Guided Trips
SUP Tour - Intermediate to Advanced - Adult
This is the perfect 90-minute session for those of you that are no stranger to SUP, but would love the opportunity to paddle on the Fowey estuary (a tidal river) with a fully qualified and insured instructor.
Our instructors have first-hand knowledge of the river, its history and abundant wildlife, to be seen through the ever-changing seasons and landscape of the river banks.
Your session includes board hire and buoyancy aid, or bring your own. Buoyancy aids are required regardless of experience levels.
We recommend a wet suit as you will be getting wet! if you have your own bring it along. We have a stock of generic GUL wetsuits that can be hired at £5 per adult and £3 per child and these can be reserved at point of booking. (Please note sizing is unisex and we only have a limited stock of shorties for children, smallest wet shoe is a 4) Bring your own where possible!
This is a mixed group session with an instructor to paddler ration of 6:1
Adult sessions, minimum age 16 plus
*Please note that you MUST be able to confidential stand on a paddle board for 2hrs or more. If you are unable to do this, please contact this office for the best SUP session for you. Instructors reserve the right to not allow beginners on this session for safety reasons.
NO DOGS - On SUP Boards
PRIVATE SESSIONS ONLY BETWEEN NOVEMBER & MARCH - Please call 07792-062471 for bookings
New to SUP - Beginner
Always wanted to try your hand at Stand Up Paddleboarding? Then this is the session for you!
Our 1.5hr, beginner lesson created for those who have never tried paddleboarding before, including a land-based induction and safety briefing followed by a water-based skill session, all under the watchful eye of your fully qualified and insured instructor.
Launching from the Boatshed in Golant onto the stunning river Fowey, this session includes paddle board hire, buoyancy aids.
We recommend a wetsuit as you will be getting wet! if you have your own bring it along. We have a stock of generic GUL/Sola wetsuits that can be hired at £5 per adult and £3 per child and these can be reserved at point of booking. Wet shoes are a must! (Please note wetsuit sizing is generic, we only have shorties for the youngsters and smallest size is a 4 in wet shoes)
Minimum SUP age 10 years.
This is an inclusive mixed ability group session for all age and fitness levels.
Instructor ratio 6:1.
NO DOGS - on SUP Boards
Parking - Please note that there has been a price increase to the pay and display bays on the Slipway you will now need £3 change for up to 4 hours (coins only)
Into the Drink - ADULT SUP Party 1.5 HRS
Get together with friends and family and celebrate your special occassion on the water, learn a new skill and enjoy the ever changing scenery and wildlife on the Stunning Fowey estuary.
You and your party will venture out on the water after a land based induction to try your hand at Stand Up paddleboarding!, and thats where the fun begins...
Kneeling, standing and paddle techniques will form part of you 90 minute session followed by some fun and games, and getting wet is guaranteed.
Session includes board hire, buoyancy aids and wetsuits if required.
Min group size 5+, Minimum age 16 years. Price is per person.
Join us in The Boatshed cafe afterwards for refreshments !
1-2-1 Tuition - Beginner to Advanced
Want to learn the art of Stand-Up paddle Boarding with your own dedicated instructor? Then a 121 could be just what you are looking for.
Spend 90 minutes out on the stunning Fowey estuary under the watchful eye of your fully qualified and insured instructor who will take you through water safety and a land-based induction before taking you out onto the river to learn kneeling, standing and paddle techniques. If you are a seasoned SUPer, and would like to learn more about advanced paddling technique, board tec and equipment, your instructor will tailor a session for you.
A 121 ensures you will be given the attention you require to master the art of stand-up paddle boarding.
Your session includes board hire, buoyancy aid. We recommend a wetsuit as you will be getting wet! If you have your own bring it along. We have a stock of generic GUL/Sola wetsuits that can be hired at £5 per adult and £3 per child and these can be reserved at point of booking. (Please note sizing is generic)
Minimum age 10 years, mixed ability levels
NO DOGS - On SUP Boards
PRIVATE SESSIONS ONLY BETWEEN NOVEMBER & MARCH - Please call 07792-062471
Junior SUP Party - 1.5hrs
The ideal opportunity to get the kids out on the water for 90 minutes of skill based training and FUN!!!
Each session includes a water safety briefing as well as a skill based session followed by some classic "Board" games including, walking the boards and SUP dodgems
Garanteed fun for all, with lots of laughter and everyone (including your instructor) is getting wet.
Minimum age 10 years, minimum group size 5. Must be able to swim at least 50 meters unaided. Boards and buoyancy aids required, shorties wetsuits available if required.
If you wish to add refreshments to your booking we are happy to help out at The Boatshed cafe where we can arrange refreshments after your session.
Paddle Cornwall SUP holds a current AALA license which means parental supervision on the water is not required. All of our instructors hold an enhanced DBS and safeguarding certificate.
MEGA SUP SESSION
Supervised MEGA SUP Session: Head out onto the stunning River Fowey Estuary for what has to be the most fun you can have in a wetsuit!!
You will need team work and co-ordination and we can guarantee NO ONE is staying dry!
Your instructor will be there to guide and advise you to ensure you get the most out of your 2 hour session.
Group Sizes - Minimum 4 and Maximum 8, your lead paddler must be 18 years of age or over, and agree to wearing the leash.
Please call the office to book your date and launch time, and if you prefer "Hire" only, this can be arranged 👍 Special family rates avaliable, children minimum age 5 years, must be at least two adults in the group.
SUP Self-Rescue and Safety
We are introducing our BRAND-NEW SUP Self-Rescue and Safety session for 2023. These practice sessions are for intermediate paddlers who are happy to get wet! We will help you learn some fundamental safety skills whilst helping to build confidence. We will cover:
- Self-rescue
- Towing
- Wind and tide skills
- Rescue of a friend
- Leash discussion
- The SUP flip!
We recommend a wetsuit as you will be getting wet! If you have your own bring it along. We have a stock of generic GUL/Sola wetsuits that can be hired at £5 per person and these can reserved at point of booking. (Please note sizing is generic for wetsuits, we only have a limited range of childrens shorties and smallest wetshoe is a 4)
This is a mixed ability group session with a minimum age of 10 years
Instructor ration 6:1
NO DOGS - on SUP Boards
SUP Skills - Intermediate (the next step…)
The next step in your stand up paddle boarding journey!
Following on from our beginner 'New 2 SUP' session, 'SUP Skills' will help you to explore and progress both your SUP knowledge and confidence from our base in Golant on the stunning Fowey estuary.
This 2hr session is learner lead and run by fully qualified L3 British Canoeing SUP Coaches and L2 BSUPA instructors. You will be introduced to a variety of different paddle techniques, board skills and safety, as well as advice in regards to equipment and clothing.
SEYCHELLE SUP - 2 hour Stroke Technique Clinic with Seychelle SUP
SUPER EXCITED ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!
The amazing SEYCELLE SUP will be leading a 2-hour standup paddle clinic on land and on the water here at Encounter Cornwall!!
Seycelle will go over paddle stroke technique step by step on land then practice drills on the water designed to improve your stroke efficiency, power, and speed. She will also discuss best practices and stroke adjustments to modify for and prevent injuries.
This is the essential Seychelle SUP stroke clinic. Come with an open body and mind, ready to try and to learn new things.
Bring all of your SUP stroke questions, your board, paddle, leash, and water.
This clinic is for all level paddlers from novice to advanced who have a love of this sport and desire to progress, but not for complete beginners.
Spaces are limited. Pre-registration is required.
Date: 30th May 2024
Time: 10.30am
Location : Encounter Cornwall
Price: £80pp
About your coach: Seychelle is a 2 x World Champion standup paddle athlete and coach. She helps paddlers confidently improve their standup paddle stroke technique to paddle faster, longer, and pain-free! She is the founder of the SUP STROKE SCHOOL and creator of the Seychelle SUP training app. Seychelle is visiting the UK from Melbourne Beach, FL with her family. You can find more info about Seychelle at seychellesup.com or by downloading the Seychelle SUP app
* Child prices are for under 16s
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