Course

Description
This beginner level course will provide you with the basic equipment knowledge and paddling concepts you need to confidently and efficiently explore this exciting sport. We will also create a foundation for you to take SUPing to the next level and try other challenging applications. The first part of class will focus on appropriate board and paddle selection, outfitting, paddling stance and basic strokes. Next we will move to floating our boards, kneeling on our boards and eventually, standing up and applying those new found balancing techniques. Once you've got the feel of it, we will work on our forward stroke, sweep strokes and some ruddering techniques. Falling off and getting back on are some fun ways to relax, cool off and get more comfortable. You will soon discover that you have been having a blast while providing your body with a great new workout. Look cool, have fun, and get some exercise as you learn to SUP with our experienced paddle board instructors at Eastern Mountain Sports!

Prerequisites

This is a 2 hour entry level clinic, no prior SUP experience required.

Includes

Students are permitted to bring their own gear. Equipment must be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by instructor. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions.

Stand Up Paddle board

Paddle

PFD (type III, Coast Guard approved)

Wetsuit/ drysuit if needed
20% discount shopping coupon to EMS

Does Not Include

Students will be expected to arrive dressed appropriately for the weather. Pack a lunch and snacks for the day. Water bottles should be filled before arrival.

Lodging

Meals

Transportation

Personal gear and clothing

 

Location

Lincoln Woods State Park, Rhode Island

2 Manchester Print Works Road, Lincoln, RI 02865

From the North (Boston area):
Route 95 south to Route 295 south. 295 south to 146 south. Route 146 south to Twin River Road exit. Get off here and take a LEFT. This road leads directly into the park. Once in the park, follow the kayak school signs around the one- way loop to the Right. You will pass the main parking lot by the beach area and go over a wood bridge by a playing field on the Left. Just past the field take a LEFT and park in the small lot behind the playing field. Walk up the path to the red building with kayak racks facing the beach. You are here!

From the South (New York, NY):
Route 95 north to Route 146 north to Twin River Road Exit. Follow signs into Lincoln Woods State Park.

 

Lake Placid, New York
Adirondacks

Lake Placid EMS. 2453 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Gear List

Required Gear and Clothing

Please come dressed for the weather and prepared with the appropriate gear and clothing for your kayak program. Below is a list of gear and clothing recommended by the Eastern Mountain Sports Kayak School. If you have any questions please call 800-310-4504.

 

Long or Short Sleeve Top Dress appropriately for the days weather. Any non-cotton material is appropriate. * Spray jackets and wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring and fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling.

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Bathing Suit Dress appropriately for the days weather. Any non-cotton material is appropriate. * Wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring and fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling.

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Water Shoes Paddle booties can be provided by the Kayak School upon request. No open toed shoes please.

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Food and Water Lunch and snacks (sandwich, chips, bars, etc.) and 1 liter or more of water.

Optional Items

Sunglasses
Sunscreen

Hat

Bug Spray

Camera

Dry Bag

Dry change of clothes and towel

EMS Kayak School Provides

 

Stand Up Paddle board

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PFD Type III, Coast Guard approved.

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Paddle

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Booties

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Farmer John Wetsuit Optional.

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Drysuit For cold weather paddling only. Goes over all your clothes to keep you dry.

 

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i bring my own gear
Yes, if it is appropriate. SUP boards for instruction or for tours need to have a minimum of safety features as well as be an appropriate style and size kayak for the class/tour. Call and check with the school or instructor.

What happens of the weather is bad?
We still operate all of our programs in rainy conditions. We will delay or cancel programs in dangerous weather conditions like thunderstorms or gale force winds. If this happens during your class, we will either credit you at a pro rate, or reschedule you to finish the missed portion at your convenience.

What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations or schedule changes 8 DAYS OR MORE PRIOR to the event start date will be fully refunded or credited with no penalty. Reservation changes of any kind WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE EVENT START DATE WILL NOT BE REFUNDED and you WILL NOT be permitted to carry over deposits to future events. Please mark this date on your calendar after making your reservation!

What time should I plan to arrive for class?
You should get to class at least 15 minutes early. Classes start and end on time.

 

How many students in each class?
SUP Clinic runs with a 1:6 instructor to student ratio.

 

What certifications do your instructors have?
All instructors hold current and up to date American Canoe Association (ACA) Certifications. Their level of certification always meets or exceed the level of class they are teaching. All instructors are also CPR and First Aid trained.

 

How is Eastern Mountain Sports different from other outfitters?
While there are other good outfitters, they are in the minority. We spend a great deal of time on staff training and all our instructors are nationally certified. All of our guides and instructors were experienced paddlers before they became instructors, and that is a claim few other outfitters can back up. We perform risk assessments for every site we work at, with emergency procedure plans prepared in advance, and regularly train in conjunction with rescue agencies like the US Coast Guard and local harbormasters. We have instructors who regularly teach at nationally regarded paddles sports events across the US.