A better way to find your balance.
An hour learning to paddle in the sheltered V&A Waterfront canals, with patient, hands-on instruction from the team at Battery Park.
Your first SUP lesson.
Begin with basic board positioning, balance and paddle technique, then head onto the canals with your instructor. The session is intended for people discovering SUP and those who want focused feedback on their existing technique.
Meet your instructor
Start with the equipment and an explanation of the Waterfront canal guidelines.
Find your footing
Practise standing, paddling, steering, falling in and getting back aboard with individual feedback.
Explore together
Put the skills into practice on the calmer canals, with your instructor nearby.
Everything you need.
Nothing complicated.
- SUP board, paddle and required safety equipment
- On-water coaching and feedback
- Canal safety introduction
- Advice tailored to your ability and goals
The published lesson detail specifies age 16 or older, reasonable fitness and swimming ability. Check with the team about younger paddlers.
Swimwear or comfortable clothes that can get wet, with a spare change if needed.
Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and a towel.
The SUP Cape Town shop at Battery Park, on the V&A Waterfront canals.
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