SUP hire only available to people who have good SUP experience.

You will be able to explore the canal from Paddington Basin without an instructor.

If you do not have the experience required please book on to one of our coach led trips.

You should have prior SUP experience.

You should be comfortable about falling into water while wearing a buoyancy aid and able to self-rescue.

You will need to shower / wash thoroughly as soon as possible after the session if you have fallen in or been splashed and need to ensure any open cuts are covered (please note that under Cover 19 restrictions we do not have access to shower facilities at Paddington).

Please where possible arrive 'ready to go' as under Cover-19 restrictions we are operating with restricted toilet/shower/changing facilities.

There is a pop up tent on site but it is shared.

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 sunny weather remember to take sunscreen with you.

In colder weather (November - March), a wetsuit would be advisory. We have wetsuits available if requested in advance. Always bring a towel and a change of clothes just in case you take a little dip during the SUP lesson.

You will be paddling through the heart of London on the Grand Union Canal. You will pass through iconic London landmarks such as Little Venice.

*How far you get depends upon the conditions on the day and your ability.