Questions and Answers
When do you run beginner lessons?
Most Saturday mornings from mid-March to end of October
Will I be able to do it first time?
Yes! Stand Up Paddle boarding is not a difficult sport. Virtually none of our clients fall in - and any dunkings that have occurred are almost always due to over-exuberance (and thus entirely avoidable if you want to stay dry!). We guarantee that you'll be on your feet and paddling within your first session.
Do I need water sports experience? Would it make a difference?
No, previous water sports experience is an advantage, but it will not make a significant difference. You will still be SUPing by the end of the lesson!
What equipment do the SUPer Club School provide for the lesson?
We provide the boards, leashes, paddles and buoyancy aids but you will be expected to bring along any personal equipment that you require such as: Trainers that can get wet or wetsuit booties and a towel (just in case).
What are the class sizes?
There will be at least one fully qualified Instructor taking the class with a maximum of 8 students to a class as we feel this is the maximum to operate safely.
Where is the teaching location?
Our SUP lessons take place at Thames Sailing Club in Surbiton on the quiet waters of the River Thames with some great back drops.
What if I can't swim?
Like any water sport, it is highly recommended that you can swim. However, we have buoyancy aids and will ensure that you go no deeper than chest high in the water should you be unfortunate enough to fall in.
What qualifications do your instructors have?
We have qualified instructors and abide by the high international standards for SUP school operations.
Once I have completed the SUP Lesson, what's next?
Now that you can SUP safely and in control, you can enrol in our TSC as a SUP member.
Where are the Club Paddles
Our home water is on the Thames in Surbiton where we teach.