We Paddle to the Beat of the Black Sea
Poseidon Dragon Boat is the dragon boat team founded in Atakum, Samsun, aiming to represent Türkiye at national races. Join us and become part of the paddle family.
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One Boat, One Heartbeat
Poseidon Dragon Boat is a team of passion, brought together to keep paddling sports alive on the Black Sea coast.
Our journey, born on the shores of Atakum, brings together helms, drummers and paddlers to a single rhythm. Our goal is not just to compete; it is to turn discipline, solidarity and a life intertwined with nature into a culture. We welcome everyone who turns the energy of the open sea into paddle strokes.
Discipline
Regular training, shared rhythm. One team in every stroke.
Community
Age, job, experience — none of it matters. Everyone in the boat is Poseidon.
Ambition
Representing Samsun at national and international races.
From Ancient China to the Black Sea
Dragon boat is an Olympic water sport made up of 20 paddlers, 1 helm and 1 drummer — built on rhythm and team harmony.
Pure Teamwork
You can't do it alone. The shared breath of a 22-person crew.
Low Barrier
Knowing how to swim and wanting to is enough. We teach the technique.
Olympic Sport
A demonstration sport at the 2028 LA Olympics.
Bond with Nature
Paddling at sunrise during the most beautiful hours of the Black Sea.
Atakum Canoe Pier
Atakum Coastal Road, Samsun
Training Schedule
- Weekdays · 19:00 — 21:00
- Saturday · 07:00 — 10:00
- Sunday · 08:00 — 11:00
You can join your first session free as a guest. Bring swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes.
Frames from the Boat
Training, races and the memories we make together.
Upcoming Races and Events
Stay tuned for upcoming events to be published soon.
Take the Next Paddle
You don't need paddling experience. Just the will and regular practice.
"Atakum sahilinde gün doğumunda kürek çekmek hayatımı değiştirdi. Tek istediğim sen de gelesin."
— Ekip kaptanı