Stand Up Paddle (SUP)
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Stand Up Paddle (SUP): types of experiences
Choose a specific type of experience
Adventure level
Very easy – Moderate
Duration
1–4 hours
Group
1–20 people
Season
Spring to autumn
What is Stand Up Paddle (SUP)?
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) is a water activity in which you stand on a special board and move along with a paddle.
It is a mix of unwinding, sport and exploring, and works for beginners as well as for people who keep active.
SUP can be done on lakes, calm rivers or the sea, and gives you a different view of the scenery.
The activity builds balance and coordination, and does you good generally.
How does it work?
Arriving on site
You are told about the activity and the conditions in the area.
Getting the gear ready
The board, the paddle and the safety kit are got ready.
Balance drills
The instructor explains the right stance and the basic techniques.
Moving on the water
You learn to control the board and use the paddle.
An outing on the water
You explore the area at a relaxed pace.
Who is SUP for?
Beginners
You can pick it up quickly with an instructor's help.
Active people
It gives you a workout for balance and muscle.
Families
A good fit for relaxed time spent together.
Unwinding and wellbeing
Ideal for getting close to nature and shedding some stress.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) — adventure level
SUP for unwinding
Easy outings on calm water, ideal for the scenery and for photographs.
SUP for exploring
Outings on the water to take in the scenery and natural areas.
SUP as sport
A harder session for building stamina and technique.
Competitive SUP
Training and races for advanced paddlers.
At a glance
Duration
Sessions usually run between 1 and 4 hours.
Difficulty
Easy for recreation, with harder versions for those who want a workout.
Experience needed
No experience is needed for the introductory sessions.
Balance
The first few minutes go on getting used to the board.
Location
Lakes, quiet rivers, the sea and leisure areas.
Best time to go
The warm season is the ideal time for SUP.
Instructor
Recommended for beginners and for organised sessions.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) gear
SUP board
A special board for standing up on the water.
SUP paddle
Lets you move along and steer.
Buoyancy aid
Recommended kit, depending on the conditions on the day.
Leash
A safety cord that keeps the board attached to you.
Personal kit
Swimwear, sports clothes and sun protection.
Waterproof accessories
For your phone, camera and personal things.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) safety
Following the safety rules is what makes for a good time on the water.
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) — frequently asked questions
A water activity done on a special board with a paddle.
No. Most people pick up the basics in a single introductory session.
Modern boards are stable and you get used to them quickly.
Yes, depending on age, the conditions and the organiser's rules.
Yes. It can be done for fun or as a way of keeping fit.
It is doing yoga poses on a SUP board.
Yes. SUP gives you views of the water and the countryside you get nowhere else.