A FREE introductory session to Dragonboat racing is taking place at the River Tees Watersports Centre in Stockton this Saturday (March 30).

All equipment is provided and the session will begin with a brief induction before participants will take to the water in the dragonboats –wooden canoe-like vessels which can seat more than 20 people.

The taster session runs from 9.30am to noon and is suitable for ages 11 plus.