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Beginner’s Group SUP Lesson 3rd October 10.00am – 11.30am

Adults: £40.00 each

10-13 years: £25.00 each   Under 18’s – EACH child must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian on the water

14-18 years: £30.00 each   Under 18’s – EACH child must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian on the water

BSUPA Level 1 – Ready to Ride – 1.5 hours

This course is aimed at those who have never stand up paddled before or have had a go but want to learn the basics properly.

Learning to paddleboard is a fast and fun process with a qualified BSUPA Instructor and BSUPA approved SUP school. The course structure is designed to give you the information you need to get on the water safely, have fun and learn the basic techniques of paddle boarding.

This 90 minute introductory session will include the following:

• WATER SAFETY BRIEFING
• PADDLING KNEELING DOWN
• PADDLING STANDING UP
• BASIC PADDLING TECHNIQUES – FORWARD, BACKWARDS AND TURNING
• FUN AND GAMES ON THE BOARDS

WHAT WE PROVIDE: We’ll supply boards, paddles, leashes, buoyancy aids and wetsuits if required. If you have your own wetsuit, please bring it with you.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: You need to bring a pair old trainers or water-sports shoes, swimwear, a towel, and your clothes for afterwards. You might also want to think about bringing food, a drink, a hat and suncream if it’s a hot day.

Please be aware that due to Covid restrictions the changing room facilities are currently NOT OPEN. You will need to arrive ready to paddle, wearing the appropriate clothing, or be happy to change outside.

• If you, or anyone in your family is suffering from Covid 19, or has any symptoms, please do not come to your lesson. We will happily rebook you at a later date.
• Parking is available in the main car park at Farmoor Reservoir.
• Please DO NOT attempt to drive up to the waterside.
• Please give yourself plenty of space when parking and be mindful of social distancing at all times.
• Please arrive promptly for the start of the session and give yourself time to change and get your kit ready.
• All of our boards and paddles are cleaned and sanitised before and after the session.
• Please return your board and paddle to the shed at the end of the session where we will clean it.
• The Waterside Cafe will be open for take away drinks and food.
• Please maintain social distancing at all times.
• Wash your hands as often as possible – Please bring your own hand sanitiser and use it as often as you need to.
• The toilets in the Sailing Club are open, but please DO NOT use them for changing.

All of our BSUPA Level 1 Beginner sessions will take place at Oxford SUP Club’s home on the water at Farmoor Reservoir. We have access to over 15 million litres of fresh water on the two huge lakes at Farmoor, which is just 5 miles from Oxford City centre.

Cancellations:

Our ability to run SUP sessions is governed by the weather. In case of adverse weather conditions, such as strong winds, we may be forced to cancel sessions at short notice. We make these decisions based purely on safety. If it is not safe to run a session, we will not run it. In these instances we will contact you to arrange an alternative date and time, or offer you a full refund.

BSUPA Level 2 Intermediate SUP Course 3rd October 11am

This lesson is NOT suitable for beginners. To book this lesson you need to have completed our beginner lesson and spent some time developing your paddle skills. If you’re not sure about this, give us a shout: info@oxfordsupclub.org 

LOCATION: Oxford SUP Club at Farmoor Reservoir
GROUP SIZE: up to 4 people (per instructor)
SESSION DURATION: 3 Hours
SESSION CONTENT: The Aim of this course is to work on the basic SUP skills learnt during the Level 1 lesson, and to develop skills to improve your paddling.

This 3 hour intermediate session is ‘skill and knowledge focused’ aiming to give students a safe way of getting more time on the water. It starts with a theory session in the classroom, followed by a practical session on the water. By the end of this course paddlers should be able to:

• Understand different locations to paddle and their restrictions/challenges
• Have knowledge of different touring disciplines and how to get involved
• Demonstrate an improved efficient paddle stroke
• Use a variety of strokes to maintain tracking and manoeuvrability on the water
• Navigate obstacles and third parties afloat taking into account, flow, weather and any other elements
• Have knowledge of how to plan a trip taking into account weather, flow, tide, access, 3rd parties, exit options
• Have understanding of personal gear you might take with you when touring.

SESSION PRICE: 

Adults: £60 each

Beginner’s Group SUP Lesson 3rd October 1.00pm – 2.30pm

Adults: £40.00 each

10-13 years: £25.00 each   Under 18’s – EACH child must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian on the water

14-18 years: £30.00 each   Under 18’s – EACH child must be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian on the water

BSUPA Level 1 – Ready to Ride – 1.5 hours

This course is aimed at those who have never stand up paddled before or have had a go but want to learn the basics properly.

Learning to paddleboard is a fast and fun process with a qualified BSUPA Instructor and BSUPA approved SUP school. The course structure is designed to give you the information you need to get on the water safely, have fun and learn the basic techniques of paddle boarding.

This 90 minute introductory session will include the following:

• WATER SAFETY BRIEFING
• PADDLING KNEELING DOWN
• PADDLING STANDING UP
• BASIC PADDLING TECHNIQUES – FORWARD, BACKWARDS AND TURNING
• FUN AND GAMES ON THE BOARDS

WHAT WE PROVIDE: We’ll supply boards, paddles, leashes, buoyancy aids and wetsuits if required. If you have your own wetsuit, please bring it with you.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: You need to bring a pair old trainers or water-sports shoes, swimwear, a towel, and your clothes for afterwards. You might also want to think about bringing food, a drink, a hat and suncream if it’s a hot day.

Please be aware that due to Covid restrictions the changing room facilities are currently NOT OPEN. You will need to arrive ready to paddle, wearing the appropriate clothing, or be happy to change outside.

• If you, or anyone in your family is suffering from Covid 19, or has any symptoms, please do not come to your lesson. We will happily rebook you at a later date.
• Parking is available in the main car park at Farmoor Reservoir.
• Please DO NOT attempt to drive up to the waterside.
• Please give yourself plenty of space when parking and be mindful of social distancing at all times.
• Please arrive promptly for the start of the session and give yourself time to change and get your kit ready.
• All of our boards and paddles are cleaned and sanitised before and after the session.
• Please return your board and paddle to the shed at the end of the session where we will clean it.
• The Waterside Cafe will be open for take away drinks and food.
• Please maintain social distancing at all times.
• Wash your hands as often as possible – Please bring your own hand sanitiser and use it as often as you need to.
• The toilets in the Sailing Club are open, but please DO NOT use them for changing.

All of our BSUPA Level 1 Beginner sessions will take place at Oxford SUP Club’s home on the water at Farmoor Reservoir. We have access to over 15 million litres of fresh water on the two huge lakes at Farmoor, which is just 5 miles from Oxford City centre.

Cancellations:

Our ability to run SUP sessions is governed by the weather. In case of adverse weather conditions, such as strong winds, we may be forced to cancel sessions at short notice. We make these decisions based purely on safety. If it is not safe to run a session, we will not run it. In these instances we will contact you to arrange an alternative date and time, or offer you a full refund.