LGBT+H2o Montreal
Inclusive dragon boat
Paddle together, proudly
The LGBT+ dragon boat is much more than a sport: it is a safe, inclusive, and uniting space where we paddle with respect, pride, and the joy of being ourselves. Within the H2o Dragon Boat club, we strongly believe that sport is a powerful means of inclusion, visibility, and community.
For over 10 years, H2o has proudly supported the LGBT+ community by offering open, welcoming, and committed teams. We also participate every year in the Montreal Pride Parade, proudly affirming our values of inclusion, diversity, and respect.
Our teams Draveurs and Lezboat provide their members the opportunity to practice dragon boating in a positive, safe, and motivating environment, whether for fun, physical activity, or community competition.
Want to paddle in an inclusive and vibrant environment? Join our Draveurs or Lezboat teams and experience dragon boating with pride, respect, and team spirit, at the heart of the large H2o family.
The benefits of dragon boating in the LGBT+ team
- An inclusive and safe space to practice a team sport without judgment
- A complete physical activity that improves strength, endurance, and coordination
- A strong sense of belonging to a supportive and committed community
- Fun on the water, lasting friendships, and shared pride
Recreational Draveurs
- Open Team (LGBTQ+)
- from May to September, 2026
- 1x week: Wednesday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- Competition: Quebec Cup
- Coach: Gautier Lutz
- Olympic Basin - Jean Drapeau Park
Registration
$385/per person
Competitive Draveurs
- Open Team (LGBTQ+)
- from May to September, 2026
- 2 times a week: Monday and Wednesday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- Competitions: Mtl Challenge, Quebec Cup
- Coach: Vincent Bonami
- Olympic Basin - Jean Drapeau Park
Registration
$530/per person
LEZBOAT
- Female, non-binary, LGBT team
- From May to September, 2026
- 1x per week: Monday from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
- Competitions: H2o Open, Mtl Challenge, Quebec Cup
- Coach: Salim Barhoumi
- Olympic Basin - Jean Drapeau Park
Registration
$535/per person
Olympic Basin, Jean Flag Park
Practical information – Athletes’ district
Our activities take place at Jean-Drapeau Park Athletes’ Quarter, an exceptional site dedicated to water sports.
Paid parking near
Access by metro : station Jean-Drapeau, about 10 minutes walk (see route)
Bixi station on site
Full changing rooms available
Training takes place at Olympic Basin, a safe body of water built for 1976 Montreal Olympics, now recognized as an international caliber installation.
FAQ
General Questions
Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our activities. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us — we will be happy to answer you.