Our Intro session is the perfect introduction to this sport and is for those who have never tried paddleboarding before. This hour long lesson teaches the basic techniques and theory to get you on your feet and out on the water safely.
Requirements
This is a group lesson of up to 5 adults and not suitable for those under 14.
What to bring
A cap if it is very sunny or hat for winter
Sunglasses on a string
Suncream
Water
Wetsuit boots or neoprene beach shoes (if you have them) or you can borrow some of ours.
Itinerary
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.
Top reviews
(4.9)
5 months ago
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
5 months ago
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
5 months ago
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
2 years ago
Just finished the paddleboard starter lesson and it was fantastic. Great lesson and an excellent instructor. I was nervous about doing this, mainly because of my size but didn't need to be. I will absolutely use Mersea ...
Matthew Richardson
3 years ago
Had a great time canoeing round the creeks.
Hired a double sit on top canoe and spent a magical couple of hours padding round the harbour and creeks spotting wildlife.
The team are also very kind as we arrived late after ...