How long is the full experience?

The combined activity lasts about three hours: roughly 1.5 hours on SUP and the remainder for the private saunagus, cold plunges and downtime.

Where do we meet the group?

Meeting point is Aarhus lystbådehavn. Fiskerivej 2F—arrive early to check in with guides.

Is previous SUP experience required?

No—sessions include guided games suitable for beginners, with instructors providing basic technique and safety coaching.

Bring a swimsuit, towel, quick-dry layers and a change of clothes; life jackets are provided.

Are there age restrictions?

Participants must be at least 16 years old according to the listing.

Can we book this for a private polterabend?

Yes—the combo is designed for groups (up to 20) and is marketed specifically as a polterabend option.

Aarhus Marina SUP and Private Saunagus: Polterabend Combo

At Aarhus lystbådehavn. Fiskerivej 2F, Surf Agency stitches together two very different Danish pastimes—playful stand‑up paddleboarding and the slow ritual of saunagus—into a single three‑hour outing that suits celebratory groups. The trip begins on the protected water of Aarhus Marina, where the harbor’s piers and the soft blue of the Kattegat frame 1.5 hours of guided SUP games: polo, relays and cooperative drills designed so even first‑timers can join. Instructors move through the fleet offering technique, coaching and quick safety checks, turning nerves into laughter as boards wobble, boats bob and teams race toward small, improvised buoys.

After the final paddle the group returns to a private sauna with panoramic marina views. The saunagus portion is led by a gusmester and includes three guided rounds with essential-oil infusions, interspersed with cold plunges in an outdoor tub and a rinse under open-air showers. That contrast—salted air and wind on the return, then steamy rooms scented with eucalyptus—creates a social unwind that feels both restorative and mischievous, perfect for a polterabend where equal parts adrenaline and recovery are required. There’s time afterward for free sauna-hygge and an optional pitcher of Hantwerk craft beer.

What makes this offering special is the pairing: the SUP session uses the harbor’s sheltered geometry to make water play inclusive, while the private saunagus leverages a tradition of heat-and-cool therapy that’s deeply embedded in Danish wellness culture. The experience suits groups up to 20, welcomes participants aged 16+, and runs in Danish and English. Meeting point details are exact: Aarhus lystbådehavn. Fiskerivej 2F. Operator information beyond Surf Agency is not supplied.

Practical notes: wear quick-dry layers and a light neoprene if you feel cold; participants should be able to balance on a board and step in and out of a cold tub. The event’s three-hour schedule balances action and downtime—plan transport that leaves a buffer in case your group lingers over beers or post-sauna chats.

Groups should arrive at least 15 minutes early to meet guides and get briefed; bring a swimsuit, towel and a change of clothes for ride home. Life jackets are standard on organized SUP sessions—ask guides about fit if you have mobility concerns. For polterabend organizers this package works well as a heat‑and‑play midpoint in a longer day of events; many groups split travel time so the sauna becomes a relaxed wrap rather than a hurried stop.

Local context: Aarhus is Denmark’s second-largest city, and the marina sits where city life meets open water; the Kattegat’s shallow shelves moderate waves, making it ideal for learning SUP. The combo is a memorable way to show up for a celebration: rowdy on the water, relaxed in heat, and unmistakably Danish in its embrace of communal well-being.

About Surf Agency

Surf Agency is an adventure and wellness operator based in Aarhus, Denmark, offering water-based experiences, courses and events. The company runs kitesurfing courses—Kitesurfing kursus (Kite 2), Kitesurfing kursus (Kite 4) and Kitesurfing kursus (Solo)—with small group formats that provide personalised instruction and hands-on kite time.

Kite 2 classes pair two students per instructor and include a Kitebuddy option when participants do not have a partner. Kite 4 courses teach groups of four for an efficient learning environment. Surf Agency also specialises in stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) activities: SUP Begynder Kursus, SUP Privat Kursus, SUP Familie Kursus for children under 12, SUP Polo, SUP Racing, SUP Team Event and regular club cruises such as CLUB CRUISE and TUESDAY CRUISE. Equipment is provided for SUP Yoga sessions that run from May to October.

Outdoor wellness complements the on-water offering. Surf Agency presents SAUNAGUS experiences, privat saunagus events, SAUNA FOR 2, vildmarksbad (mobile and paired options), hot tubs and outdoor sauna events with cold plunges and aromatic steam. Group and team packages—GRUPPE EVENT - PAKKETILBUD and TEAM EVENT - PAKKETILBUD—combine SUP challenges, competitions and relaxation.

Certified and expert instructors lead programs for schools, institutions and private groups, with SUP board registration and rental available. Activities suit beginners, families and groups seeking team-building or polterabend packages. Surf Agency operates from a harbor base in Aarhus, focusing on safety, small groups and blended adventure-wellness days. Bookings are available online and sessions can be tailored to group needs, schedule and experience level across seasons on request available.