SUP Safer ⛑️

Being a Paddle UK Delivery Partner (formally known as British Canoeing), we offer a number of Paddle UK Paddle Awards & Personal Performance Awards. The Personal Performance Awards allow you to develop your personal paddling and decision making skills in the craft and environment of your choice.

The SUP Safer Course is a Paddle UK personal performance award, designed for anyone wanting to gain knowledge and raise their awareness of their personal safety in a sheltered water environment. The course covers 4 key modules: SUP equipment, environment and weather, planning, and safety on the water. ⛑️ New for 2024 - there is a tidal module which can be added on during the booking process. Learn more about the tidal module here.

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.

4 hours | No prerequisites | Group size: 8

✨ If you have a group of between 6 and 10 of you. Get in touch for a group discount.

Whats included

1. 4 hours of quality coaching and tuition
2. Parking, toilets, and showers ✔️
3. Photos! So you can put your phone away and enjoy the course
4. Safety & support with qualified SUP coaches (India & Joshua)
5. Use of all kit (or feel free to bring your own)

Not included

1. Food & drink

1. Certification fee: £10.40
2. You must also be a Paddle UK / British Canoeing member to be able to receive the certification. You can purchase it here.

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.

How to book

If you cannot see you preferred time slot, request a date here clicking BOOK NOW then click REQUEST A TIME Or get in touch with India & Joshua Email info@paddleup.co.uk WhatsApp 07861 916134   

FAQ’S

1. Can I come solo? Absolutely
2. Do I need my own kit? paddle kit included
3. Age requirements? Suitable for ages 16+, however anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied in the session by a parent / legal guardian 21 years and over.
4. What should I wear? Weather appropriate clothing for SUP such as quick drying activewear, wetsuit or drysuit & shoes you don't mind getting wet.

1. Do I need to be a Paddle Up member? Nope.

Not sure if this is the right course fr you? We also deliver Paddle Awards which are for those getting onto a paddle board for the first time, enabling you to feel confident in a sheltered water environment. There are three Paddle Awards to choose from

1. Start
2. Discover
3. Explore

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.

This course is open to all but we do ask that you are...

1. Fit for a 4 hours of paddling
2. Happy to get in the river
3. Can get from kneeling to standing on land
4. A confident swimmer
5. Suitable for ages 16+, however anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied in the session by a parent / legal guardian 21 years and over.
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 & shoes you don't mind getting wet. As you will be getting in the water we recommend a wetsuit or drysuit.

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

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

If bringing your own kit please arrive 30 min early to give time to set up.