easy
2.5 hours
Suitable for beginners; basic balance and moderate physical fitness recommended.
Try stand up paddleboarding near Glasgow with West End Adventure. Perfect for beginners and families, this taster session offers a fun introduction on the calm waters of Abies Loch.
All Abilities | 2.5 Hours | Ages 8+
Experience the thrill of Stand Up Paddle Boarding at our Adventure Base near Mugdock Country Park. Challenge your balance and compete with friends as you navigate the waters on your paddle board. With safety gear provided and friendly instructors by your side, it’s an unforgettable aquatic adventure waiting for you!
Stand Up Paddle Boarding? It’s exactly what it sounds like. There’s a board, a paddle and a lot of water. The question is how long can you stay standing.
Test your balance, challenge your mates and try not to fall in!
Your session starts at our Adventure Base in Bearsden (Next to West End Outdoors). We kit you out with all the safety gear, then we hand you a paddle and point you towards your stand up paddle board and off you go.
Don't worry though, our friendly instructors are with you throughout the whole session just in case you go for a swim.
What is Provided
Wet suits are provided. We have access to changing facilities.
What to Bring
Please bring a change of clothes along with a towel. A swimming costume is ideal for under your wetsuit. Wear clothes that can get wet!
Wear a swimsuit or quick-dry clothes beneath your wetsuit for comfort both on and off the water.
A change of clothes and a towel are essential for after your session—expect to get wet.
Sessions depend on safe water conditions; West End Adventure will reschedule if conditions are unsuitable.
Arriving ahead of time helps with prompt safety briefings and fitting wetsuits to maximize your time on the water.
Mugdock Country Park preserves remnants of historic estates and woodland once belonging to Scottish nobility, blending cultural heritage with outdoor recreation.
West End Adventure promotes low-impact outdoor activities, encouraging visitors to respect the delicate freshwater ecosystems of Abies Loch.
Provided by instructors to keep you warm and comfortable on the water.
all specific
Protects skin from UV exposure during sunny paddling sessions.
summer specific
Wear under your wetsuit or post-activity to stay comfortable and dry quickly.
spring|summer|fall specific
Necessary for drying off after paddling and changing at the base.
all specific