Team Survivor Tampa Bay, Inc.

Overview

Team Survivor Tampa Bay, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting cancer survivors through the sport of dragon boating. The organization is best known for its team, the Pink Dragon Ladies, which was established in 2004 as the first cancer survivor dragon boat team in Florida.

Mission

The mission of Team Survivor Tampa Bay is to provide a supportive environment for cancer survivors to engage in physical activity while fostering camaraderie and social support. Dragon boating is used as a means to enhance physical health and psychological well-being among survivors.

Activities

The organization offers a variety of activities and services to its members:

• Dragon Boating: The Pink Dragon Ladies team participates in regular practices, coaching sessions, and races.
• Community Support: Creating an environment where survivors can connect and support each other during and after cancer treatment.
• Workshops and Clinics: Educational workshops focused on proper paddling techniques and safety are provided to members.

Impact

Team Survivor Tampa Bay contributes to the broader movement of breast cancer survivors' dragon boating, which is internationally recognized for its benefits in improving the quality of life and promoting wellness among survivors. The team's efforts support research findings that dragon boating aids in recovery and enhances post-treatment quality of life for cancer survivors.

History

Founded in 2004, the Pink Dragon Ladies have become a prominent part of Team Survivor Tampa Bay's activities. The team has participated in numerous local and international dragon boat festivals, contributing to the global network of cancer survivor teams. This involvement has helped raise awareness about the benefits of dragon boating for cancer recovery and supported hundreds of survivors in their journey towards health and wellness.

[1] https://humanesocietytampa.org/about/ [2] https://www.thefhm.org/about/mission-vision-history/ [3] https://www.pinkdragonladies.org/dragonboat-paddling [4] https://handsacrossthebay.org/our-team/ [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breast_cancer_survivors'_dragon_boating