SUP Courses

Introduction to SUP - $60 per person

This course is offered every Saturday and Sunday morning in Deep Cove.  I am not always the instructor but I have some excellent staff who are experienced paddlers and instructors who can  get you onto a board and give you the skills you need to enjoy this sport to the fullest!

Call 604-929-2268 to register.

 Advanced Flatwater Paddling Skills Clinic  - $95 per person

This 3 hour course introduces novice SUP Paddlers to the skills needed to progress into more dynamic water conditions. Learn the proper technique for pivot turns, bracing, catching waves and downwind paddling.  This course is also the pre-requisite for becoming a Flatwater SUP Instructor.  

Stroke Efficiency Clinic: Racing or Touring - $75  per person per hour                        Proper technique in your forward stroke will allow you to become a faster and more efficient paddler.  With 1 on 1 coaching and video analysis we can improve your stroke and efficiency on the water.

3 hour sessions available upon request

Paddle Canada Flatwater SUP Instructor Course - $350 per person

Learn the tips and tricks of the trade in this 2.5 day course.  Becoming an instructor will give you a greater understanding of all of the basic and intermediate flatwater skills.  Become certified to teach lessons under the Paddle Canada Instructor program.

Ocean Navigation for Stand Up Paddlers - $95 per person

Learn the skills needed to safely navigate and paddle in the ocean.  This course will provide paddlers with the knowledge needed to read marine charts and understand marine weather forecasts.  These skills will make you a safer paddler and allow you to have more fun out on the water. 

Intro to River SUP - $110 per person

River paddling is a great way to challenge yourself in a new and exciting environment.  In this course we will learn the basic skills needed to choose appropriate rivers to paddle and how to stay safe on the water. This half day course will take place in the lower mainland depending on water levels and conditions.

Dates to be confirmed: Late May/Early June

Skookumchuck Rapids:  SUP Surf Course - $350 per person

Have you ever wanted to surf a wave for 5 minutes?  The standing wave at Skookumchuck gives you that opportunity.  Learn the basics of understanding tidal currents and how to safely paddle in this environment.  This multi-day course includes flatwater training and a multi-day trip to the Sunshine Coast to experience stand up surfing at Skook!

Dates to be confirmed: Spring 2015