10th International Dragon Boat Festival Cyprus, 21 April 2018 1st Bulletin – November 2017 The Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation invites you to participate to the 10th International Dragon Boat Festival of Cyprus Limassol – 21 April 2018 The Event will take place at the Yermasoyia Dam, in Limassol The City of Limassol A cosmopolitan sea-side destination with a unique identity, based on its rich history and culture Wide variety of options available for tourists including cycling, bird watching, mini cruises to nearby destinations, Byzantine churches routes, wine routes and much more. A sun-lover’s haven, Limassol is blessed with 16 kilometers of sea-front . This long stretch of sandy beaches includes areas with excellent facilities, kiosks, restaurants, and clear waters that have been awarded with the Blue Flag label (12 beaches). A line of luxurious hotels back much of the seafront ensuring that modern comforts and an abundance of water-sports are available including diving, snorkeling, surfing, kite-surfing, water skiing or fishing and yachting in the clear Mediterranean waters. The. temperature in April averages between 12 - 20°C, ideal for sun and swim lovers The event –DIVISION, RACING AND COMPETITION CLASSES Subject to minimum of 2 boats per category Standard Boat Races Division Racing Class 200m 500m Premier Mixed Premier Open Senior A Mixed Premier Women Mixed Crews= (50% - 50% FEMALE / MALE PADDLERS), minimum 16 paddlers Small Boat Races Division Racing Class 200m 500m Premier Mixed Premier Open Senior A Mixed Premier Women Mixed Crews= (50% - 50% FEMALE / MALE PADDLERS), minimum 8 paddlers Final categories to be advised with 2nd Bulletin Pre event training Sessions Training Sessions can be arranged upon request by each team, prior the event The Cydbf offer two free training sessions upon availability on a first come first serve basis Registration 1. Provisional Entry Form (attached): not later than the 21st of January 2018 2. Last date for an invitation for those requiring a permit for a visa to travel to Cyprus: 21st January 2018 Registration Fee: €20 / person, excluding helms and drummer All the above must be sent via email at [email protected] Accommodation – Transportation Upon your request, our Federation may assist you with Accommodation Transportation from and to the airport / from and to the event venue NOTE: The accommodation and transportation expenses will be covered by the teams / paddlers Award Ceremony Details about the Award Ceremony will be announced in the 2nd Bulletin Contact Us Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Telephone: +357-99565215 Kathy / (preferably through whatsApp or Viber) Facebook: @CYDBA CYPRUS DRAGON BOAT FEDERATION .