After two canceled sessions, the Desert Falcons Evening Paddle was back on track! On Thursday, March 13, the team gathered at QD’s – Deira Creek for a much-needed evening training session. With the MENA+ Club Crew Championship 2025 just around the corner, the Falcons were determined to shake off the rust, refine their strokes, and build endurance.

Bouncing Back After Training Cancellations

The past week had been tough, with both the March 8 and March 11 training sessions canceled due to a low headcount. But the Falcons didn’t let that slow them down. Instead, they came back stronger, eager to make up for lost time.

Dressed in their Green Jerseys, they hit the water with determination, focus, and a winning mindset.

Evening Training Begins

By 7:00 PM, paddlers arrived, stretching and warming up under the night sky. At 7:25 PM, they loaded onto the boat, and by 7:30 PM, the session was in full swing.

Under the expert guidance of Coach Alain, the team focused on:
✅ Synchronization – Keeping every paddle stroke in perfect harmony
✅ Power Strokes – Building strength to push through tough waters
✅ Endurance – Paddling strong from start to finish

With the IDBF MENA+ Club Crew Championship right around the corner, every paddler was giving their all to refine technique and push beyond their limits.

Meet the Crew

This training session had a strong lineup, blending experienced paddlers with fresh energy:

🔥 Left (Bow) Side:	💪 Right (Stroke) Side:
Reagan Tonette Loren Neil Matt (our newlywed!) Steve Dennis Len Intan	Radhi Mahmoud Chevy Babiker Richard Jobai Lambert IS

Special congratulations to Matt, who returned to training as a newlywed! The team cheered him on, proving that once a Falcon, always a Falcon!

Training Breakdown & Distance Covered

🏁 Total Distance Covered: 4,417 meters
⏳ Moving Time: 47 minutes and 21 seconds
🕖 Session Duration: 7:50 PM – 9:01 PM

Every meter covered brought the team one step closer to race day.

Why Desert Falcons Evening Paddle Matters

With just a few weeks left before the MENA+ Club Crew Championship, these sessions are game-changers. They help paddlers:

✅ Develop strength for powerful strokes
✅ Improve endurance for long-distance races
✅ Sharpen coordination to move as one unit

Missed the last session? Check out Desert Falcons Green Jersey Training: Early Morning Paddles and Team Spirit and see how the team is gearing up for competition.

Join the Falcons on the Water!

Feeling inspired? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced paddler, the Desert Falcons welcome you! Stay updated with training schedules, race events, and team news at Desert Falcons Blog.

See you at the next session, Falcons! 🦅💪🚣‍♂️