Intro to SUP
FROM £125 PER PERSON
51.6762° N, 4.9184° W
Always wanted to give stand-up Paddleboarding a go? Fancy a giggle with friends, family or just meeting new folks whilst having a fun adventure?
This session will introduce you to the kit and skills involved in this activity. You will learn how to control your SUP starting in a kneeling position with the goal of progressing to a standing posture. We will aim to venture out for a tour along the beautiful Pembrokeshire coastline refining our skills and exploring along the way.
Course Content +
This course is designed to give you a foundational introduction to SUP paddling on the sea, covering the following topics:
- Basic board handling
- Proper paddling form
- How to launch and land your SUP
- How to perform basic rescues
- Simple navigation principles
- The basics of tidal planning
- Weather patterns
- Foundations of safety at sea
- Essential kit and equipment use
- Marine and environmental awareness
Small group sizes mean we have the opportunity to tailor the course to the interests of the group. If you have any specific areas you wish to cover, you’ll have the opportunity to suggest these at the outset.
With plenty of scope for personalised coaching, we can help you reach your highest potential throughout the course.
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Times: 09:00 – 12.30 or 13.30-17.00
Dates : See calendar
Cost : From £125.00 per person
If none of the scheduled dates work for you, please feel free to contact us and organise an alternative.
The course requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
OTHER INFORMATION
Experience level? +
To attend this course, you should:
- Be comfortable in and on the water
- Be able to swim or be happy to float
- Have preferably paddled a SUP before
Age restrictions? +
The course is suitable for all ages above 10 years old. Any paddlers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Who is the course for? +
Anyone with a small amount of experience (5+ days) looking to build their confidence and skill set on the water in a beautiful coastal setting.
Perhaps you’re aiming to buy your own SUP or already own one, if so, this course could be for you. You’ll come away with the essential skills to plan your own trips including tidal planning and weather forecasting.
You may be part of an organised SUP club, a group of friends, an adventurous family or you may be a solo paddler.
Qualifications gained? +
This is a practical skills course with no assessments or qualifications. However, it can be tied in with BC Personal Performance Awards.
Where? +
You’ll meet at our base near Solva to get kitted up (exact location will be shared in your confirmation of booking) and we’ll head to a nearby harbour which we’ve chosen to best suit the conditions on the day.
Kit Provided +
- The use of one of our fleet of high quality NRS Inflatable SUPs
- Touring paddling jacket
- Personnel PFD (floatation vest)
- Paddle
- Drybag
- Long John or full wetsuit
What to Bring +
In your confirmation of booking, you’ll receive a full list of basic items to bring on the day e.g. bathers to wear under the wetsuit, a water bottle, a towel, old shoes or wetsuit boots etc.
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