SOCIAL PADDLES
WEEKLY CLUB
CLUB SOCIAL PADDLES
Club paddles run up to 4 days a week through the spring/summer season. All paddles are 1 hour long and run by our qualified and experienced instructors. We’ve got all the kit you’ll need, all the experience to guide you and all the good vibes to guarantee the best experience. No egos, just appreciation!
There are no membership fees or monthly subscriptions, just PAYG or use class passes for an even better deal. If you’re worried about keeping up or worried about being good enough, don’t be – book a lesson first and our instructors will get you up to speed in no time.
Requirements
Some prior paddling experience. This could either be having had a lesson with us or some experience paddling with friends etc.
Good general physical fitness and confident swimmer.
Tuesdays: 18:00 – 19:00
Thursdays: 0700 – 0800
Fridays: 18:00 – 19:00
Sundays: 0800 – 0900
GUIDED TOURS
BEYOND RWY
FIRESTONE BAY TO CAWSAND
Hugging the Cornish Coastline we paddle from Firestone Arch to Cawsand Bay and back. Explore secluded bays and spot wildlife, with a stop for lunch at a chosen spot only accessible by water.
MOTHECOMBE
Explore the riverways that lead to Mothecombe beach. A relaxed trip in a tranquil setting, starting and finishing from Mothecombe Beach.
LOPWELL DAM
Launching from the stunning Dartmoor location of Lopwell Dam we enjoy a relaxed paddle down the river taking in the wildlife and dramatic natural features.
LOOE
New for 2022 we launch from Looe paddling along the dramatic Cornish Coastline to Talland Bay.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUNRISE TO MOONRISE
ANNUAL FIREWORKS COMPETITION
A front row, uninterrupted view of the fireworks. We run these events on both nights of the annual fireworks competition. We meet at Firestone Arch and paddle within the safety of the swim area for an emersive and stunning experience.
SUP YOGA CLASSES
Part of our Blue Minds initiative these on board yoga classes offer a truely uniquely mindful experience. During the warm summer months on still days these professionally run classes allow you really connect with the nature around you.
SUNSET TO MOONRISE FULLMOON PADDLE
A calm and magical experience. Launching from the steps just outside of Royal William Yard we paddle towards Devils Point, viewing the sunset. As we come around the point the full moon can be seen rising over Jenny Cliff.
LOPWELL RETREATS
Now in its 5th year, this SUP and yoga retreat is for those who wish to escape from your busy life and experience a full day reconnecting mind and body with nature at the beautiful Lopwell Dam on the edge of Dartmoor.
You will be hosted by the SWSUP//Mai Adventures team for a fully catered day of SUP coaching and guiding, various forms of yoga practice and general adventures at the secluded Lopwell Barn on the river Tavy.
Whatever your level, from complete beginner to regular paddler, we will bring on your SUP skills with a maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 5 paddlers. When the tide is high there is direct access to the river for perfect SUP conditions and journeys. All complimented by yoga sessions, meditation and nature walks when the tide is out.