SUP lessons and tours in Newquay, Cornwall

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Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 3 hrs
Spoken languages: English
Minimum age: From 8 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
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Activity description

Explore the smuggler's coves and craggy coastline of Newquay and beyond on this beginner's SUP lesson in Cornwall.

One of the most popular water sports to hit UK shores, stand up paddling (SUP) is an easy and accessible way to discover the hidden inlets and idyllic bays of the southern peninsula. Meet the region's thriving marine population and discover the lesser known secrets this shoreline has to offer on this two hour SUP lesson from Towan Beach. Work on your balance and paddling technique - choosing to focus on either touring SUP or the more adventurous SUP surfing!

Location
Operating from Towan Bay - rated as one of the best beaches in Cornwall, Newquay is renowned for its tidal caves, coves and hidden beaches once used for smugglers and pirates. Exposed during low tide, the cliffs and rocky coastline is also a haven for marine mammals like seals and dolphins. Only an hour flight from central London to the area's domestic airport, sandy Fistral and Watergate Bay are certified as Blue Flag - ensuring clean water and beaches.

Activity
Choose between a few different options:
- SUP Lesson and Tour
- Snorkel and SUP Adventure
- Family Private SUP Lesson

Conditions
The coastline around Towan Beach and Fistral beach is a hotspot for biodiversity. One side is exposed to the powerful Atlantic swells and the other sheltered with deep smugglers caves. Water visibility is good, offering clear views of the seafloor below. SUP lessons are organised according to the tide - with the most favourable season running from May until September when sea temperatures reach 17°C.

 
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SUP Lesson and Tour
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A two-hour beginner SUP lesson starting at the activity centre on Towan Beach, meet your instructor and kit up for a SUP taster lesson. After a water safety briefing and lesson in basic paddle skills, you’ll launch from a sheltered section of coastline into the water and begin your stand-up paddleboard adventure! Skills you will learn include, how to get up and balance on the board, how to hold your paddle, basic strokes, directional changes, tales of the area’s history and information about the wildlife that calls Cornwall's coastline home. Standup paddleboarding in Newquay is quick and easy to learn and, with the basics under your belt, you’ll get to explore the Cornish coastline up close. From the sheltered smugglers' caves of the Gazzle to the harbour and Newquay Bay, Newquay has coastal routes perfect for SUP touring or whitewater SUP surfing!

By the time you step back on dry land, our SUP Lesson & Tour should have transformed you from a complete newbie to a confident paddler within a few short hours. Our experienced instructors will take you through the motions of standing up with a step-by-step guide on balance and control.

 
Activity requirements

A parent needs to be present for participants under 18-years-old.

Special terms

Activity time & location are subject to weather restrictions.

Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear/Towel
  • GoPro/Camera
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

3 hrs

Minimum age:

From 8 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Newquay Activity Centre 60 Fore Street, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW

Included:
  • Qualified, experienced and insured SUP instructors
  • Wetsuit, buoyancy aid, SUP board and paddle
  • Heated changing rooms and secure storage for your valuables
  • Hot outdoor showers and male & female toilets
  • Full safety briefing, kit and familiarisation
  • Tales of history and heritage along the route
  • Comprehensive leadership and wildlife information
Excluded:
  • Transfers to Towan Beach
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Snorkel and SUP Adventure
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Our Snorkel & SUP tour has been designed to teach you many core skills including how to: launch and land, stand up and balance, hold your paddle, perform basic strokes and how to make directional changes.

There is absolutely no pressure on our Snorkel & SUP Adventure; feel free to enjoy the session from the comfort of your board, or give standing up a go - it’s entirely up to you! Our experienced instructors are there to help whatever your skill level may be. With all the exciting snorkel jump-offs, you might even find yourself lying down!

 
Activity requirements

A parent needs to be present for participants under 18-years-old.

 
Special terms

Activity time & location are subject to weather restrictions.

 
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear/Towel
  • GoPro/Camera
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

3 hrs

Minimum age:

From 8 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Newquay Activity Centre 60 Fore Street, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW

Included:
  • Heated changing rooms and secure storage for your valuables
  • Hot outdoor showers and male & female toilets
  • Full safety briefing, and kit familiarisation
  • Wetsuits, buoyancy aids, snorkels, SUP board and paddles
  • Qualified, experienced and insured SUP instructors
  • Information and identification of local marine life
  • Epic snorkel SUP adventure around Newquay’s marine-rich coast
Excluded:
  • Transfers to Towan Beach
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Family Private SUP Lesson
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Our Family SUP Lessons have been designed to teach you many core skills including how to launch and land, stand up and balance, hold your paddle, perform basic strokes and how to make directional changes.

There is absolutely no pressure on our Family SUP Tours; feel free to enjoy the session kneeling down on the comfort of your board, or give standing up a go - it’s entirely up to you! Our experienced instructors are there to help whatever your skill level may be.

 
Course of events

You’ll get kitted up at our HQ, located just a short walk from Towan Beach, where we will provide wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets and paddles for the whole family within our heated changing facilities. Then, after a full safety briefing and lesson in fundamental SUP skills, you’ll launch your boards from the sheltered sands and head out around our coastline.

 
Activity requirements

A parent needs to be present for participants under 18-years-old.

 
Special terms

Activity time & location are subject to weather restrictions.

The price is for a group of up to 4 participants in a family.

 
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear/Towel
  • GoPro/Camera
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

3 hrs

Minimum age:

From 8 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Newquay Activity Centre 60 Fore Street, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW

Included:
  • Fun-filled SUP tour for you and your family
  • Qualified SUP instructors experienced in teaching all ages
  • Heated changing rooms and secure storage for your valuables
  • Hot outdoor showers and male & female toilets
  • Full safety briefing, kit and familiarisation
  • Wetsuits, buoyancy aids, SUP boards and paddles included
  • Wildlife watching and identification
  • Tales of the area’s rich history, biodiversity and heritage
Excluded:
  • Transfers to Towan Beach
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Meeting point

Newquay Activity Centre 60 Fore Street, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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Great fun and learnt lots about the wildlife thanks to James. He was very knowledgable about wildlife and the history of the coastline. He bade the whole experience fun and engaging. He even took photos of us which he passed on after the event. James really made the 2 hours a great time for all.

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I booked a SUP lesson, however due to poor weather conditions it was suggested I do kayaking instead.

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