Dog Swim Lesson Experience

San Diego, California

Dog Swim Lesson Experience

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Date

Wed, Oct 15

Travelers

2

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About This Adventure

Experience the joy of bonding with your dog in the water with our unique Dog Swim Lesson Experience! Paddle together on stable boards in the serene Liberty Station channel, where your pup can build confidence and skills at their own pace. Enjoy hands-on guidance, action photos, and a supportive environment for both of you.

Whether you're unsure if your dog knows how to swim or you know they need a little more practice, our Dog Swim Lesson Experience is the perfect introduction to the water—done the SUP Pups way: interactive, fun, and supportive!

Unlike typical indoor dog swim facilities where pups are placed in a small pool alone and owners can only watch from the sidelines, this experience is all about connection and confidence—for both of you. You and your dog will paddle out on stable boards into the calm channel of Liberty Station, where we’ll take our time getting your pup comfortable on the board and then gradually introduce them to the water at their own pace.

Your dog will have the opportunity to swim back and forth—from the instructor to you, or between partners—building trust, skill, and a positive relationship with the water. This is ideal for first-timers, cautious swimmers, or any dog who just needs a little more support and practice.

What’s Included:

Paddle board use and instruction
Action photos and videos
Hands-on, interactive swim guidance from a certified SUP Pups instructor
Calm, safe environment in the Liberty Station waterway
Plenty of praise, treats, and tail wags!
Dog life vest if needed
Human Waist PFD

Let’s make your pup a more confident swimmer—with you by their side the whole way.

Location

SUP Pups is located in Liberty Station, Point Loma in beautiful San Diego behind the Courtyard Marriott Hotel. We are partnered with West Coast Paddle Sports that provides the paddle board rentals. Together we paddle down a very calm channel way that leads into a dead end where a private military dock is. The waterway is a no-wake zone for boaters and barely has boat traffic. We depart from a sandy beach but please be careful of the surrounding rocks and sharp oyster shells.

Duration

1 Hour : Land Demo + Paddle Time

Who can come??

For the humans, it doesn't matter if you have never paddle boarded before, we LOVE when it is you and your pups first experience together.

Don't know how to swim? No problem! We will suit you up with a life jacket and you will wear a SUP leash around your ankle that will be attached to the board.

Current Pricing:

1 human + 1 dog: $70 2 humans + 1 dog: $90

What to Bring

Sunscreen
Towel and/or change of clothes in case
Please wear athletic clothes or bathing suit
You can wear water shoes if you want, but we love paddling barefoot

Adventure Tips

Bring a dog life vest

Ensure your dog’s safety with a well-fitting life jacket designed for water activities.

Arrive early for calm water

Mornings often bring the smoothest water conditions, making lessons easier and more enjoyable.

Use non-slip footwear

Wear shoes or sandals suitable for paddleboarding and wet surfaces to prevent slipping.

Hydrate and protect from sun

Bring water for you and your dog and apply pet-safe sunscreen if needed during summer sessions.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Brown pelican
California sea lion

History

Liberty Station was a former naval training center, now transformed into a vibrant community hub rich with maritime heritage.

Conservation

The program emphasizes minimizing disruption to marine life and promotes leave-no-trace practices on the water.

Master Water Confidence Together: Dog Swim Lessons in San Diego's Liberty Station

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