Intro Sessions

SUP Intro Session (Derwentwater)

This is the essential introduction for those new to paddle boarding , giving you a quality 2 hour session in a small group (max 8) with one of our qualified instructors. The lesson provides you with the foundations, knowledge and technical skills to excel at Stand up Paddle boarding. It’s a fun sociable session and will leave you wanting to get out there and practice your new skills. As part of the session each participant will be provided with a red paddle co board, buoyancy aid and adjustable paddle. We also supply dry bags for your picnic and our instructor will be on hand to guide, coach and keep you safe. Helping you get the most out of your SUP experience.

Wet suits can be hired at an additional cost of £5.

(Under 16’s must be with a participating adult.) Not suitable for Children Under 12

For groups and families with children under 12 we recommend a Private session.

Derwentwater, in the northern Lake District is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Lake District, situated next to the  market town of Keswick. It’s many sheltered bays and islands make it ideal for learning to Stand up paddle.

To find out more, book your session or check availability, click book now.

Stand Up Paddleboarders paddling on a very flat lake at sunset with views of Grisedale pike in the background
Group of paddleboarders with instructor sitting on boards floating in shallows of Ullswater nr Glenridding
Young paddle boarders out on Derwent water with the sun going down over Causey pike
Mum and 3 kids enjoying a paddleboard lesson with Friars crag keswick in the background
Two girls sat smiling on a paddleboard enjoying the sunshine
Kids doing sup water sport in lakes
Stand Up Paddleboarders paddling on a very flat lake at sunset with views of Grisedale pike in the background
From GBP £50.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Derwentwater, Keswick, Cumbria
  • Level: Beginner

Private SUP session (Derwentwater)

Our private guided paddle boarding session are perfect for couples and small groups of either beginners or paddlers wanting to improve or gain confidence on open water. The 2 hour session with one of our qualified instructors can be adapted to suit your requirements, from intro lesson, skills improvement, tour of the islands or a relaxing paddle and a picnic.

As part of the session each participant will be provided with a red paddle co board, buoyancy aid and adjustable paddle. We also supply dry bags for your picnic and our instructor will be on hand to guide, coach and keep you safe. Helping you get the most out of your SUP experience. Wet suits can be hired at an additional cost of £5.  For winter paddling we can also have dry suits for hire.

For larger groups of friends or families we recommend one of our private sessions Private Group SUP session.

Derwentwater, in the northern Lake District is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Lake District, situated next to the  market town of Keswick. It’s many sheltered bays and islands make it ideal for learning to Stand up paddle.

To find out more, book your session or check availability, click book now.

Couple paddleboarding on Derwentwater Keswick
Four people dressed in wetsuits and spray jackets about to go paddleboarding on Derwentwater
Paddle boards lying on board relaxing on Derwentwater with cat bells mountain in the background.
Family sat in the hands sculpture on the west bank of Derwentwater
Girl with prosthetic leg enjoying a Guided paddleboard lesson On Derwentwater
SUP in the lakes
Couple paddleboarding on Derwentwater Keswick
From GBP £65.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Location: Derwentwater, Keswick, Cumbria
  • Level: Beginner/ Intermediate/Advanced

Private Group SUP session Derwentwater

The Derwent water Private SUP session is a guided paddle boarding experience built around you. Ideal for groups of friends, family groups or families with young children. The session is available for groups of 4 to 8 paddlers. For groups of 9 or more, please email us with your requirements.

This fully guided Private SUP session is tailored to your needs. From a basic family SUP introduction, SUP adventure with picnic or technical SUP skills session for paddlers looking to improve their skills, we really can make anything happen just get in touch..

As part of the session each participant will be provided with a red paddle co board, buoyancy aid and adjustable paddle. We also supply dry bags for your picnic and our instructor will be on hand to guide, coach and keep you safe. Helping you get the most out of your SUP experience.

Wet suits can be hired at an additional cost of £5.

Family sup lesson
Mum and 3 kids enjoying a paddleboard lesson with Friars crag keswick in the background
Family on paddleboards
Family swimming in lake
Family sat in the hands sculpture on the west bank of Derwentwater
Family SUP lesson
Family sup lesson
From GBP £60.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Derwentwater, Keswick, Cumbria
  • Level: Beginner/intermediate/advanced

Windermere Private SUP session

For the 2025 Season we will be offering a limited number of private group SUP session from Waterhead, Ambleside. If you don’t find availability on the date you want, drop us a line as we have  the capacity to add a few more dates.

For groups of 9 or more, please email us with your requirements.

This fully guided Private SUP session is tailored to your needs. From a basic family SUP introduction, SUP adventure with picnic or technical SUP skills session for paddlers looking to improve their skills.

As part of the session each participant will be provided with a red paddle co board, buoyancy aid and adjustable paddle. We also supply dry bags for your picnic and our instructor will be on hand to guide, coach and keep you safe. Helping you get the most out of your SUP adventure.

Wet suits can be hired at an additional cost of £5.

Girl with prosthetic leg enjoying a Guided paddleboard lesson On Derwentwater
A large group pf paddleboarders rafted together in a long line on Coniston Water
Paddle boarders enjoying a Tour on Coniston water on a sunny day.
SUP lesson keswick
5 year old paddleboarder learning to paddling on Derwent water with her Mum
From GBP £60.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Water Head, Ambleside, Cumbria
  • Level: Beginner/intermediate/advanced

Ullswater Private SUP session

The Ullswater Private SUP session is a guided paddle boarding experience built around you. Ideal for groups of friends, family groups or families with young children. The session is can accommodate 4 to 7 paddlers.

For groups of 8 or more, please email us with your requirements.

The Guided Private SUP session is tailored to your needs. From a basic family SUP introduction, SUP adventure with picnic or technical SUP skills session for paddlers looking to improve their skills.

As part of the session each participant will be provided with a red paddle co board, buoyancy aid and adjustable paddle. We also supply dry bags for your picnic and our instructor will be on hand to guide, coach and keep you safe. Helping you get the most out of your SUP adventure.

Wet suits can be hired at an additional cost of £5.

Group of paddleboarders with instructor sitting on boards floating in shallows of Ullswater nr Glenridding
A young couple paddleboarding up Goldrill beck nr Patterdale Ullswater with mountains in the background
Two girls sat smiling on a paddleboard enjoying the sunshine
Family sup lesson
youngster doing the crab on Paddleboard
Paddleboarder on Bassenthwaite lake
Group of paddleboarders with instructor sitting on boards floating in shallows of Ullswater nr Glenridding
From GBP £60.00
  • Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Ullswater, Glenridding,  Cumbria
  • Level: Beginner/intermediate/advanced