SUP Starters

  • paddleboarding

  • 2 hrs

  • Max 4 people

For the Absolute Beginners

Description

Let us know if you want more than 4 people in your Starter class -message on 07505147957


We offer beginner Paddleboard Starter sessions in the tranquil backwaters near Boulters Lock, Maidenhead. This 2-hour session has a 1:4 instructor-to-paddler ratio and costs £50, plus £10 for board hire. We'll guide you from seated to standing positions.


Regarding Thames water quality, we are part of Windsor RiverWatch group which conducts weekly E.coli tests, which consistently show levels in the "Excellent" category for bathing water.


For specific needs or date requests, please message Tara at 07505 147957

We cannot accept unaccompanied minors- unless you have asked us or book all 4 spaces


Requirements

short video to help you prepare your body it is important to practice this positions before your first lesson on land. If you cannot sit or knee it won't be possible to start paddling yet. Use the video to help you prepare, as a certain level of mobility and strength is required before learning to stand. You will receive an email immediately after booking. The waiver attached to the email must be signed to complete your booking. Don't forget to check your spam and junk folders.


What to bring


Always bring a drink and changes of clothes and a hat.

Q & A page


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From £40.00 per person
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    Group discount available

    Enjoy discounts for groups of 4 or more

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    Free cancellation

    Up to 3 days in advance

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Upcoming availability

September

September 2026

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October 2026

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We had a fantastic time at Paddleboard Maidenhead on Saturday. We arrived as complete beginners and, thanks to the excellent instruction, were standing up and paddling confidently in no time. Our instructor was ...

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My brother said paddleboarding seems abit pointless. My response; if you want great tuition (thx Phil :)), a beautiful stretch of the Thames (and stunning views of Clivedon from the water), if you want to rest your busy ...

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Amazing beginners lesson at paddle board Maidenhead. It was a first time for all us of us including my 10year old daughter. Tara and Phil were both knowledgeable, patient and enthusiastic allowing the session to go at ...

heather mcintyre

heather mcintyre

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I enjoyed this paddle on a beautiful stretch of the Thames led by Phil. Phil was a great leader and gave me some useful tips. Rest of the group were really friendly. Perfect way to spend a Saturday morning. I will ...

Debs Harris

Debs Harris

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Took the ‘Beginners course’ with Tara last Sunday with my son and grandson. We had a great time. My son and grandson can paddle but I had never been able to stand on a Paddleboard in the water despite having what I ...

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