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8-Week Beginner Paddleboarding Program

Location: Broughty Ferry Beach
Duration: 8 weeks
Session Length: 1.5 – 2 hours per session
Who’s it for? Complete beginners looking to build confidence and skills on the water
Goal: To progress from basic paddleboarding techniques to confidently paddling on open water, with a potential gentle river paddle in the final week

Phase 1: Foundations & Confidence (Weeks 1-4)

Focus: Essential skills, balance, and safety

Week 1: Introduction to Paddleboarding & Water Safety

  • Equipment overview (boards, paddles, leashes, buoyancy aids)

  • Safe entry and exit from the water

  • Getting on/off the board safely

  • Basic paddle strokes (forward stroke, stopping, turning)

  • Kneeling balance practice

Week 2: Standing Up & Self-Rescue

  • Proper foot placement for standing

  • Core balance techniques

  • Falling safely and getting back on the board

  • Paddle stroke improvement

  • First short group paddle

Week 3: Turning & Maneuvering Skills

  • J-turns, sweep strokes, and cross-body paddling

  • Improving control and board positioning

  • Practicing self-rescue in deeper water

  • Group paddle for confidence-building

Week 4: Paddling with Confidence in Different Conditions

  • Handling slight wind and small waves

  • Learning to read water conditions

  • Practicing paddling in a straight line

  • Increasing paddle endurance

Phase 2: Open Water & Moving Water Progression (Weeks 5-8)

Focus: Endurance, efficiency, and handling flowing water

Week 5: Longer Distance & Open Water Skills

  • Small group paddle covering a longer distance (2-3 km)

  • Learning energy-efficient paddling techniques

  • Self-rescue practice in open water

Week 6: Adapting to Wind & Choppier Waters

  • Adjusting strokes for changing conditions

  • Navigating small waves and wind

  • Practicing safe exits and water awareness

Week 7: Introduction to Flowing Water

  • Basics of gentle river paddling

  • Understanding currents, eddies, and river safety

  • Ferry gliding and positioning in moving water

Week 8: Final Challenge – River Paddle & Skills Recap

  • A gentle river paddle incorporating all learned skills

  • Self-rescue in mild currents

  • Celebratory group paddle to wrap up the course!

Program Outcome

By the end of the 8 weeks, you’ll have developed solid paddleboarding skills, confidence, and the ability to handle different water conditions, including gentle moving water. This is the perfect introduction for beginners looking to progress in a safe and structured way!

Location: Broughty Ferry Beach
Start Date: May 5th 2005 (Will take place every Monday evening at 6pm)
Limited spaces available! Book now to secure your spot.

Price point will be £200 and can be paid in 2 Instalments before the start date via STRIPE.