Dubai dragon boat training at Deira Creek continued on Sunday evening, November 23, as Desert Falcon gathered for another focused water session under the steady guidance of Coach Alain and steerer Intan. Coming just days after the previous session, the team carried forward the rhythm built during the Dubai dragon boat training at Deira Creek on November 19, 2025, aiming to stay consistent and connected on the water.

The call time was set for 7:00 PM, with loading at 7:25 PM and paddles entering the water right on schedule at 7:30 PM. Everyone wore the Falcons Green jersey, a small but powerful reminder that this is one team moving in one direction.

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Dubai Dragon Boat Training at Deira Creek with Steady Leadership

This Dubai dragon boat training session was led by Coach Alain, who focused on control, patience, and clean execution rather than raw power. With Intan on the helm, the boat stayed calm and balanced throughout the evening. Clear calls and consistent steering helped the crew settle quickly, even with a lighter lineup than usual.

Rather than rushing through drills, the session emphasized feeling the water, syncing strokes, and keeping timing tight. These quieter training nights often bring valuable lessons, especially when paddlers have the space to listen, adjust, and respond as one unit.

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Crew Lineup and Team Flow

The crew formed gradually, filling available seats while maintaining balance across both sides of the boat. Gan and JJ anchored the front, helping set rhythm early. Steve and Glen added steady power mid-boat, while RaDy and IS helped stabilize timing further back. Mikko and Ricky rounded out the crew, keeping energy consistent through each set.

Even with several seats unfilled, the team managed well. Everyone paddled with awareness, adjusting stroke length and pressure to match the boat’s flow. It was a reminder that strong training does not always require a full lineup — it requires focus and cooperation, something also reflected in Desert Falcon’s wider team culture through activities like the community paddling event that welcomed new members to the sport.

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Calm Conditions and Productive Water Time

The evening conditions at Deira Creek were cooperative. The water stayed mostly calm, allowing the team to concentrate on technique and communication rather than external challenges. City lights reflected softly on the creek as paddles dipped in rhythm, creating a relaxed but purposeful training atmosphere.

Short breaks between sets allowed paddlers to reset, hydrate, and exchange quick feedback. These moments off the paddle often strengthen team bonds just as much as the time spent pulling together.

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Training Progress and Performance Tracking

From a team perspective, the session delivered solid moving time on the water. Individual tracking showed distances between approximately 4.5 to 4.7 kilometers over just under an hour. Differences in recorded distance and time are normal, influenced by start points, pauses, and tracking devices.

More important than the numbers was how the boat felt. The crew maintained steady pacing, reduced unnecessary splash, and stayed connected through longer runs. These small improvements add up and lay the foundation for stronger sessions ahead.

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Building Consistency One Session at a Time

This Dubai dragon boat training at Deira Creek may not have been loud or dramatic, but it played an important role in the season’s rhythm. Consistency, calm leadership, and a willingness to work with whoever shows up are what keep Desert Falcon moving forward.

Each session strengthens trust, sharpens awareness, and reinforces the simple truth of dragon boating. Progress comes from showing up together, again and again.

For readers interested in the broader Desert Falcon journey, you can also revisit recent sessions such as the Dubai Dragon Boat Training at Deira Creek on November 19, 2025, or explore the team’s community paddling event that welcomed new faces into the sport.