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Experience your first Stand Up Paddle lesson with expert guidance in Santa Cruz’s peaceful waters. Learn paddling basics and safety during this two-hour private group adventure.
Experience your first Stand Up Paddle lesson with expert guidance in Santa Cruz’s peaceful waters. Learn paddling basics and safety during this two-hour private group adventure.
Book with Club Ed International
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Operated by Club Ed International · Santa Cruz, California
Discover the excitement of stand up paddleboarding (SUP) with Club Ed International’s Beginner Group SUP Lesson in Santa Cruz, California. This private two-hour experience is designed for those new to the sport who want to learn the essential paddling techniques, safety protocols, and self-rescue skills. Our experienced instructors select the ideal beach for the day based on tide conditions, ensuring calm and safe waters to build your confidence. As you glide across the water, you'll take in stunning coastal views and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze, making this adventure both invigorating and scenic. Whether you’re seeking a fun introduction to SUP or looking to improve your balance and control, this lesson offers personalized attention in a supportive group environment. Prepare to leave the lesson equipped with skills to continue paddling on your own and a stronger appreciation for Santa Cruz’s beautiful coastline.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for participants in average physical condition; moderate balance and arm strength recommended.
No prior experience is needed; this lesson is designed specifically for beginners.
Our instructors focus on safety and will guide you through ocean conditions, making sure you feel comfortable every step of the way.
Wear swimwear or quick-drying athletic clothing, and bring a wetsuit if attending in cooler months.
Most lessons are geared towards adults and teens; check with the company for specific age restrictions.
Yes, most of our selected beaches in Santa Cruz have public restrooms and changing areas.
We monitor weather conditions closely and will reschedule or relocate the lesson if necessary for your safety.
Santa Cruz has a rich surfing heritage and has been a hub for water sports since the early 20th century.
Efforts in the region focus on preserving marine habitats and minimizing pollution to protect the coastline’s natural beauty.
Club Ed International is a Watsonville, California–based surf and paddle school offering structured instruction across surfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and multi-day surf camps. Led by Ed Guzman and Master Instructors, Club Ed International runs weeklong Summer Surf Camp at Manresa Uplands State Park that includes daily surf sessions, camping, meals, evening campfires, organized activities, professional surf photos, and a commemorative t-shirt. The business provides a full range of lessons: private and semi-private surfing instruction, private and semi-private SUP lessons, beginner group SUP lessons, group surfing lessons, and private group lessons. Lessons are tailored to individual skill levels and ages, with instructors choosing the best beach for conditions and tides. Equipment such as surfboards and wetsuits is included for lessons that specify it, and instruction emphasizes safety, paddling fundamentals, wave dynamics, self-rescue, and surf etiquette. Club Ed International offers one-on-one coaching with unique teaching methods for SUP and surfing, plus semi-private formats for paired learning and small groups with personalized attention. The Summer Surf Camp combines outdoor education and surf coaching in a permitted state park setting. Based in Watsonville, the operation highlights local beach selection and tide-aware scheduling. Parents and participants can expect structured programming, professional documentation of sessions when provided, and trained instructors delivering focused skill development in surfing and paddle sports. Private surfing instruction sessions typically range from one to two hours, giving focused time for technique, safety drills, and immediate feedback. Beginner group SUP lessons are two hours long and include instruction on self-rescue and paddling fundamentals.
Book with Club Ed International