SUP Starters

  • paddleboarding

  • 2 hrs

  • Max 4 people

For the Absolute Beginners

Highlights

- Beginner-friendly paddleboarding sessions with expert coaches
- Small group sizes for personalised attention
- Serene backwater environment for easy learning
- Equipment hire available for convenience
- Thorough safety and water quality checks for peace of mind

Description

We offer beginner Paddleboard Starter sessions in the tranquil backwaters near Boulters Lock, Maidenhead. This 2-hour session has a 1:4 instructor-to-paddler ratio and costs £50, plus £10 for board hire. We'll guide you from seated to standing positions.


Regarding Thames water quality, we are part of Windsor RiverWatch group which conducts weekly E.coli tests, which consistently show levels in the "Excellent" category for bathing water.


For specific needs or date requests, please message Tara at 07505 147957

We cannot accept unaccompanied minors- unless you have asked us.

Requirements

short video to help you prepare your body it is important to practice this positions before your first lesson on land. If you cannot sit or knee it won't be possible to start paddling yet. Use the video to help you prepare, as a certain level of mobility and strength is required before learning to stand. You will receive an email immediately after booking. The waiver attached to the email must be signed to complete your booking. Don't forget to check your spam and junk folders.


What to bring


Always bring a drink and changes of clothes and a hat.

Q & A page


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    Group discount available

    Enjoy discounts for groups of 2 or more

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    Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Upcoming availability

September

September 2025

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I requested a private session to test drive several paddle boards suitable for Sea/Estuary use. Phil went above and beyond to ensure I had the right information. Organising a number of paddles on 3 different boards over ...

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Had a great time on a 2 hour beginner class with my 3 friends learning to paddleboard. Tara was fab with teaching us the skills we needed and it was a perfect way to spend a sunny Monday morning going down the river! ...

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Amazing Sunday morning on the river! Thank you to Tara for being a wonderful guide this Sunday morning, as we enjoyed a 2h long session on sturdy paddleboards along the river. It was only our 2nd time paddleboarding (a ...

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We have paddled with Phil and Tara exclusively since they taught us to paddle board 3 years ago. I really enjoy their knowledge, the variety of trips and the great company. I wholeheartedly recommend Paddleboard ...

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