We strongly recommend attending lessons from a qualified instructor before heading out on the water for the first time. Lessons are extremely important as they include key safety advice.
Most SUP instructors run social events and SUP clubs which can be a great way to find other like-minded people to paddle with.
Here is a list of instructors that we know and trust around the UK.
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west sussex
A brand new water sports bar and cafe, they offer SUP lessons along with many other water sports.
KENT & SURREY
Angela and Helen offer Stand Up Paddleboarding lessons at Teston Country Park in Kent with Helen and at Mytchett Canal Centre in Surrey with Angela.
essex
Oli and his team run a very successful social paddling Facebook group, East of England Paddlesports. Oli runs lessons, on SUPS, Kayaks or Canoes and offers beginners, advanced, falling and confidence sessions, in groups or 121! He also runs fun kayak paddle parties in and around Mersea Island!
Northamptonshire
Kelly runs various paddle boarding session such as lessons, SUP yoga and much more. Gaia specialises in beginner sessions, specially for those who are nervous. With a background in holistic health and well-being the sessions will not only improve health and fitness, but mental fitness too.
West sussex
Tony and Gemma offers paddle board hire, tours, lessons in West Sussex. They are passionate about getting customers out on the water and sharing the endless possibilities and good vibes.
WEST SUSSEX
Liam provides tuition for variety of water sports from SUP to kitesurfing.