#truenorthstrong. we are leviathan.
Strong Today. Stronger Tomorrow. Strongest Together.
True North Leviathan is rapidly emerging as one of the premier dragon boat racing programs in Toronto, Canada. As a proud member of the True North Paddling Club, we are part of a larger network of teams that share our values and training philosophies. This affiliation enriches our program, allowing us to benefit from a community of like-minded teams dedicated to excellence in paddling.
We are proud founding member of the True North Paddling Club.
We are committed to providing a dynamic and progressive training experience, featuring a comprehensive development pathway designed to help athletes realize their full potential—extending well beyond the recreational level.
We cater to both newcomers and seasoned athletes, creating a welcoming environment that promotes personal and athletic growth. Our team culture emphasizes an atmosphere where athletes can thrive together. We are dedicated to nurturing a competitive spirit and a strong sense of community among our participants, ensuring that everyone feels valued and inspired to excel.
The Class of 2024. True North Leviathan Black, Gold, Red, and Orange.
OUR PROGRAMS / TEAMS
GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT
LEVIATHAN ORANGE-RED
Crafted to equip athletes with the essential skills needed for their developmental journey, progressing beyond the recreational stage.
COMPETITIVE DEVELOPMENT
LEVIATHAN GOLD-BLACK
Developed to enhance skills for high-performance, competitive dragon boat racing.
MANAGEMENT & COACHING TEAM
CHRIS EDWARDS
HEAD COACH
JAMIE GLEASON
COACH
MARISSA GOLDSMITH
COACH
GARY PANG
GENERAL MANAGER
OLIVIA NASHMI
COACH
DEBORAH SILVER
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
JASMINE HO
COACH
VIVIAN KWAN
CAPTAIN
KAREN CHAN
CAPTAIN
BENNY GLUCH
CAPTAIN
DARREN SHEH
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
NATALIE ZAHREBELNY
CAPTAIN
VICTORIA CHEUNG
CAPTAIN