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"Stand-Up Paddle Instructor Lauren Eisenberg training for Battle of the Paddle race at Lake Tahoe"
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GET UP, STAND UP!!!... Stand Up Paddle Board Lessons
Experience the fastest growing sport in the world while enjoying the beauty of the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Definition: (aka SUP, Sweeping) a relatively new paddling sport whereby the paddler stands up on a board similar to a surf board. The paddler and the board are propelled across the top of the water by the use of a long single-bladed paddle.

We provide the board, paddle, wetsuit and instruction and all you do is say YES!!

We offer group and private lessons. We can come to your beach of choice or you can meet us at our big blue lesson & rental trailer located at Cowell's Beach.

Live your dream to Stand Up Paddle! Let stand up paddling enhance your life! It is one of the most peaceful, exhilarating, healthy, and natural experiences available while achieving complete balance and total fitness!

See what a difference professional SUP instruction and the latest technology can make.

Beginner Group SUP Lesson:
  In this one or two hour lesson we introduce Stand Up Paddle (SUP) fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, board positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding techniques. We have both Open Groups and Private Groups available by reservation. Form your own private group with 3 or more. Larger group discounts are available upon request for groups of 6 participants or more. Special sessions for women or men only, wedding parties, bachelor/ette, parties, corporate team building, school groups, church groups, birthday parties, Yoga and Stand-Up Paddling retreats are also available.
• Price: 2 hour lesson $85 per person (Ages 12 and up) | Sign Up >
• Price: 1 hour group lesson $65 per person (Ages 12 and up) | Sign Up >
(* A group consist of 3 or more students.)


Group Follow-up SUP Lesson:
  One or Two hour Group Follow-Up Lessons are designed for anyone who has previously taken any SUP lesson with us. Improve Your Skills! Join other students to receive more helpful tips from our Master Instructors using our specially designed boards.
• Price: $65 per person (Ages 12 and up) | Sign Up >


Semi-Private SUP Lesson:

   This is specifically for the Stand Up Paddler who wants to learn to ride waves and learn the intricate dynamics of the surf zone. In this Semi Private Lesson we will cover:
  • How waves form and why they break the way they do.
  • SUP Surf Etiquette,
  • Getting in and out of the surf safely
  • going over and through white water and breaking waves.
  • Proper paddle techniques for catching and riding waves.
  • Wave riding techniques: Turns, cutbacks, reentries pocket rides, tube rides, nose rides and more!
  • How to safely handle your equipment in breaking waves and much more.
 We will even help you figure out what is the best equipment for you to use and help you save money when you purchase your own gear.

• Price: One-Hour lesson: $100 per person with two or more (ages 9 and up) | Sign Up >
• Price: $120 per person (ages 9 and up) | Sign Up >
• Price: w/Ed: $130 per person (ages 9 and up) | Sign Up >


Private Surfing Instruction:

   This is specifically for the Stand Up Paddler who wants to learn to ride waves and learn the intricate dynamics of the surf zone. In this Private Lesson we will cover:
  • How waves form and why they break the way they do.
  • SUP Surf Etiquette,
  • Getting in and out of the surf safely
  • going over and through white water and breaking waves.
  • Proper paddle techniques for catching and riding waves.
  • Wave riding techniques: Turns, cutbacks, reentries pocket rides, tube rides, nose rides and more!
  • How to safely handle your equipment in breaking waves and much more.
 We will even help you figure out what is the best equipment for you to use and help you save money when you purchase your own gear.

• Price: $110 per hour (all ages) | Sign Up >
• Price w/Ed: $130 per hour (all ages)
| Sign Up >


Skill Level Descriptions:

Beginner: wave dynamics, ocean safety, foot and body placement on board, basic paddling technique, surf etiquette.

Intermediate: wave judgment, longer paddles further out from shorline, different paddling techniques.

Advanced: footwork to walk board depending on conditions, negotiating currents, winds and small swells.

Getting There (click map to enlarge)

Surf Cowell's

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