Experiences

Paddle Boarding Lessons

  • 1.5-hour paddle boarding lesson with a qualified Instructor
  • Learn how to Paddle Board on the peaceful River Stour. Great for beginners
  • Learn how to self rescue and how to keep yourself safe on the water
  • These are group sessions, max 6 per group (min 3) of similar abilities
  • These sessions are available on certain mid weekdays each month. Days to be confirmed on enquiry.

Prices – £45

PLEASE ARRIVE TO YOUR SESSION AT LEAST 15 MINUTES EARLY AND READY TO GO ON THE WATER.

For enquiries and to book lessons, please email us at info@thepaddlecompany.co.uk

What is covered in the Lesson?

Lesson start on dry land – Land Drills – Approx 10 mins

  • Introductions
  • Key Safety on the water briefing
  • Explaining the Kit
  • Different types of Paddle positions (Prone/Kneeling/Standing)
  • Self Rescue – Falling Safely/Getting back on
  • How to paddle

On the water – Approx 80 mins

  • Prone/Kneel/Standing Paddling
  • Self Rescue – Falling Safely/Getting back on
  • Learning to Paddle
  • Learning different strokes and turning techniques

Experience Overview

The ins and outs of an evening paddle

Safety

Optional buoyancy aid

Duration

Sessions from 90 mins

Board length

3200mm

Supervised

Activity

Minimum age

12 years old

Location

The Henny Swan

Useful info

Supervision & restrictions

We offer both Supervised and unsupervised sessions. Please check out the details on the experience page before booking.

Before every session we will provide a safety and paddle briefing

Who is it suitable for?

This sport is suitable for ages 7 and over.

If you have younger children, they can go on the front of the board with you. You will need to supply a life jacket for anyone under the age of 7.

You don’t have to stand up, you can sit or kneel on these boards.

Safety information

Buoyancy aids are recommended and must be worn at all times.

All participants must be able to swim; we do not recommend Paddle Boarding for non-swimmers.

You cannot be under the influence of alcohol whilst on the paddle board.

Children under the age of 18 must be always accompanied by an adult

Additional info

We supply the board, paddle, Buoyancy aid, Wetsuit shoes. We also have dry bags and phone cases if required.

Bring a change of clothes – Just in case!

Please turn up 15 minutes before your booking for a safety and paddle briefing.
Wetsuits not available

If you want to eat or drink at The Henny Swan, please contact them directly. Note: Due to COVID they do have certain rules that need to be followed. Please check with them.

Book This Experience

For enquiries and to book lessons, please email us at info@thepaddlecompany.co.uk