Three Days in Pangkor: TianDi's 2026 Team Trip

After a packed season of competitions and performances, TianDi Dragon & Lion Dance Team headed to Pangkor Island for a 3-day, 2-night team trip (3天2夜 Pangkor Island 团队之旅) in 2026. The trip was a chance for the whole team to rest, reconnect, and build the trust that shows up in every performance.

Quick facts

• Destination: Pangkor Island, Perak
• Length: 3 days, 2 nights
• Who: The whole TianDi team
• Why: Rest and team bonding after the competition season

Why does team bonding matter in lion dance?

A lion dance team runs on trust. The tail must trust the head, the drummers must trust the lions, and everyone must trust the person beside them. In a high pole routine, the head performer may jump without seeing the landing, relying fully on the tail. That kind of trust grows off stage as much as on it.

Time together away from training builds:

• Communication, so performers read each other without words
• Friendship, which keeps members coming back week after week
• Team spirit, which carries the team through long competition preparations

What did the team do in Pangkor?

We left the drums and lion heads at home. The trip was all about the team: beach days, island food, and the kind of laughter that makes the next training session feel lighter. The bonds we build off stage are the same ones you see on stage, in the coordination and chemistry of every performance.

What was the season before the trip like?

The 2026 season was one of our busiest, with:

• The 3rd Lotus Garden Cup drumming competition on 13 June
• The 2nd Traditional Southern Lion King Championship on 14 and 15 June
• The consecration of our new team banner on 7 June
• Grand openings, weddings, and celebrations across the Klang Valley

We came home recharged and ready for the season ahead.

Frequently asked questions

Does TianDi organise team trips every year?

Team trips and outings are a regular part of team life, often after a busy competition season.

Can new members join team activities?

Yes. New members are part of the team from day one, on and off the training floor.

Want to be part of a team like this?

We are always recruiting. Come for training and stay for the friendships.