Why not have an instructor all to yourself? We run these private sessions primarily as a guided tour, however we can include some of the following options if requested: short races, technique training / exercises, games, or a short drink-stop.
We have adapted our sessions to adhere to social distancing guidelines and all equipment will be disinfected after each session.
This stand up paddleboard session is suitable for beginners and adults of all abilities and ages. The River Thames is a tidal river and so the conditions may not be suitable for participants under the age of 16. Please contact us directly if you would like to book a child onto your session. You will need to be able to swim and be confident in the water. Certain level of flexibility and ability to get up to standing from kneeling is required for learning to paddleboard.
*Please note 3rd party vouchers are not applicable for these sessions but we will be adding more sessions as soon as we can.
Weather conditions
Whilst we endeavour to carry out our SUP sessions, minimum numbers, instructor availability and weather conditions (If it is very windy or there is torrential rain meaning poor visibility) may mean we have to reschedule your lesson. We will always contact you to advise you as soon as we are able to discuss the options with you.
No specialist clothing is required. In warm weather, ordinary gym gear will be fine (shorts/leggings/T-shirt/sweatshirt), with old sandals or trainers you don't mind getting wet. Or you can get cheap neoprene wet shoes from most large supermarkets. No bare feet, footwear is required at all our SUP locations.
In colder weather (November - March), a wetsuit would be advisory. Always bring a towel and a change of clothes just in case you take a little dip during the SUP lesson.
In light of the the current Covid-19 restrictions, we will require you to keep a safe distance of at least 2m from your coach during both the safety briefing and the on-water session. The coach only come within this distance if it is absolutely necessary for your safety. You do not need to be a proficient swimmer, but should be comfortable about falling into water while wearing a buoyancy aid.
A certain level of flexibility and ability to get up to standing from kneeling is required for learning to paddleboard.
You will need to shower / wash thoroughly after the session if you have fallen in or been splashed and need to ensure any open cuts are covered.
We have taken people with physical and mental disabilities out on the water however please contact us before booking as we may need to take you out privately to ensure you receive the coach's full attention.
We will also need to know of any recent injuries prior to the session.
The session will start with some land-based training at Kew Bridge, before heading out on the river and being gently taken by the tide. We will pass some of West London's most iconic sites and when the tide turns we will be taken back to Kew Bridge with the tide.
*How far we get depends on the conditions on the day.
Free flexible rescheduling of sessions with 5 days notice
We do not offer full refunds. Refunds minus admin/coaching fee will only be considered in unprecedented circumstances.
We understand circumstances change and you may wish to change the date/time of your session.
We offer flexible rescheduling:
All requests to reschedule must be submitted by email to: [email protected]
