We have adapted our sessions to adhere to social distancing guidelines and all equipment will be disinfected after each session.

Join us as for a special Canal SUP & History session, as we explore the interesting history of the Grand Union and Regent’s Canal.

Up until the late 1960s, the canal systems of London were important transport routes connecting the River Thames with the Industrial north. Today these waterways are vital leisure amenity used for activities such as boating and paddleboarding.

During the first part of the session we will focus on the aspects of water safety and then move on to paddleboarding techniques. Once you’re feeling confident, we will head out onto the canal and start paddling.

This 1.5h session is suitable for those who have never paddled before. Upon taking part in this session you will be able to sign up for the two-hour session on the tidal Thames.

Please note that following the guidance set out by the UK government, 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.

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. 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.

After a land-based intro to SUP, we will set off from Paddington basin and paddle towards Little Venice onto the Grand Union Canal.