Banking on teamwork for new event

DBS Asia Dragons (competitive dragon boaters) have been coaching more than 60 youth with special needs and those at risk to prepare them for racing at the new Community Race category at the DBS Marina Regatta on June 2. A three-week training programm
PHOTO: DBS MARINA REGATTA

DBS Asia Dragons assisted certified coaches to coach more than 60 youth with special needs and those at risk to prepare them for racing at the new Community Race category at the DBS Marina Regatta on June 2. A three-week training programme led by 30 DBS employees was conducted to teach participants the basics of the sport, including techniques, dragon boating terms and water safety procedures.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on May 24, 2018, with the headline Banking on teamwork for new event. Subscribe