At Aqueous SUP, we are your go-to hub for all things paddleboarding! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, we’ve got a course tailored just for you. In this blog, we’ll give you the inside scoop on our current course offerings, from foundational skills to advanced techniques and safety training. Let’s dive in!
We’ll start with our progressive courses. They are skill-based and designed to guide you through a comprehensive learning journey, each course building upon the last. You’ll start with gaining a solid foundation of essential skills such as balancing, basic paddle strokes and gear essentials. As you advance, you’ll refine those skills, learn more advanced techniques and improve your ability to handle diverse conditions and maneuvering. Each stage is crafted to enhance your skills progressively, ensuring a seamless transition from beginner to expert.
SUP Basic Course
This is your SUP launchpad. Our SUP Basic course is designed for those who are new to the sport and eager to learn or if you are looking to refresh those foundational skills. If you’ve ever wanted to try paddleboarding or didn’t know where to start, this is the ideal course for you. Our supportive instructor will make sure you feel comfortable and confident as you take your first steps or refresh those basic skills on the water.
What You’ll Discover:
- Board and Gear Basics: Get familiar with the essential equipment, including your board and paddle.
- Fundamental Techniques: Learn how to maintain balance, execute basic paddling strokes, and navigate gentle waters.
- Safety Essentials: Understand the key safety practices and procedures to ensure a fun and secure paddling experience.
SUP Intermediate Course
Let’s sharpen those skills with our SUP Intermediate course. Once you’ve got a handle on the basics, this course will help refine those foundational skills and take your paddleboarding to the next level with new techniques and maneuvers. This course is perfect for paddlers who want to refine their technique and explore new challenges with greater confidence.
What You’ll Learn:
- Intermediate Strokes and Maneuvers: Learn new techniques such as bracing, lateral
movement, static and dynamic draws, and maneuvering on the go. - Efficient Paddling Technique: Improve your efficiency and speed on the water..
- Enhanced Balance and Movement: Focus on footwork and develop greater stability and control on your board.
SUP Advanced Course
Master your craft with our SUP Advanced course. This course is tailored for those who are ready to push their limits and explore the more intricate aspects of SUP. We review the basic
and intermediate skills and then focus on honing your paddling efficiency while adding high-level techniques. If you’re aiming to excel and possibly compete, this course will help you reach your full potential on the water.
What You’ll Achieve:
- Advanced Strokes and Maneuvers: Improve your technique with advanced paddling strokes and maneuvers such as the pivot turn, cross-stepping, pries, cross-nose draw and more.
- Performance Drills: Master high-level paddling techniques with fun obstacles and drills.
- Navigational Skills: Tackle different water conditions, maneuvering, and learn how to read the water effectively.
Because safety is so important to us and at the heart of what we do, we have two courses dedicated to this topic. One is a basic course that offers paddlers all the essentials you need to know about safety. The second one is our comprehensive course that builds on the basic adding more advanced topics, such as mitigating/assessing risks and hazards, and tows and rescues. If you are not ready for rescues, but want to be prepared on the water, the Safety
Basic course would be perfect for you.
SUP Safety Basic Course
Safety is paramount and a huge part of our paddling philosophy. The SUP Safety Basic course is essential for anyone looking to understand and manage basic safety protocols on the water. Whether you’re a newer or a seasoned paddler, this course ensures that you’re well-prepared to enjoy SUP safely and responsibly.
What You’ll Learn:
- Emergency Protocols: Learn how to handle common emergencies and safety procedures.
- Self-Rescue Techniques: Learn how to fall properly and practice methods for getting back on your board.
- Gear Familiarity: Understand the essential safety gear and its use.
SUP Safety & Rescue Course
This is our comprehensive safety training designed for those who want to deepen their understanding of safety techniques and rescue scenarios. Our SUP Safety & Rescue course offers in-depth training for managing more complex situations and assisting others. It builds on the basic course. While this course does not include first aid training, it focuses on mitigating risks and handling emergencies effectively. This course is ideal for group leaders or anyone with prior experience who wants to be thoroughly prepared for all aspects of water safety and how to help others.
What You’ll Master:
- Rescue Techniques and Tows: Learn how to handle more challenging rescue scenarios and assist fellow paddlers.
- Emergency Response: Gain skills in responding to emergencies specific to paddleboarding scenarios.
- Risk Mitigation Strategies: Learn how to manage safety effectively, group dynamics, and identify and handle potential hazards.
Why Choose Aqueous SUP?
At Aqueous SUP, we’re passionate about paddleboarding and committed to providing exceptional instruction in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Our expert instructor is here to guide you through every stroke and turn, ensuring you get the most out of your time on the water. With our diverse range of courses, we have something for everyone!
Ready to hit the water? Check out our course schedule and sign up today. Join the Aqueous SUP community and experience the thrill of paddleboarding with confidence. If you have any questions or need more information about our courses, feel free to reach out. We’re here to help you embark on your paddleboarding adventure! See you on the water!