champion Lakes.
Saturday 6th
April 2013: Team Wind-up Event (details to follow)
Saturday 18th
May 2013: Pencil in the Frankland River Marathon. (More details to follow)
Winter Break: Last paddle on Saturday 1st
June returning for training on Tuesday 18
th June.
Sunday 4th
August: Avon Descent (More details to follow)
First week in October 2013: Malaysia International Dragon Boat Festival (MIDBF) Expressions of Interest (EOI) have been coming in and further details will be coming soon. If you still need to send in your EOI to Barb please do so ASAP [email protected]
Saturday 2nd
November 2013: Fairbridge Team Sleep over. (Details re Boddington Regatta TBA).
October 2014: International Breast Cancer Paddling Commission (IBCPC) Participatory Dragon Boat Festival – Sarasota, USA. Expressions of Interest ASAP to Jan L or Susan T
Welcome: Several new members have joined
us this season. It’s great to have you aboard we’re
thrilled that you are sharing this great sport with us.
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President Tanya’s Message:
As we move out of 2012 and in to 2013 we pause for a moment to reflect on that which has passed, and prepare for what lies ahead.
In our world of dragon boating this is an interesting time. We are mid season – not the beginning and not the end so what does that mean to me and maybe to you…
Well, on the 1st Jan I did make a commitment to:
• attend as many training sessions as possible
• loose 10 kilos
• to laugh more
• to drink less alcohol
Mid January, and to date - I have laughed more! The
rest may come!
We do have an exciting part of the year ahead.
• Finishing our regatta season with team
personal best results. Do you know what my
favourite part of a race is – the opportunity to
be IN the boat! From that point anything is
possible.
• Travel plans to Malaysia in October.
• Continue with our commitment to engage in
the positive messages around living life to the
fullest despite the blows just living sometimes
deliver to us.
A creative way to think
about our year ahead:
Happiness depends upon your
outlook on life.
Attitude is just as important as
ability.
Passion: find yours this year!
Positive thoughts make everything
easier.
You are unique, with special gifts,
use them.
New beginnings start with a new year.
Enthusiasm is the true secret of success.
Wishes: may they turn into goals.
Years go by too quickly, enjoy them.
Energy, may you have lots of it.
Appreciation of life, don’t take it for granted.
Relax: take the time to relax in this coming year.
Paddles up
Tanya
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Mini Field of Women
October is breast cancer
awareness month and as part
of our commitment towards
this we hosted a Mini Field of
Women at Maylands Sport &
Recreation Club (MSRC) on
Sat 20th October. Amazons
and guests enjoyed a (late)
breakfast after training in the
‘pinked up’ bar and patio area
of the club. Vice President
Angela spoke about the benefits and reasons why
dragon boat paddling is so great for those who have
experienced a breast cancer diagnosis and why we all
need to be involved in efforts to keep breast cancer
issues on the public agenda. Everyone was invited to
participate by attaching a Tribute Tag with their
thoughts, wishes or memories to a pink lady silhouette.
Funds raised were forwarded to breast cancer
organisations as
we work towards
the goal of no
breast cancer
deaths by 2030.
Pink Lady
merchandise was
on sale. Pink lady and Amazons lapel pins are still
available should you wish to add one to your pin
collection.
Is it time to update your
paddling wardrobe?
Then you need to see Andrea… she manages ‘most things’ to do with our paddling gear.
3/4 Length Paddling Pants - $48 plus postage
Slip and slide no more!
These stylish 3/4 length pants feature -
• rubber non-slip base, so you can concentrate all your efforts into paddling and not have to worry about trying to stay on the seat
• high waist, to protect your back when leaning forward in your stroke
• stretchy and quick to dry • made from Lycra with a poly fleece liner
making them very soft and comfortable
Sizing - Please see the chart below for recommended sizing.
If you find your waist and hips are in two different size categories then, it’s recommended you go with the smaller of the two sizes
If unsure please ask around the club to try some on or see Andrea Please let her know ASAP if you wish to order any paddling pants.
Size XXS (6)
XS (8)
S (10)
M (12) L (14) XL (16)
XXL (18+)
Waist 55 -
60cm 60 -
65cm 65 -
70cm 70 -
75cm 75 -
80cm 80 -
85cm 85 -
90cm
Hips 80 -
87cm 85 -
92cm 90 -
97cm 95 -
102cm 100 -
107cm 105 -
112cm 110 -
117cm
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Fairbridge Sleepover
In November Amazons began the season with our annual team sleep over at Fairbridge Farm. This time we stayed in Fairbridge House and enjoyed good food, good company and great singing!
Regular Exercise Assists
Breast Cancer Recovery Delegates at the recent BCNA (Breast Cancer
Network Australia) Forum heard about the
benefits of participating in regular, intense
exercise programs especially when you’ve in
the recovery stage. It boosts the immune
system and helps overcome lethargy. “The effort is
worth it! The more you move the better you feel”
Amazons were on hand to
talk about the benefits of
paddling with several
prospective Paddlers
following up on the details.
Please talk to a Board
Member if you know of
upcoming events where
we can promote the
benefits of paddling with
Amazons Perth.
Our team has breast cancer survivors and supporters:
all have been touched by breast cancer in some way.
We’re a sporting team that works hard to ensure that
everyone in the boat is able to paddle to individual
ability while building fitness and strength as part of a
committed team.
We proudly wear the pink ladies’ hot pink to raise
awareness of breast cancer , but it was all about
Festive Red and Green with lots of tinsel for the pre
Christmas training session. We certainly attracted a lot
of on-shore and Boatie attention with a great deal of
“ho ho ho-ing”, laughter and carol singing during the
cool down paddle. Festive morning tea goodies
completed the session.
Now Dasher, Now Dancer, Now Prancer and …NO… Not Flasher!
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From the Coaches: Its mid season and already we have achieved many things, membership has increased, overall strength and endurance has improved (have you noticed that we are paddling longer and harder with the Drag Queens?) We are keen to build on the success of the November and December regattas to claim new PBs (Personal Best times) in the January and February regattas.
We’ve been working on core body strength so we can use those strong muscles for greater movement and power in our stroke. Keep up the efforts here as the results show when we’re on the water. There is a 10min a day fitness program available, you’ll find it in the orange file next to the Attendance Book. Every bit of fitness work we do, especially if it’s a regular program will help our individual effort, which in turn improves the team effort. It’s best if each of us can do something for our fitness several times a week. Well done to all our new Amazon Warriors who have joined us during the racing part of the season. We have upped the level of training this year and you have managed to stay on board with us, trying everything we have lined up and taking care of yourselves when your body says enough. This is a real testament to you and our fabulous team sport that allows us to have all levels of experience in the boat. If you have any queries about the paddling program please feel free to speak to Deb, Marg or Jennie.
Fundraising with Mel: It was an amazing start to the regatta season, with our BBQ and raffle. Once again the Amazons showed their generosity and support in giving fantastic prizes for the raffles and catering items. Thank you to the great team of volunteers including husband, Vince, (he didn’t really need to have his arm twisted), son Christian ( who will do anything for the Amazons, not one bit upset that he couldn't sleep in on his Sunday morning) and Aldo for fantastic skills on the BBQ. Raffle ticket sellers Nicholas and Marcella made a huge impact on their walkabout and Rosalie’s family once again came to help out. Our newest members volunteered their time to support the team for their first regatta. We loved having you there to share the experience and excitement. It was a top day both on and off the water with over $930.00 being raised for the Amazons. There are more ideas ahead as we move into 2013 so watch this space.
Register4 reminder: Here’s something that we can all do to help achieve the goal of no breast cancer deaths by 2030. If you haven’t done so please go online and sign up for REGISTER4.
Since its inception in October 2010, Register4 has
made a significant impact on the medical research
landscape in Australia, drawing upon over 30 000
members to successfully recruit for research projects
within days or weeks instead of years.
There are still projects looking for participants and
more to come in 2013. Anyone 18 years and over, with
or without breast cancer can join at
www.register4.org.au and help fast track breast cancer
research.
Source: NBCF Speaker’s Bureau December 2012 Newsletter.
If you’d like to be involved with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) Speaker’s Bureau ask Angela, Melina or Jennie for details.