Paddle Explore Award 🏆

8 hours / Full Day

Have you already done your Start and Discover Award? This next one’s for you! Your Explore Award gives you ownership; allowing you to choose where you move next in the world of paddlesport. Working with your coach you will be able to develop a programme that suits what you need.

What to expect

You will learn to make confident choices. Above all you will Recognise your ability to independently paddle your chosen craft (SUP) in a sheltered water environment.

Key details

Certification: Explore Award by Paddle UK

Course Duration: 1 day – 8 hours

Location: Paxmead Riverside Base, Shepperton

Equipment: Kit can be provided or please bring your own

Each award description is available from Paddle UK here. But we're always very happy to chat with you and talk through the course, and help you to decide on your best way forward.

£100 pp | 8 hours | No prerequisites | Group size: 8

Whats included

1. Full day course
2. A focus on both safety and fun
3. Friendly and supportive learning environment
4. Expert coaching and tuition from knowledgeable SUP Coaches 👫
5. Use of all kit (or feel free to bring your own)
6. Unlimited tea & biscuits ☕🍪
7. Photos! So you can put your phone away and enjoy the course
8. Parking / showers / toilets ✔️

Not included

1. Lunch
2. Certification fee: £6.24
3. You must also be a Paddle UK / British Canoeing member to be able to receive the certification, you can purchase it here. This is only a requirement if you want the certification.

Cancellations

7 days notice or less: You will not be entitled to a refund. Please carefully read the cancellation policy here. By booking you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions.  

FAQ’S

• Can I come solo? Absolutely

• Minimum age requirements? Adults only - contact us for more info if you'd like to book an under 18 year old

• Do I get a discount if I book as a group? Yes, please get in touch

• Do I need to be a Paddle Up member? Nope

• Do I need my own kit? No, we have kit for you to use

Being a Paddle UK Delivery Partner (formally known as British Canoeing), we can offer a number of British Canoeing Paddle Awards & Personal Performance Awards. The Paddle Awards are for those getting onto a paddle board for the first time, enabling you to feel confident in a sheltered water environment. Not sure if this is the right course for you? We deliver other Paddle Awards. There are three to choose from.

1. Start
2. Discover
3. Explore

We also deliver Personal Performance Awards including SUP Sheltered Water Award, SUP Safer course, & SUP Safer Tideway Training which allow you to develop your personal paddling and decision making skills in the craft and environment of your choice. Read our website to learn more.

🩹 The quality of our local waterways is something to always be aware of and it’s important to do your own research regarding this. When paddle boarding with us we ask that you cover up any minor cuts and abrasions, and to wash once you are home if you fall/swim in the river, this is to reduce the risk of disease such as weil's disease. Paddle Up strongly recommends not to participate in paddling if I have any open wounds, and instead to reschedule. Read our FAQ's here.

1. Fit for a day of paddling
2. Can get from kneeling to standing on land
3. Ideally at Paddle Discover level
4. A confident swimmer
5. Adults only, 18+ (contact us prior to booking if you'd like to book a place for an under 18 year old)
6. If you are unsure of anything, please email us to discuss: info@paddleup.co.uk

What to wear: Wear weather appropriate clothing for SUP, quick drying active wear, wetsuit or drysuit. & shoes you don't mind getting wet.

Remember to bring the following; Bottle of water, sun cream, hat, waterproofs, & any medication eg inhaler. And don't forget to pack a towel and a change of warm clothes, and plenty of food for the day!

All SUP kit is available to use, but feel free to bring your own.

1. Arrive: 09:00 - 17:00
2. If bringing your own kit, we'd suggest arriving around 08:30 to give time to set up
3. This course is being run from Paxmead Riverside Base in Shepperton on the River Thames.
4. There is parking on site, and access to toilets and hot showers