Stand Up Paddleboarding Beginner Session: Learn and Experience the Fastest Growing Water Sport
5.0
15 Ratings
Apperley Bridge
Experience the fastest growing water sport with our Stand Up Paddleboarding Beginner Session. Learn the basics and get hooked on this fun and safe activity!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Marina View Coffee Shop - We’ll run through all the basics of Stand Up Paddling, starting with how to put your wetsuit on, blow up your board and hold your paddle. We’ll take you through standing up on the board, paddling in a straight line and turning the board. We cover all relevant safety points through out so you leave us not just hooked and ready for more but with the confidence to actually go paddling.
What's Included
- Inflatable Stand Up Paddle board
- Paddle
- Leash
- Buoyancy aid
- Wetsuit
Additional Information
Are you a beginner in Stand Up Paddleboarding? Come and discover why it’s the most rapidly expanding water activity globally.
It’s an entertaining, secure, and accessible sport for all ages and fitness ranges. During our Introductory Session, you’ll grasp the foundations of balancing on the board, propelling forward, and maneuvering.
By the session’s conclusion, you’ll be adept in standing and paddling.
We’re confident that you’ll become a fan!
The foremost requirement for advancing in Stand Up Paddling is ideal location and superior guidance. Your educator, Sam, is an experienced coach with two decades of teaching in water sports, highly qualified.
Our spot is idealistic, with steady, calm waters across varied conditions, coupled with stunning scenery.
Location
Marina View Coffee Shop
Waterfront Mews
We'll meet near the Marina car park, please don't park in the car park itself, there's plenty of parking just outside. To find me head to the top of the driveway leading into the parking and at the junction turn left, I'll be in a blue, camouflaged VW, with a few boards outside.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(15 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Rjholden
Oct 23, 2023
great experience - Really good experience. I went with my daughter neither of us had been paddle boarding before. The pace, style and information given was at a good steady pace. I would highly recommend the experience
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Caroline
Oct 16, 2023
10/10 - My husband, son and I arrived at the canal and was greeted by Sam. He quickly got us sized up for wetsuits and got us on the water immediately. It was so much fun! Sam has years of experience and is very knowledgeable and his lessons are easy to follow and understand.
The lesson was great. My husband and I both fell in and Sam was able to get us back on our boards within minutes with clear directions.
My son wasn’t able to stand up and Sam didn’t make a fuss. He just encouraged him to do his best on his knees and enjoy the lesson.
We had a great time and are looking forward to paddle boarding again.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Colinrd9540kq
Sep 17, 2023
Great introduction to SUP - Fantastic morning learning the basics of Stand Up Paddleboarding. The instructor was excellent; friendly, knowledgeable and patient. All equipment needed was provided, including wet suit if required. I came away with the confidence to have another go at SUP on my own, and will definitely do so!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
942eleanorb
Sep 16, 2023
Great class! - Fantastic experience, learnt loads and got a lot more confident on the board. Sam was really good at putting people at ease and teaching us different techniques. This class was enough for me to feel confident having a go at paddle boarding on my own
Review provided by Tripadvisor
D1363ilgaryc
Sep 16, 2023
Highly recommend - If you want to try paddle boarding, look no further. Great session, great instructor. Highly recommend.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Deano_1007
Sep 2, 2023
Making a splash with SUP - I had been looking to get a paddle board for some time and thought it would be worth trying a taster session before i took the plunge. Very straightforward to book on the website and an email confirmation followed. On the day had a text from Sam confirming still going ahead and any extra questions. We met at the apperley bridge marina and donned the wetsuits ( if needed) . The lesson was very straightforward and gave myself the basic steps to be able to paddle, stand up , turning and how to get back on the board if you fall in which i did a few times…. Sam was very calm and explained the instructions that anyone could pick up. Definitely would recommend and i will be book another session soon
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Chloeweatherhead
Aug 27, 2023
Amazing intro session - would highly recommend! - I booked a beginners session for my sister in laws birthday. Sam was great. He was really calm and made us feel totally relaxed and in control. All equipment was provided so we didn’t have to think, or worry, about anything. Sam taught one step at a time, so we never felt overwhelmed, and he always encouraged us which meant that our confidence grew. We had a brilliant time and are now both totally hooked! I would recommend this to anyone who has ever fancied having a go at paddle boarding. Wha
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Ianpurple2022
Aug 14, 2023
Paddle Boarding Taster Session - Great taster session with Sam. Made the whole thing feel easy, very relaxed but learnt both practical and theory. The lesson gave me the confidence to go again which I’ll be doing very soon.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Joshuah121
Aug 13, 2023
Excellent Taster Session - A great session with Sam, very informative, and good tips for next time. Apperley Bridge marina is a good place to try paddle boarding as quite shallow if you fall into the water and there is a cafe nearby. Thanks, Josh
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kmr
Jul 10, 2023
I would highly recommend giving this a go! - Sam was a great instructor. He explained everything clearly enabling us to gain confidence and progress through the basics of SUP. We were soon able to stand up! Despite falling in once, I thoroughly enjoyed the taster session and will be back for more.
Review provided by Tripadvisor