Epic Life – Tonbridge paddleboarding and sea kayaking
Epic Life operates paddleboarding and sea kayak sessions across Tonbridge, Bodiam and Hastings, providing guided instruction and all equipment for safe and memorable outdoor adventures.
Key activities include stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), sea kayak training, sprint interval sessions, PaddleFit, MegaSUP events, social paddles and family-friendly holiday and kids clubs.
Why Epic Life
Local sites at Bodiam and Hastings focus on river and coastal paddling while Tonbridge sessions use the River Rother and River Medway for accessible practice. Children’s programmes for ages eight to fourteen run with qualified instructors, and group experiences such as stag and hen parties combine water activities with archery and axe throwing.
Experiences
- Stag & Hen Parties (Bodiam): Organise an unforgettable Stag or Hen Party at the Bodiam site on the River Rother with paddleboarding, river adventures, MegaSUP competitions, archery and axe throwing for one to three hours.
- Sprint/Intervals - Tonbridge: Boost paddling speed with focused interval training sessions designed to improve cadence and fitness for racing preparation.
- Sea Kayak Training | Hastings: Two-hour sea kayaking adventure along the coastline, navigating rocky shores and watching for seals; equipment provided.
- Social Paddle - Tonbridge: 1.5-hour guided paddle on the River Rother and River Medway welcoming all skill levels.
- Kids Paddle Club | Bodiam: Paddle club for 8-14 year olds teaching SUP, kayaking and MegaSUP to build water confidence with qualified instructors.
- Holiday Club | Bodiam: Multi-activity holiday club for 8-14 year olds with paddleboarding, archery and kayaking each day.
- Children's Birthday Party Bodiam: Parties for up to 16 children with MegaSUP, kayaking, paddleboarding, bushcraft, archery and axe throwing at a riverside location.
- PaddleFit & Stretch - Bodiam: One-hour PaddleFit combining paddleboarding drills with core exercises and a riverside stretch.
- SUP 2 Hour Adventure | Hastings Beach: Two-hour SUP guided session suitable for all skill levels with equipment provided.
- SUP 2 Hour Adventure | Bodiam: Two-hour SUP session at Bodiam for families and newcomers teaching paddling technique and safety.
What to expect
Sessions are led or supervised, equipment is included where specified, and activities are suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Public sessions, private hires and group bookings are available with durations from one hour to two hours or multi-day holiday club formats. Meeting points vary by activity and site; Bodiam offers riverside access on the River Rother, Hastings sessions use the coastline, and Tonbridge sessions use the River Rother and River Medway.
Safety and instruction
Qualified instructors lead youth programmes and supervise group activities. Sessions that state all equipment provided include boards, kayaks, paddles and buoyancy aids. Participants should check age limits and bring weather-appropriate clothing and footwear.
Who is Epic Life for?
Families, children aged eight to fourteen, friends organising stag or hen celebrations, paddlers preparing for racing, and newcomers seeking guided coastal or river adventures will find suitable options.
Search terms that align with Epic Life include stand up paddleboarding Tonbridge, SUP Bodiam, sea kayaking Hastings, river paddle Rother, kids paddle club, holiday club Bodiam, stag hen Bodiam activities and PaddleFit on the water. Booking information and session availability are listed per experience.
Discover curated two-hour adventures, short technical sessions and family-friendly mornings that build skills, confidence and group camaraderie. Epic Life events combine fitness, skills training and outdoor fun with clear safety briefings and flexible booking. For groups, bespoke timetables and multi-activity packages are available at Bodiam and Hastings. Search local availability for Tonbridge sprint intervals, Bodiam MegaSUP parties and Hastings sea kayak training. Check each trip listing for age ranges, duration and equipment notes before booking for full details.
