SUP Improver Lesson with River Trip

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  • 2 hrs 30 mins

  • Max 6 people

Improve your Stand Up Paddleboarding skills during a trip on the river

Description

This Paddle Centre session is designed to be the next step in your paddleboard journey improving up on existing skills. With the paddleboarding basics locked in, ideally having completed our Stand Up Paddleboard Beginner Lesson, during this session we focus more on technique, various turning strokes and that all important self recovery to help you gain more confidence and enjoyment in the sport. We also touch on footwork and how it is useful in controlling your paddleboard especially when turning.

All this while taking a trip on the river to get a better understanding of distance paddling and tides with the option of a short stop en-route for a drink.



What is covered -

  1. Paddle Technique Coaching
  2. Maintaining a straight-line
  3. Use of the paddle for turning
  4. Bracing strokes
  5. Introduction of foot work
  6. Mastery of self recovery


What is included -

Buoyancy Aid

Discounted Stand Up Paddleboard Hire





Requirements

Minimum age 12 years old.

A Parent or Guardian must also be on the water with any under 18's

What to bring

  1. Suitable clothes for weather conditions.
  2. Change of clothes
  3. Towel
  4. Mobile phone - advised to take on water in a dry bag.
  5. Money for an after paddle cold drink or even an Ice cream.



Itinerary

Please arrive 20 minutes before your booked session time as this will allow you to, sign in, get changed.

Your instructor will meet you and the rest of the group and get you ready to go on the water with a safety brief.



As your session end your instructor will call you in towards The Paddle Centre to return your equipment, sign in and grab a cold drink or maybe an ice cream.


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    Southampton, GB

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From £60.00 per person
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    Group discount available

    Enjoy discounts for groups of 6 or more

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    Free cancellation

    Up to 14 days in advance

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Upcoming availability

August

August 2026

September

September 2026

October

October 2026
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Never managed to stand up but really enjoyed it. Good instructions and excellent equipment.

Maureen B

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​If you've been wanting to try Paddleboarding or Kayaking this is your sign. The team at Paddle Centre has created such an amazing, inclusive space. I love how accessible it is for beginners and kids, but there's still ...

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⭐ Great Kayaking Spot on the Hamble – Friendly Team & Perfect for Beginners I went kayaking on the Hamble with the team at the Paddle Centre and it was brilliant. The staff were friendly, the kayaks were in great ...

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Went paddling. Came a bit late but the lady let us stay a bit later whilst she packed up which was so nice of her. Really relaxing and nice trip around the river.

Jess Babs

Jess Babs

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Excellent setup. Parking. A video to show you what to expect. Clearly explained every step by staff. Changing rooms and toilets. Brilliant location. Plenty of space to learn before venturing out.

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