Intro to SUP Social Paddle

1h 15 min | Skills workshop for any paddler!

Dive into the world of stand-up paddle boarding with a splash of fun! This beginner class is your perfect gateway, offering a relaxed and engaging way to learn the ropes within a group setting.

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Learn to paddle board in a group!

Whether you're brand new or a seasoned paddler, this social paddle is designed to improve your paddle boarding skills!

You'll get comfortable with equipment, essential safety, launching, paddling techniques, and even practice different strokes — all designed to boost your confidence on the water!

You’ll also learn how to paddle responsibly and safely, whether you’re flying solo or paddling with others.

You will learn and practice :

  • Board "anatomy" and how to correctly prepare your SUP before use

  • How to safely launch and return to shore

  • Paddle strokes to improve your paddling efficiency and to use in various situations

  • SUP etiquette and nautical laws 

  • How to navigate turbulent conditions

  • Getting back on your board if you fall off

This group lesson is as FUN as it is informative. Join us for this lively social paddle and you’ll be paddling like a pro in no time!

No prior paddleboarding experience necessary!

Keep reading below for rates, requirements and policies.

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Book your Intro to SUP class!

Reserve your spot and meet us at our launch location! Pre-registration required.


Rates

• Paddler - $60 pp (M-Th) $65 pp (Fri-Sun)
• Child Paddler - $50 pp (Mon-Th) $55 pp (Fri-Sun)

All equipment included! Must know how to swim.

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What’s Included

• Premium VESL paddleboard
• Carbon fiber adjustable paddle
• Personal floatation device (PFD)

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Requirements

• All participants must know how to swim
• Minors 12 - 18 must weigh at least 80lbs, have a signed Parent/Guardian waiver, and be accompanied by an adult chaperone
• Contact us to discuss minor participation < 12 yrs

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Prepare for your SUP class.

  • • Waivers must be completed by each participant prior to arrival
    • Our launch location and directions will be provided upon registration
    • Please arrive at least 15 min prior to your activity to secure parking
    • Carpooling is highly recommended due to limited on-site parking
    • Each board is equipped with a deck net where you can stow belongings
• Plan to stow your valuables and keys in your vehicle or on your person

    For more tips see our FAQ’s.

  • • Sunscreen
    • Bug spray
    • Hat
    • Water
    • Rash guard / light layer
    • Sunglasses / glasses (only if properly secured to your person)

    If you choose to bring your phone, camera, sunglasses or glasses it is at your own risk. Please ensure electronics and other valuables are attached to a floatation device as these items will sink when submerged in water. Complimentary photos taken by our guides can be emailed or texted to guests upon request after tours!

    For more tips see our FAQ’s.

  • Portsmouth Paddle Co. reserves the right to cancel any activity due to dangerous weather or water conditions. In the event of operator cancellation, customers will receive a credit for use during the remainder of the current Summer Season, or a refund, less a 10% processing fee, if rescheduling is not possible.

  • All purchases are non-refundable and non-transferrable to others. Purchases and credits are valid during the current summer season.

    Customers will receive a credit if notice of cancellation is received at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. All reservations cancelled less than 24 hours prior to the start of the activity and no-shows will be charged as attending. In the event of unforeseen circumstances due to COVID-19, refunds may be issued, less a 10% processing fee, at the sole discretion of the company.

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