STAND UP PADDLEBOARD

Stand Up Paddleboarding is the perfect mix of fun, activity and connection. Our Stand Up Paddleboarding experiences tours provide you with a perfect day on the water.

Stand Up PaddleBoard - Summer Session

A three hour session designed for beginners to learn basic SUP skills. And have fun on the water.

Prerequisites:

A sense of adventure and a positive attitude!

What you will learn:

Safety is both a mindset and a skill set. How to enjoy SUP and keep yourself out of trouble.
Equipment considerations from board design/sizing/purchase options, paddle characteristics, immersion gear, safety regulations and essentials
Board transport and care
Launching and landing techniques
Paddling Skills - finding your stability, proper paddling technique and efficiency, forward stroke, turning strokes, self-rescue and environmental risk assessments
Basic environmental forecasting and weather considerations

What to bring:

Board, Paddle, PFD Life Vest Included
Dress to get in the water
Change of dry clothing
Towel
Water
Sun Protection

Location:

Graham's Grove, Lake Banook, Dartmouth, NS

Ocean SUP Tours

Based upon Paddle Canada's SUP Touring 1 curriculum, SUP Ocean Tours will help you transition into coastal environments safely and build confidence and skills in more dynamic paddling locations and conditions. Nova Scotia's coastal waterways are vast and beautiful for exploring by SUP but there are most certainly things to consider and knowledge and skills to gain in order to do it safely.

Course Content:

Touring-specific equipment needs, board design and considerations
Safety considerations and weather forecasting
Basic navigation and route planning
Communication and group dynamics
Decision making and risk analysis
Paddling skills/techniques for more dynamic water and weather conditions
Rescues/Tows
Launching and Landing with loaded boards

Location:

Hosted in the beautiful coastal waterways of Halifax’s Northwest Arm.

What do I need?

Inflatable or Hard Touring Board appropriate for touring and carrying a day pack.
Paddle
PFD with whistle
Throw Bag
Leash
Drybag for day trips
Wetsuit
Neoprene Booties or other paddling shoes
Towel
Bring a change of warm clothes including a waterproof shell and mid layer.