SUP Intro (Private Session)

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  • 1 hr

  • Max 10 people

Learn to SUP with MIW!

Highlights

  • Practise paddle grip and basic strokes with your instructor
  • Learn balance and posture during on-land practice
  • Try standing, forward paddling and turning on calm water
  • Get feedback tailored to your SUP skills and goals

Description

Experience the freedom and fun of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in a completely personalized session. Whether you're a first-timer or looking to improve your skills, our Private SUP Session offers tailored coaching and one-on-one attention from our experienced instructors.

What’s included:

  1. A custom lesson based on your experience and goals.
  2. Comprehensive instruction on technique, balance, and paddling.
  3. All necessary equipment, including paddleboard, paddle, wetsuit, and safety gear.
  4. Time on the water with guidance to help you progress at your own pace.
  5. Tips and feedback to improve your SUP skills or to try something new like SUP yoga or SUP fitness.

Duration: 1 hours (longer sessions available by request).

Perfect for:

  1. Beginners who want a slow introduction to SUP.
  2. More experienced paddlers looking to refine their technique.
  3. Individuals or small groups who prefer a personalized, private lesson.





What’s included: Board & Paddle & Buoyancy Aid

Also available to Hire: Wetsuits




There is a 6% booking fee added on top during checkout through the Eola.co Booking System. Should you request a full refund for unforeseen circumstances, the booking fee is non refundable .

For more information:

Please see section 5, point 4:

https://eola.co/terms-and-conditions.




What to bring

  1. A cap if it is very sunny or hat for winter
  2. Sunglasses on a string
  3. Suncream
  4. Water
  5. Wetsuit boots or neoprene beach shoes (if you have them) or you can borrow some of ours.


Itinerary

1. Welcome & Introduction
  1. Meet your instructor and discuss your goals for the session.
  2. Overview of the session plan and safety briefing.
  3. Quick check of equipment and fitting (paddleboard, paddle, buoyancy aid).
2. On-Land Basics
  1. Introduction to paddleboarding techniques:
  2. How to hold the paddle and basic paddling strokes.
  3. Mounting and dismounting the board.
  4. Tips for balance and posture.
  5. Quick practice on land if needed.
3. On-Water Skills & Practice
  1. Begin on calm water to practice the basics:
  2. Getting comfortable standing on the board.
  3. Forward paddling and turning techniques.
  4. Balance and recovery tips.
  5. Gradual progression to more advanced skills (depending on your goals):
  6. Improving efficiency and stroke power.
  7. Exploring the area or trying new maneuvers.
4. Cool-Down & Wrap-Up
  1. Gentle paddle back to the starting point.
  2. Reflect on progress made during the session.
  3. Personalized feedback and tips for future paddling.
Please Note: As we’re working with nature, activities may vary based on weather, tides, and conditions. Rest assured, we’ll adapt the session to make it safe, enjoyable, and memorable for everyone!


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    Mersea Island Watersports

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    West Mersea, GB

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From £45.00 per person
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    Group discount available

    Enjoy discounts for groups of 3 or more

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    Free cancellation

    Up to 1 day in advance

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Two hours relaxed kayaking, fun weaving between the boats and then getting out onto the sea. Equipment was perfect and it was quick and easy to get into the water. Only issue was lack of parking nearby.

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We’ve just spent a couple of hours doing a paddle boarding lesson with Mark - a fabulous morning on the water. Highly recommend the facilities and the people who do a great job there running it. Some of us were a bit ...

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Had 2 amazing kayak lessons with Mark, sessions have been so relaxing and Mark makes you confident, such a nice guy.

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Rented a double kayak with my teenage son in late May. We explored the tidal river for an hour paddling up stream first. It was fun and active. I was impressed by the team at Mersea Island Watersports in terms of the ...

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‘I had a really great time. We had a relaxed lesson and got taught lots of fun and things. Mark was a really nice instructor and helped me be confident to paddle on my own. Thank for an amazing lesson Mark One!’ Ada 🙂

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