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The Royal X Team

The RHKYC Royal X Dragon Boat Team, founded in 1997, is one the most established and competitive dragon boat teams in Hong Kong, built on a strong foundation of high-performance training, team culture, and community engagement. Recognised for excellence in dragon boat racing in Hong Kong, Royal X offers a unique environment where both beginners and experienced paddlers can develop their skills, improve fitness, and compete at a high level. The team has grown into a leading force in Hong Kong dragon boating while maintaining its original focus on camaraderie, social connection, and giving back through community outreach and charitable initiatives. 

At the core of RHKYC Dragon Boat is a world-class training programme designed to support paddlers of all levels. Led by certified professional coaches, the programme integrates on-water dragon boat technqiue and race preparation wtih strength and conditioning, endurance training, and cross-training in other paddle sports. This structured and holistic approach ensures members can continuously improve performance while enjoying a challenging yet supportive environment. With access to top-tier faciltiies, RHKYC provides one of the best dragon boat training programmes in Hong Kong, helping paddlers reach their full potential whether they are new to the sport or aiming for elite competition.

Dragon boat racing remains central to the Royal X experience, with RHKYC hosting some of the most competitive and exciting dragon boat races in Hong Kong: Kellett Island Cup and Middle Island Cup. These flagship events are widely regarded as "must-do" races on the Hong Kong dragon boat calendar, attracting leading teams from across the region and reinforcing the Club's reputation as a key contributor to growth of dragon boating in Hong Kong. Royal X paddlers consistently achieve strong results in local competitions and have also represented the Club on the international stage, including at the IDBG Club Crew World Championships and World Nations Championships.

Join RHKYC Dragon Boat today and become part of a leading dragon boat team dedicated to training, racing, and community.