​Paddle Canada Certified Instruction

​Our courses follow the Paddle Canada curriculum for SUP skills. We currently offer Basic SUP and Advanced Flatwater Skills. After completing Advanced Flatwater Skills, and with appropriate practice, you can pursue training in the River, Surf, and Touring skill trees. More information on Paddle Canada, and the full SUP skills tree, is available here.

Note for Used SUP buyers: ​Basic SUP Skills training is available free of charge for those who purchase a used SUP from the Shop. Don't worry if you take the course first, we'll be happy to refund the course cost if you buy a board during the same paddling season. If you desire more training than Basic SUP, we can offer Basic SUP + Advanced  Flatwater Skills at a 50% discount instead. Course timing is subject to instructor availability.

Course Details

Basic SUP Skills

Dates: Private lessons by request, group lesson dates TBA
2 hours — $95 for 1 person or $75/person for groups (2 to 6 participants)
Up to 6 participants
Ages 16+ (contact for younger group options)

Introduces students to the sport of stand up paddleboarding. We focus on safety, launching, kneeling, standing up, basic paddle strokes, and FUN.

Basic SUP Skills Topics - Chart Courtesy of Paddle Canada

Basic SUP + Advanced Flatwater Skills

Dates: Private lessons by request, group lesson dates TBA
4.5 hours — $145 for 1 person or $125/person for groups (2 to 6 participants)
Up to 6 participants
​Ages 16+ (contact for younger group option)

Covers and expands on the topics learned in Basic SUP Skills. Focusing on more advanced strokes, foot positioning, and paddling in adverse conditions. 

A paddle of greater distance may also be included depending on the conditions, skill level of the group, and available time.

Advanced Flatwater Skills Topics - Chart Courtesy of Paddle Canada

WHAT TO BRING

We provide stand up paddleboards, paddles, life jackets, leashes and other safety equipment.

Students should bring the following:

• ​Paddle specific clothing (wetsuit or drysuit recommended; moisture wicking top and bottom works for warmer weather/water)
• Footwear that can get wet and not fall off (water shoes/booties, not sandals)
• Water repellent jacket shell
• Hat, sunglasses (with strap), waterproof sunblock, bug repellent
• Water bottle, lunch (for full day courses)
• Towel and dry clothes

LESSON LOCATION

The primary lesson location for 2021 will be Spring Lake. It offers pristine water and sheltered areas for instruction; just over half an hour west of Edmonton. There is a signed grass parking area on the inside of the bend along Waters Crescent. Facilities are limited at this location, so arrive dressed and ready for the water if possible. Don't worry, the lake is worth it!

Spring Lake features clear, sheltered water and a scenic island backdrop

Facilities are limited, but that also means no crowds

Signed public parking

Alternate Locations
Other options can be chosen based on the expected conditions. These can include Hermitage Park for Basic SUP, or Seba Beach for Advanced Flatwater Skills. If you booking a private lesson, contact us with your favorite lake in the greater Edmonton region, and we will try to accommodate it.

Hermitage Park

Hermitage Park is easily accessed from Yellowhead Trail: exit north onto Victoria Trail, turn right onto Hermitage Road, stay right upon entering the park; there will be parking near the dock.

Seba Beach

Seba Beach is nestled on the west side of Wabamun Lake. There is beach and dock access, with a sheltered cove within paddling distance. To get there from Edmonton (~50 minutes): travel west on Yellowhead Trail/Hwy 16, take Exit 306/Hwy 31 south to Seba Beach, turn left on 4 St S (before the mini golf course), turn right on 1 Ave S, the public docks will be on the left.  

SUNSET POINt

Sunset Point is located just north of Alberta Beach on Lac Ste. Anne. The local park (Klinkhammer Park) provides parking, toilet facilities and convenient access to the water. To get there from Edmonton (~45 minutes): travel west on Yellowhead Trail/Hwy 16, take Exit 340/Hwy 43 north (sign to Whitecourt), turn left (west) onto Hwy 633, turn right onto Range Road 32 (sign to Alberta Beach), stay left at Museum Road, turn right at the stop sign (50 Avenue), and the park will be on the left. Coordinates for Google Maps: ​53.685549, -114.349968

The parking lot access is immediately BEFORE the park