Who This Course Is For

– Confident paddleboarders with open water / river experience
– Able to paddle independently and cover moderate distances upwards of 4kms with good board handling skills.
– Looking to develop skills for the sea (wind, swell, tides)

What You’ll Learn

– Understanding tides, swell, and coastal conditions
– Paddling in wind, chop, and moving water
– Launching & landing in small surf
– Planning safe coastal routes
– Identifying hazards and making good decisions
– Essential safety and rescue skills
– Marine Ecology and how to respect marine animals.

What to Expect

Day 1: Build your understanding of the coastal environment and develop core skills in safe conditions – Plan the following days paddle with guidance
Day 2: Complete a guided coastal journey, Contextualizing theories and physical skills learnt on day 1.

You’ll spend plenty of time on the water with hands-on coaching in real conditions.

Outcomes of the course

– Feel confident paddling in light coastal conditions
– Understand how to read weather and tides
– Be able to plan and undertake a short coastal paddle safely
– Handle your board in wind, chop, and small waves

Course Conditions

Suitable for light to moderate conditions with waves and gentle tidal movement (2knts) – The courses venue could be subject to change if conditions exceed safety limits.

What to Bring

• Paddleboard, paddle & quick release belt – leash
  – Buoyancy aid (PFD)
  – Appropriate clothing for immersion – wetsuit/ drysuits/ splits
  – Water, snacks & dry bag
• Sun protection
• Change of clothes
• Shoes to wear whilst out on the sea
• Warm layers
• Personal medication
  (Equipment may be available to hire—please check when booking.)

Ratio: 1:4

Small group sizes ensure plenty of coaching and a safe learning environment.