Float under the full moon on a beginner-friendly SUP paddle on Canandaigua Lake, then melt into a floating sound bath of crystal bowls and chimes. Perfect for visitors seeking a low-impact, restorative lakeside experience in the Finger Lakes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Light cardio and balance; suitable for beginners who can kneel and stand briefly on a board
Wildlife
History
Canandaigua Lake occupies a glacially carved basin in the Finger Lakes region, an area long inhabited by Haudenosaunee communities.
Conservation
Keep noise low during the sound bath, pack out all trash, and avoid disturbing shoreline vegetation or nesting birds to minimize impact.
Finger Lakes Yogascapes
Finger Lakes Yogascapes is a Sodus Point, New York-based provider of stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga experiences across the Finger Lakes region. The business offers guided SUP Yoga classes and paddleboard sessions on Sodus Bay and Canandaigua Lake, with public classes and private bookings for families, corporate groups, and bridal parties. Instructors lead sessions that combine yoga, breath work, meditation, and paddling techniques, providing individualized attention and adaptable pacing to suit varied experience levels.
Sessions emphasize safe practice on calm lake waters; equipment and on-water guidance are provided so participants can focus on balance, breath, and movement. Scheduling is flexible to accommodate weekday and weekend bookings, and classes run from multiple lakeside access points. Private SUP Yoga experiences feature tailored instruction for small groups and event-specific needs, while the Paddle & SUP Yoga Sodus Point and SUP Yoga Canandaigua offerings present community classes in their respective locations.
All trip descriptions note the blend of strengthening poses and relaxing stretches adapted to the aquatic setting, and instructors offer modifications for different skill levels. Operating in recognized Finger Lakes destinations, Finger Lakes Yogascapes centers safety, clear instruction, and the restorative aspects of practicing yoga on the water. Prospective participants can choose a listed experience or request a private session and confirm availability and logistics directly with the operator prior to booking.
Location
Sodus Point, NY
Based on Sodus Bay in the Finger Lakes
Tours Offered
3 experiences
Public and private SUP Yoga classes
Private Sessions
Available
Personalized group and event bookings
Lakes Served
Sodus Bay, Canandaigua Lake
Multiple Finger Lakes locations
Reserve a public class or schedule a private SUP Yoga session in Sodus Point or Canandaigua Lake — flexible times and tailored instruction available.
Arrive layered
Nights on the lake cool quickly; wear quick-dry base layers and bring a warm top for after the session.
Secure cameras
Use a wrist strap or board leash for phones and cameras—board movement and light splash are constant.
Bring a towel and change
Plan to change into dry clothes after the sound bath; a small dry bag keeps keys and phone safe.
Watch wind advisories
Organizers may postpone if winds are unsafe; check your email or text the afternoon of the event.
Swimwear or quick-dry base layer
Wear a layer that can get wet but dries quickly between the paddle and sound bath.
summer
Towel & dry change of clothes
Essential for comfort after floating and to warm up on shore.
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Protects electronics from splash and lets you safely photograph reflections and moonlight.
Board leash (if using your own board)
Keeps your board close in case you slip into the water; provided equipment includes leashes when needed.