Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Lessons

Ever wondered what’s up with SUP? Build the skills needed to leisurely enjoy your local waterways. Improve your balance and learn how to skillfully steer a paddleboard.
Skills You'll Learn
Paddle techniques, reading water, avoiding obstacles, safety and rescue, and more.
Skill Levels Offered

Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Lesson

Learn to explore along the shore or glide across the surface with a Stand Up Paddleboard. With a wider range of mobility than other traditional watercraft, you can stand, sit, or kneel your way into a whole new world of water exploration.

Private Lessons: $210 - 600

Skill Levels Offered: Intro, Intermediate

Location: Reservoir or River

Max People: Four

Minimum Age: Six

Gear: You have the option to bring your own paddle board

What to expect

Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect from the moment we meet to the time we part ways. Get ready for an adventure that's as educational as it is unforgettable.

All necessary safety equipment will be provided.

Other gear and equipment are available for rent upon request.

Come wearing outdoor/athletic clothing (no cotton or jeans) and shoes with straps or laces that can get wet (no flip-flops).

Bring your own water and snacks.

PFDs are required and will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

Pick Up

The session starts being picked up with a warm welcome from Noah at our designated meeting point.

Gear & Orientation

Orientation and safety rundown, we gear up and head to the river.

Hands-on Instruction

On the water you'll receive hands-on instruction tailored to your experience level, ensuring you learn and refine essential skills.

Drop Off

The day concludes back at our initial meeting spot, where we'll recap the day’s journey and discuss key learnings.

Power Hour: Focused Skill Training

Maximize your progress with our Power Hour, a private 1-hour training session dedicated to honing a specific paddlesport skill. Whether you're looking to refine your paddling techniques, improve navigation, or master safety procedures, this personalized session with our expert instructor will help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively!

Intro to Stand Up Paddleboarding Clinic

Are you ready to take your supping to the next level? Join us and meet your new favorite paddling crew at our 2-day SUP clinic! Learn how to master flatwater with an introduction to downriver supping. We will work on safety, self-rescue, reading water, and have lots of paddling practice.

Dates:
June 28, 2025
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June 29, 2025
July 12, 2025
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July 13, 2025
August 2, 2025
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August 3, 2025
September 6, 2025
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September 7, 2025

FAQs

How long are lessons?

A standard half-day lesson is 4 hours (8:00 am -12:00 pm  or 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm). Time includes shuttles and gearing up/dressing down. Actual on-water time is about 3 hours.

What do I need to bring?
  • Come wearing outdoor/athletic clothing (no cotton or jeans) and shoes with straps or laces that can get wet (no flip-flops).
  • Bring your own water and snacks.
  • All necessary gear and safety equipment will be provided for each excursion free of charge.
  • Other gear and safety equipment available for rent upon request.
What are the experience levels of lessons?
  • Introductory: Develop water safety, equipment knowledge, and general paddling concepts.
  • Intermediate: I understand the basics but now am working on the skills.
  • Advanced: I have the skills and am interested in challenging them to build accuracy.
  • Custom: Have something specific you'd like to work on? Reach out and I can offer a custom lesson based on your goals.

Still have questions?

Have other questions or want to find out about custom lessons? Please reach out. I'd love to help.

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