AIMS Blue Sharks Dragon Boat Team

25/06/2026

14/06/2026

Definition of "pagod pero masaya."

Behind every stroke is a bond that can't be broken. Our bodies are completely drained, but our hearts are full. Sunday sessions always test our absolute limits, but the joy and laughter we share make every grueling stroke worth it—from a brutal grind on the water to a warm salo-salo together.

Aims Blue Sharks Dragonboat Team. 💙

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

CONTINUING THE LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE.

The AIMS Blue Sharks Dragon Boat Team delivered an outstanding performance, emerging CHAMPION in the 200m 24U Open Small Boat and SEMIFINALIST in the 200m Premier Open Standard.

This achievement reflects the team’s resilience, discipline, and commitment to excellence—earned through perseverance, preparation, and unity.

Congratulations, Blue Sharks. The journey continues.

25/05/2026

BACK & STRONGER THAN EVER!
AIMS BLUE SHARK DRAGON BOAT TEAM

We are overflowing with happiness and pride to proudly share our official results from this leg:

🏆 CHAMPION – 200m 24U OPEN SMALL BOAT
✨ SEMIFINALIST –200m PREMIER OPEN STANDARD

This victory means so much more to us than just a trophy. It comes after a journey that tested our spirit, discipline, and determination. We faced our own setbacks and lessons along the way, but our past mistakes and missteps never became a hindrance for us — instead, they only pushed us harder to claim and keep our champion title, the right way this time.

Every practice, every adjustment, and every stroke was done with one goal: to prove what we are truly capable of. We are proud not just of the trophies, but of our resilience. We fell, we got back on our feet, and we proved that we deserve to be at the top.

But this is just the start! We are hungry for more, we will train even harder, and we promise to come back EVEN STRONGER for the next leg!

Thank you to everyone who cheered for us, supported us, and believed in us through the highs and the lows — and special thanks to those who supported us silently and stood by us through it all. This win is for all of you!

24/03/2026

WAVES WERE MADE. CHAMPIONS ROSE.

The Asian Institute of Maritime Studies Blue Sharks Dragon Boat Team proved that discipline, teamwork, and relentless training create true champions on the water!

We proudly celebrate the incredible achievements of our AIMS Blue Sharks as they dominated the dragon boat races and showcased the strength of the AIMS Advantage.

Race Highlights:
🥈 Heat 2 – Open Standard Boat: 2nd Place
🥉 Heat 1 – Mixed Standard Boat: 3rd Place
🥇 24 & U Open Small Boat: 1st Place
🥇 Rep 1 – Mixed Standard Boat: 1st Place
🥈 Semi Final 2 – Mixed Standard Boat: 2nd Place
🥇 Semi Final 4 – Open Standard Boat: 1st Place
🏁 Grand Finals – Open Standard Boat: 4th Place (based on Semi Final time)

Key Achievements:
🥉 Open Standard Grand Finalist – 3rd Runner Up
🎖️ Mixed Standard Boat Semi Finalist
🥇 24 & U Best Overall Time

From the classroom to the water, AIMS students prove that excellence goes beyond academics.

Congratulations, AIMS Blue Sharks! You carried the pride of AIMS with every powerful stroke.

Photo: AIMS Blue Sharks Dragon Boat Team

23/03/2026

1st Leg Dragon Boat Race – Tanauan, Batangas: Where Grit Met Glory on the Water 🌊

Batangas’ waves didn’t just see us paddle—they felt our team’s unstoppable power as we left every ounce of effort on the water at the 1st Leg of the Dragon Boat Race! From first-time racers stepping up to seasoned paddlers pushing their limits, this campaign was more than just a race—it was a story of unity, resilience, and unwavering spirit. We’re thrilled to share the milestones that define our journey:

🏆 Race Results

- Heat 2 Open Standard Boat: 2nd Place

- Heat 1 Mixed Standard Boat: 3rd Place

- 24 & U Open Small Boat: 1st Place

- Rep 1 Mixed Standard Boat: 1st Place

- Semi Final 2 Mixed Standard Boat: 2nd Place

- Semi Final 4 Open Standard Boat: 1st Place

- Grand Finals Open Standard Boat: 4th Place (based on Semi Final time)

🎖️ Key Achievements

🥉 Open Standard Grand Finalist – 3rd Runner Up

🎖️ Mixed Standard Boat Semi Finalist

🥇 24 & U Best Overall Time

Behind these numbers lies a testament to our determination. Every member brought unmatched energy and gave their absolute all—pushing to reach peak individual performance when it mattered most. Many of our racers stepped onto the boat for the first time, yet they rose to the challenge and secured their spot in the semis. While we would have loved to bring home a trophy in the 24 & Under category, our team’s dominance still shone through across all divisions. We stood tall with heads held high, finding joy and pride in our performance, knowing we gave everything we had to give.

This is just the start of our journey. Thank you to everyone who cheered us on—we’re already looking forward to the next leg! 💪

05/02/2026

Happy Birthday to our incredible Dragon Boat Adviser!

Thank you for being right there with us at every single regatta, cheering us on through every stroke and every finish line.

You’ve supported us financially to keep our team afloat and get us to competitions, emotionally when we needed strength to push through, and physically too – from helping prep our boats to getting us warmed up and ready to race. Most of all, you’ve always believed in us and trusted every decision we make as a crew.

You’re so much more than our adviser – you’re family to all of us. Wishing you a birthday as amazing and wonderful as you are!

30/01/2026

Happy Birthday! 🎉

The AIMS Bluesharks Dragonboat Team sends our warmest wishes to one of our valued female paddlers🌸, Heart! Through every challenge you’ve faced, your strength remains unshakeable and your dedication to our team continues to deepen with each passing day. It’s truly inspiring to watch you forge ahead, bringing all of us up alongside you. Your courage and commitment mean the world to us, and you are one of the greatest sources of happiness in our team. We wish you an amazing birthday celebration filled with love and joy!