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Born to Ride

  • paddleboarding

  • 2 h

  • Até 5 pessoas
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    Mersea Island Watersports

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    (4.9)

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    West Mersea, GB

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  • ...for young paddlers!

    Descrição

    This course is aimed at children 9 years old to 14 years old. 


    Our Learn to SUP session follows the BSUPA Level 1 Born to ride programme and teaches you everything you need to know to paddleboard safely. During the course you will be given an introduction to how the weather and environment affects you, how to carry the board and paddle, paddling technique, different types of turns, self rescue, how to fall safely as well as how to plan expeditions and the basics of stance in surf. 

    Those who complete the session to the instructors satisfaction will gain the Born to ride Certificate.




    Whats Included: Board & paddle, buoyancy aid, wetsuit if required.






    Requisitos
    1. Age 9+
    2. Group size is limited to 5 and the group will have a fully qualified instructor plus an assistant.


    O que levar
    1. A hat if it is very sunny or very cold
    2. Sunglasses on a string
    3. Suncream
    4. Water to keep hydrated
    Itinerário
    1. Launch and recover safely (with assistance where required)
    2. Set up paddle, board and leash (with assistance where required)
    3. Know how to fall safely and recover to shore using a recovery method.
    4. Have a good basic paddle stroke
    5. Perform a series of turns
    6. Show competence and confidence afloat.
    7. Have an understanding of how weather and tide affects SUP


  • About Mersea Island Watersports

    Welcome to Mersea Island Watersports – Your Adventure Starts Here!

    Since 2013, we've been providing top-quality watersports lessons and equipment hire from our dedicated centre on the stunning Mersea Island. Whether you're looking to explore the island’s creeks and hidden gems or experience the thrill of open water, we have the perfect spot for you.


    Located on the western side of Mersea, our sheltered waters make an ideal learning environment, while the nearby estuary delivers the perfect playground for windsurfers, sailors, and wing foilers seeking excitement.




    We offer a wide range of watersports, including Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), Kayaking, Windsurfing, Sailing, and the latest adrenaline-fueled addition – Wing Foiling.

    As an AALA-accredited centre, a RED Test Centre, and a BSUPA-approved provider, we ensure high standards of safety, instruction, and equipment.

    From rentals and expert tuition to kids’ clubs, youth sessions, school partnerships, parties, social paddles, and special events, there's something for everyone.



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Top reviews

(4.9)

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há 8 meses

Very friendly staff. Happy for us to share 1 paddle board between two. Great location to paddle board exploring the marshes and islands.

ethan thrower

ethan thrower

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há 8 meses

I picked a random day and time at short notice and the staff did their absolute best to make sure my party had the best day possible Great team with great kit!

Exdee “The Player Of Games” Wobblum

Exdee “The Player Of Games” Wobblum

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há 8 meses

I picked a random day and time at short notice and the staff did their absolute best to make sure my party had the best day possible Great team with great kit!

ExDee “The Player Of Games” Wobblum

ExDee “The Player Of Games” Wobblum

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há 8 meses

We picked a quiet day and were extremely well treated. The guys could not have been more helpful, even accomodation a last minute addition, providing shoes and offering the use of a wetsuit. As beginners, with a couple ...

Terry Fallows

Terry Fallows

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há 2 anos

Did the Born to ride 2 hour lesson for my 9 and 10 year old girls and 14 year old brother. Mark the instructor was fantastic! Made us all feel really welcome. He was very patient with the kids and they all had such a ...

Chris Jeffrey

Chris Jeffrey

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