Paddleboard Training
We offer Staunton Paddleboarders something for everyone
We welcome absolute beginners or advanced paddlers:
A new sport- please sign up for a discover paddleboarding or SUP as we call it session, already able ask to meet one of the SUP members to learn all about the club and arrange an induction
Start your SUP journey by joining our intro to paddleboarding afternoon
Book a place on our intro to SUP and get:
A free intro to SUP on the beautiful reservoir
Free board and life vest hire for the intro course
3 months SUP membership
A SUP buddy to help you settle into life on the water
All of this for just £40
Dates available:
Saturday 16th May 2026 1pm to 5pm BOOK NOW
Saturday 20th June 2026 1pm to 5pm BOOK NOW
Becoming a stand-up paddle board member at Staunton Harold is a great way to get
out in nature, meet some lovely people at our very friendly club and take up a hobby
that's great fun and can be done all year round (wind permitting).
We can arrange for a SUP instructor to provide more advanced courses.
Relaunch your Paddling in 2026
Come along Sat April 4th and get back on the water! We are encouraging all sailors and paddlers to get active.
We are keen to see as many paddlers out on the water as possible-meet other paddlers and sailors plus we plan to host a club information session Perhaps aim for 3pm on the water (water open from 2pm)
There will be members there to help with any questions and guidance
Don't forget FRIDAY NIGHT SUP SESSIONS. From late April to late August club safety is provided 6.30 to around 8.30 Bar can be open and BBQ available
Remember you can paddle whenever there is safety cover provided. Just sign on and take a radio if a lone paddler if you wish
Rules and Guidance
There are a few key things to that all paddleboarders should be aware of before you go out on the water:
1, Please abide by the club rules. See below
2, Please read and follow our Club Paddleboard Rules. See below. Key points to be aware of from this:
- Only go out when there is safety boat cover on the water (indicated by a green flag, yellow flag means training event or an open meeting when the water is closed for general use, red closed water). See online events calendar.
- Be aware of "no go" areas such as the dam, tower, and nature reserve and only launch and land on club frontage.
- Do not go out in conditions beyond your ability.
3, Please ensure you have appropriate 3rd party/public liability insurance in place for all craft you take out on the reservoir.
4, All members must "sign on" before visiting the club. Sign on through the club website: https://shsc.org.uk/sign-on/
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Last updated 10:28 on 21 February 2026
