Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana on the River Medway
Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana runs paddleboard lessons, group tours and board hire on the tranquil River Medway in Tonbridge, Kent, with private lessons on a small lake just outside the town. It's an easy trip from Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and Maidstone. Complete beginners learn to stand, paddle and get back on board safely, while improvers can work on turns and rescues. Ana also runs ladies-only social paddles and paddleboarding camps for children.
Tonbridge, Kent
Beginner sessions available
Rentals available
Gift vouchers available
Private lessons on a lake near Tonbridge
For calm, clean water away from the river, Ana teaches on a small private lake in the heart of Kent, just outside Tonbridge. Each 90-minute Honnington Private Lake Lesson is tailored to you, whether you're a total beginner or want to improve your strokes and practise rescues, and you can pair up with a friend. The exact location is emailed after booking to respect the owner's privacy.
FAQs
Where is Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana?
River sessions start from the slipway at Lower Field Car Park in Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1HR, about 5 miles north of Tunbridge Wells and about 7 miles from Sevenoaks. Private lake lessons take place on a small lake just outside Tonbridge, and the exact address is emailed to you when you book. See all sessions at Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana.
Where can I go paddleboarding near Tunbridge Wells?
Tonbridge is about 5 miles from Tunbridge Wells, and Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana runs beginner-friendly lessons, group tours and board hire on the River Medway there. The Group Lesson /Tour is a good first session if you've never paddled before.
Where can I go paddleboarding near Sevenoaks?
Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana is in Tonbridge, about 7 miles from Sevenoaks. You can learn on the River Medway with a group lesson, book a tailored private lesson on a quiet lake, or hire a board for the day.
Where can I go paddleboarding near Maidstone?
Tonbridge sits upstream of Maidstone on the same River Medway, about 10 miles away. Stand Up Paddleboarding with Ana offers lessons, guided tours and hire from the slipway in Tonbridge.
Do I need any experience to paddleboard with Ana?
No. Lessons start with safety, river etiquette and equipment, then take you from kneeling to standing before moving on to strokes and turns. The Honnington Private Lake Lesson suits total beginners and more advanced paddlers who want to improve, and the Ladies Who Launch paddles are leisurely and open to any ability.
What's included when I hire a paddleboard?
Hire Board includes a paddleboard, paddle, buoyancy aid, waist leash and river licence, so you have everything you need for a day on the River Medway. Drysuits can also be hired for the winter months.
Do I need a licence to paddleboard on the River Medway?
Yes, you need a licence to paddle on the river. Board hire with Ana includes river licences, and if you bring your own board you can book a day river licence online and Ana will send you a code.
Can children go paddleboarding with Ana?
Yes. Ana runs paddleboarding camps for children aged 8 and over in the school holidays, with games, nature trips and a river clean-up, and the Group Lesson /Tour can be booked as a children's party with a short tour followed by games.
Can I book paddleboarding for a hen party or group?
Yes. The Group Lesson /Tour can be booked for a hen party, with a short tour along the River Medway followed by fun and games on the water.
What should I wear for paddleboarding?
In warmer weather, wear swimwear or quick-drying sportswear and bring:
- A towel and a change of clothes
- Old trainers or water shoes
- Suncream and a water bottle on sunny days
In the colder months you can hire a drysuit. Wear thermals underneath and bring roomy shoes to wear with it.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. It's best to book online ahead of your visit, especially at weekends and in the school holidays. You can also buy a gift voucher for someone else.