SUP Starters

  • paddleboarding

  • 2 hrs

  • Max 4 people

For the Absolute Beginners

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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    Paddleboard Maidenhead

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a month ago

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 ...

Amandine Painton

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2 months ago

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 ...

Helen Gurnett

Helen Gurnett

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2 months ago

I joined Paddleboard Maidenhead in June 2022 and was warmly welcomed from day one. Tara and Phil are absolutely brilliant, they are knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely supportive. From my first paddle with Tara, I ...

Christian Lang

Christian Lang

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2 months ago

I’ve had such a great time with this paddleboarding club! Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming, whether you’re a complete beginner or more experienced. There’s a great variety of activities which keeps things ...

Petra Mala

Petra Mala

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2 months ago

Being a mamber of the Paddleboard Maidenhead SUP club is just the best. There are so many different paddles to join, some short, 2 hours, and some 4 hours + all exploring different parts of the Thames and it's ...

Lorna Dixon

Lorna Dixon

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