Intro to Stand Up Paddling Lesson
- Duration: 60 Minutes (approx.)
- Location: Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
The Intro to Stand Up Paddling Lessons is a great opportunity to bring people together and get outdoors! This immersive experience offers an opportunity for each participant to paddle their own board and take the risk of falling in the water. A full 60 minutes of learning and applying paddling skills with the support of a guide! No experienced needed!
This outdoor adventure includes a 15 minute land-based lesson and a 45 minute guided lesson on the open water. While exploring the shores of Pilot Bay, we can offer the chance to race OR participate in a paddle board challenge created by us! Shortly after, we paddle back to base.
Intro to SUP Lesson
- Land-based lesson and a guided tour of Pilot Bay
- Safety briefing and preparations before departing
- Enter the water safely and apply the paddling technique
- Paddle past the shores of Pilot Bay and near the boundary line of Mauao, Mount Maunganui.
- Develop paddling technique, including steering tips and how to recover after a fall into the water.
- Learn more about Mauao and what's happening at present.
- Building confidence and comfortability
- Return back to base!
Included
- Stand up paddle board
- A life jacket
- A paddle
- Leg rope
Meet onsite. You can find us halfway along Pilot Bay, close to the public toilets. Look out for the orange tent.
Important Information Before Booking
- A moderate level of fitness is required to participate.
- Be prepared to get wet.
- There will be a safe space to leave belongings while you paddle.
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