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Stand-Up Paddleboarding Skills at Turquoise Floating Yoga LLC
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable in good physical shape, able to balance and paddle continuously for extended periods.
Overview
Enhance your paddleboarding skills with this hands-on workshop at Turquoise Floating Yoga LLC. Perfect your technique and gain confidence on the water in a scenic setting.
ACA Level 1&2 SUP Skills Workshop
Ages 18+ • 4 Hours
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About This Adventure
Enhance your paddleboarding prowess in this engaging 4-hour workshop designed for those looking to refine their skills. Learn essential techniques like the forward stroke, pivot turn, and more, ensuring you paddle longer and stronger. This workshop is a must for aspiring instructors, setting a solid foundation for future training.
Improve your paddling skills!
Duration
4 Hours
About
This workshop is appropriate for anyone who has a level of comfort paddlboarding, but would like to improve skills and technique. (Please not that this is NOT an instructor training - this is simply a skills workshop). We will learn the following ACA paddleboard skills:Forward stroke using proper technique, forward sweep, reverse sweep, draw stroke, skulling draw, high brace, low brace, nose draw, cross-nose draw, canted forward stroke, & pivot turn. Improving your skills will help you paddle longer & stronger so you can have more fun out on the water!
This workshop is also highly recommended as a pre-requisite for anyone considering taking an instructor training as it will teach the on water strokes and maneuvers that you will be expected to show proficiency on during instructor training.
Adventure Tips
Wear appropriate clothing
Dress in quick-drying, lightweight clothes suitable for water activities.
Check weather conditions
Ensure weather is suitable for paddling to stay safe and comfortable.
Arrive early
Get familiar with the equipment and warm up before the session starts.
Stay hydrated
Bring water and take breaks to avoid fatigue during the workshop.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- River otters
History
The area has a long history of Indigenous use, with paddling being a traditional means of transportation for centuries.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes Leave No Trace principles, encouraging paddlers to minimize their impact on the fragile water ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Personal Paddleboard
Having your own paddleboard allows you to practice techniques outside the workshop sessions.
summer specific
Personal PFD (Life Jacket)
A fitted life jacket enhances safety during water activities.
spring;summer;fall specific
Sun Protection
Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect against UV rays.
spring;summer;fall specific
Waterproof Bag
Use it to keep valuables dry during the workshop.
summer;fall specific