Before you come
Bring swimwear, a towel and shoes you don’t mind getting wet. The board, paddle, wetsuit and buoyancy aid are all included. You don’t need to be especially fit or a strong swimmer to have a go.
Your first session
- Kneel first. Most people start on their knees to get a feel for the board.
- Stand up. Your instructor will show you how. Most people are standing within the hour.
- Paddle and steer. Forward strokes, turning, and stopping.
- Fall in. It happens, and the lake is shallow enough to stand up in much of it.
After the taster
Once you’re comfortable, board hire lets you explore at your own pace. The Paddle UK Start to Paddle and Discover Paddle awards build the skills to paddle independently, and SUP Safer is a good course for anyone who has just bought their own board.
Got your own board? A lake membership gets you on the water all year, with changing rooms and hot showers.