Paddleboarding

Half day paddle boarding lessons on the beautiful estuary at Arnside during low tide, when the water is non tidal and relatively shallow, you can even stand up!

The lessons are based at our Boat Park on the beach about 10 to 15 minutes walk from the end of the Promenade along the beach.

Lessons run for 2.5 hours and you will learn the fundamentals of paddleboarding including

*Introduction to the equipment and how to use.

*Introduction to some of the hazards at Arnside.

*Basic Paddle Strokes including forwards, backwards and steering.

*Techniques to help stand up on the board.

*Aim to go on a small journey towards Arnside or New Barns Bay.

*Self Rescue Techniques.

This course is suitable for adults of booked out for families.

Members' Discount

There is a discount for Arnside Sailing Club members under Add Ons

Club Membership 2025

£80 individual, £90 family

(+£20 per annum per membership for using Arnside club dinghies outside training courses.)

https://arnsidesailingclub.co.uk/join/

If you wish to pay via a different method or have questions please contact chiefinstructor@arnsidesailingclub.org.uk. Due to the nature of my role working on sessions, it may take a few days for me to respond.

Parents and Carers

If under 16s are taking part in lessons, it is expected that a supervising adult remains nearby throughout the lesson.

1. You should be able to swim 25 metres.
2. Children should be at least 7 years old.
3. We encourage parents and guardians to take part in the lesson with their children

If not, parents and guardians of children and young people under 18 who are not club members are expected to stay on site whilst the lesson is taking place. For club members, the cut off point when we expect parents to remain on site if your child is 14 years old or younger.

1. Clothing

Wear clothing that will keep you warm in the wind, if you get wet.

Wetsuits are ideal if you have one.

A waterproof jacket or a cagoule (cag) are useful to reduce any wind chill.

Polyester jumpers (i.e. fleeces) are good at keeping you warmer if they get wet.

1. Footwear

Please wear suitable footwear that will protect your feet, trainers are ideal, water shoes are OK. Flip Flops, Crocs and Wellingtons are not suitable.

1. Hot Weather

Please wear suncream and consider appropriate attire for protecting from the sun.

1. Change of Clothes

Bring a towel and a change of clothing, in case you get wet. There are limited changing facilities on site.

1. Buoyancy Aids:

We provide buoyancy aids. If you have own, feel free to bring it, our instructors will do a quick check to ensure it is suitable.

1. If you wear glasses

Consider a glasses strap to help prevent them falling off.

1. Site Facilities

There are very basic facilities on site including basic changing spaces and an eco-toilet, There is no running water, shower facilities or refreshments on site.

Lessons run for 2.5 hours and you will learn the fundamentals of paddleboarding including 

*Introduction to the equipment and how to use.

*Introduction to some of the hazards at Arnside.

*Basic Paddle Strokes including forwards, backwards and steering.

*Techniques to help stand up on the board.

*Aim to go on a small journey towards Arnside or New Barns Bay.

*Self Rescue Techniques.

This course is suitable for older teenagers and adults.