Stand Up Paddleboarding in North America

We offer a wonderful thirty minute paddle board lesson with an experienced guide and then let you enjoy a hour and half on Lady Bird Lake to practice at your own pace. Paddle board training is the first step to surfing. This small group tour includes all equipment needed for the adventure.

See West Indian manatees in their native environment on this 3-hour tour in Crystal River, a town on Florida's Gulf Coast. With a guide, you'll explore Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, and you'll have the chance to snorkel to see the manatees in the waters of Kings Bay. Wetsuits, equipment, and beverages are provided.

Master the basic techniques of SUP (stand-up paddle boarding) during a 1.5-hour class in Cabo San Lucas. Under the guidance of an expert instructor, you'll learn to stand steadily on your board and paddle like a professional. Once you feel confident, you'll spend the second half of your lesson paddling along Medano Bay - a stunning stretch of coastline flanked by white sands. All equipment and refreshments are included.

This half-day standup paddleboard trip takes you 5.5 miles along the Colorado River. After the first stretch, stop at the Historical River Gaugers home site, where you can take a short hike to a scenic overlook above the river. Paddle on to Emerald Cave, looking out for interesting flora and fauna along the way. Have lunch on a beach before heading back down the river.

Only in Nashville can you ride a paddle board right through downtown, combining a nature high with skyline views. Head down the Cumberland River and catch views of Riverfront Park and other Nashville sights. Your guide gives brief instructions and includes all necessary equipment, making this tour suitable for newbies and experienced paddlers alike.

Learn the tricks and techniques of one of Hawaii's most popular water sports with a private stand-up paddle boarding lesson on Waikiki Beach. During the 1.5-hour session, get an overview of equipment and balancing techniques while still on dry land, and then paddle out into the clear, warm waters of the Pacific Ocean to put your new skills into action. With the guidance of a professional instructor, you'll be standing up no time and gliding along the water's surface with ease.

Stand up paddle boarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the world, and Maui is an ideal place to learn how to stand on water. Unlike spots on the southern coast that are packed and crowded with paddlers, this North Shore location has more green sea turtles than other people out paddling. Led by an instructor with a rich passion for the ocean, learn the basics of proper paddling and how to balance on the board - all skill levels are welcome. Cruise down the coast on your board, buoyed by the wind, before finishing back near the shop.

Learn how to stand-up paddle on the waves of Waikiki beach. During this 1-hour private lesson, enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide who will get you upright and paddling in no time. Get a fantastic arm and core workout and see the sights of Waikiki from your aquatic vantage point. No experience necessary, but you must be a proficient swimmer. Photo and video services are available; use of paddle board is included.

Are you a yogi looking for a challenge? This 90-minute yoga class takes you not to the mat, but to Cabo San Lucas Bay - on top of a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). Learn all the moves first on Medano Beach before you paddle out and try them on the water. Admire views of the beach and the Arch as you exercise in this unique environment. This class is suitable for both beginning- and intermediate-level yoga practitioners.

Learn how to stand-up paddle on the waves of Waikiki beach with a small group of 2 to 5 people. During this 1-hour, small-group lesson, enjoy the personalized attention of an expert instructor who will get you upright and paddling in no time. Get a fantastic arm and core workout and see the sights of Waikiki from your aquatic vantage point. No experience necessary, but you must be a proficient swimmer. Photo and video services are available; use of paddle board is included.

Learn how to stand-up paddleboard with a small group in the waves off Waikiki Beach during this 2-hour lesson. Go through a lesson on ocean safety and paddleboard basics on land, then hit the water to learn balance and paddle techniques. All equipment provided.

Explore Charleston's harbor and historic sights on a 2-hour stand-up paddleboard tour with an experienced guide and instructor. Learn to steer your board, then paddle alongside a small group on a route that changes with the season. Cruise past island forts that saw decisive battles in the Civil War, and take in views of the stunning Ravenel Bridge's diamond-shaped towers. Experience stand-up paddleboarding for the first time, or brush up your skills with help from an instructor on a tour that combines the best of Charleston's culture and natural beauty.

Try something new (or practice something you already love) with this 2-hour private standup-paddleboard lesson in Honolulu. Meet at Waikiki Beach to grab your equipment, and sit through a short safety briefing. Then, follow the lead of your instructor to become more familiar with the basics of standup paddleboarding before he or she sets you out on your own to ride the Hawaiian waves. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced boarder, your instructor tailors your course to your level.