Learn to ‘Walk on Water’ with the fastest growing water sport in the world! Stand Up Paddling is so popular because everyone can do it and it offers such a unique perspective on the water. It is a great workout that challenges your balance, core and all your muscles from your feet to your fingertips!
Below Are Some Frequently Asked Questions:
Where can you SUP and where do the lessons take place?
When can we schedule an SUP lesson?
What can I expect to learn in a Novice/Beginner lesson? (Ideal in flat water)
What can I expect to learn in an Advanced lesson or tour? (In surf & rivers)
Do I need to bring any equipment? I don’t have an SUP!
What are the benefits of SUPing?
Can I purchase boards, wetsuits and accessories from Surf Ontario?
Where can you SUP and where do the lessons take place?
>> Zone 1 -
Sample Lesson Locations: Cherry Beach | Frenchman's Bay Pickering | Scarborough Bluff's | Ashbridge's Bay | Lake Wilcox | Sunnyside Beach | Marie Curtis Park
>> Eastern Ontario
Sample Lesson Locations: Perth (in town Tay River, Last Duel Park) surrounding area, Otty Lake, Pike Lake, Rock Lake, Black Lake, Crosby Lake, Christie Lake | Burnstown & Calabogie (White Lake and the Madawaska River (public beach front in Burnstown) | Westport and surrounding area
>> Zone 2 -
Sample Lesson Locations: Oakville | Lake Scugog | Lake Simcoe | Wasaga Beach | Bayfield Lake Huron | Port Dover | Port Colborne | Crystal Beach | Niagara | Hamilton | Burlington | Oakville | Mississauga
>> Zone 3
Sample Lesson Locations: Port Stanley | Grand Bend | Kincardine | Bruce Peninsula | Muskoka Lakes | Parry Sound
Near a body of water that could work for an SUP lesson? Let us know and possibly we can meet there!
When can we schedule an SUP lesson?
On weekdays and weekends, anytime from May through October.
If you are comfortable in the water, this is for you. Bring your friends to share
in the fun!
SUP lessons are one hour.
What can I expect to learn in a Novice/Beginner lesson? (Ideal in flat water)
• Safety precautions and lake currents
• Surf etiquette
• Dry land – warming up for your SUP session
• How to paddle prone, kneeling, and standing
• Paddling technique for an efficient stroke
• Turning and bracing strokes
• Board and wetsuit recommendations
What can I expect to learn in an Advanced lesson or tour? (In surf & rivers)
• Surf etiquette and lake currents
• Your surfing stance, how to ride, trim & use your paddle to help turns on the wave face
• How to paddle out through the white wash in the surf
• Pivot turns
• Catching waves – wave selection and how to paddle into them
• River tours down and upstream
• Board and wetsuit recommendations
Rates depend on where you would like to do the lesson in Ontario and how many people are in
your party.
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Do I need to bring any equipment? I don’t have an SUP!
All equipment is provided by Surf Ontario. Your SUP Surfboard, wax, wetsuit (if needed), and leash is provided by Surf Ontario.
What are the benefits of SUPing?
• Surf Stoke!
• An exhilarating feeling and adrenaline rush; only a surfer knows the feeling!
• A great workout
• An unforgettable experience
• Fun in the sun
Can I purchase boards, wetsuits and accessories from Surf Ontario?
Yes – click this link to the online store.
No problem. Send us an email or give us a shout and we will be more than happy to answer any of your questions.
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To book a lesson, click here.
