- Eckington Bridge Picnic Site - This 2-hour 1-2-1 training and touring session is perfect for beginners who want to go from complete novice to proficient paddler or existing paddlers looking to improve their technique. This is not a group session, you will have the complete attention of ASI instructor, James Wittering.
Perfect for beginners as full instruction is given and all gear is provided including boards, paddles and buoyancy aids, just bring yourself. After an introduction to SUP, a safety briefing and your land-based instruction, we’ll head out onto the water for a gentle paddle down the river to enjoy the tranquillity, meet some local wildlife (buzzards, kingfishers, herons, otters and even swimming dear are all about if we’re lucky!) and have lots of fun as you learn a new skill and find out for yourself why SUP is the fastest growing watersport in the world!
“Fantastic morning paddling from Eckington Bridge. I think I’m hooked on it and will be booking in again very soon. Really relaxed session and great instructor, everyone should try it.” Tim (Facebook review)
- Two-hour paddleboarding sessions
- Includes all necessary gear: board, paddle, leash, and buoyancy aid
Develop your stand-up paddleboard (SUP) skills while enjoying the stunning River Avon during a mini-adventure. Your guide will be Wittering SUP, an ASI accredited SUP school, and a Quality Mark Centre associated with British Canoeing.
This two-hour personal coaching and touring session is ideal for beginners hoping to transform from a novice to a proficient paddler, or existing paddlers aiming to refine their techniques. The focus will be entirely on you as this isn’t a group activity. Guiding you throughout the experience will be the competent ASI instructor, James Wittering.
COVID19 UPDATE: We are committed to adhering to safety guidelines in all our sessions, ensuring they are socially distanced and hygienically maintained according to the latest government recommendations. Additionally, advice from British Canoeing, the ASI, and the Avon Navigation Trust is also followed. All our practices evolve with time and satisfy our internal risk assessment regarding COVID19.
‘We had a wonderful time thanks to James. The experience was calming, serene, and the instructions were easy to follow. Our paddle from Eckington bridge was a memorable one, encompassing all that we had hoped for from this trip!’ - Hannah (Facebook review)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
