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Paddle calmly alongside your dog in San Diego’s Liberty Station, where guided swim lessons help pups gain confidence in the water at their own pace. Capture action moments and share a unique bonding adventure on the bay.
Paddle calmly alongside your dog in San Diego’s Liberty Station, where guided swim lessons help pups gain confidence in the water at their own pace. Capture action moments and share a unique bonding adventure on the bay.
Book with SUP Pups
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by SUP Pups · San Diego, California
easy.
1–2 hours.
Participants should have basic balance and light paddleboarding ability; dogs should be comfortable with water exposure.
No, beginners are welcome as instructors provide guidance tailored to your skill level.
Lessons start slowly to build confidence, and instructors adapt techniques to each dog's comfort level.
Yes, but puppies should be comfortable around water and able to follow basic commands.
Yes, weather permitting. San Diego's mild climate allows for almost year-round sessions.
Yes, there are several parking lots nearby for easy access to the launch area.
Typically, lessons are for one dog-owner pair to ensure focused attention and safety.
Liberty Station was a former naval training center, now transformed into a vibrant community hub rich with maritime heritage.
The program emphasizes minimizing disruption to marine life and promotes leave-no-trace practices on the water.
SUP Pups is a San Diego-based paddle boarding company that specializes in dog-friendly stand up paddleboard (SUP) lessons, private coaching, and community events. Founded to bring dog lovers together on the water, SUP Pups runs group paddles and themed events—like Pups & Paradise and Bark, Boards & Babes—alongside structured lessons for every skill level. Lessons include beginner-friendly Paddle Board Basics and Inflatable SUP Lesson 101, private sessions tailored for partners and pups, and intermediate clinics such as Advance Technique & Speed and Footwork & Play. SUP CUB Kid Lessons introduce ages 6–17 to water safety and paddling fundamentals in a supportive environment. Many sessions include a 10-minute land demo, on-water safety instruction, and action photos to capture the experience. Events and locations are centered in San Diego, with regular activity at Liberty Station and Ocean Beach. SUP Pups offers both group events and one-on-one instruction—private packages include photo documentation and personalized coaching. Multiple experiences are explicitly dog-friendly and designed to help pets feel comfortable on the board. SUP Pups emphasizes safety, clear instruction, and community engagement. Seasonal and charity-focused events invite local paddlers and dog owners to connect while supporting neighborhood causes. All programming is delivered in third-person professional instruction format and is accompanied by on-water equipment guidance, including inflating and caring for inflatable SUPs. Whether booking a beginner lesson, an advanced clinic, a kids class, or a themed event, guests can expect structured teaching, fun dog-friendly moments, and memorable paddles across San Diego waters.
Book with SUP Pups