What is the minimum age?

Minimum age is 8. Children should be able to follow instructions and be comfortable on the water.

How long is the class?

The class runs approximately one hour; arrive 10–15 minutes early to complete check-in.

Is equipment provided?

Equipment inclusion is not listed in the summary—check the booking link for details on whether boards and PFDs are supplied.

Do I need prior experience?

No—this is an all-levels class tailored to beginners and intermediate paddlers with on-the-water coaching.

Wear quick-dry layers, water shoes, and sun protection; bring a towel and spare clothes for after class.

What happens if I fall?

Instructors teach safe falling and remount techniques; falls are expected and part of the learning process.

SUP Basics Paddle Night on Fish Lake: Learn Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Holly, Michigan

At 14390 Fish Lake Rd in Holly, Michigan, the SUP Basics Paddle Night strips stand-up paddleboarding down to its most satisfying elements: balance, alignment, and the quiet mechanics of a good stroke. This one-hour, all-ages class (minimum age 8) is designed for beginners and improvers alike. On summer evenings the lake flattens into a slick mirror; instructors run through stance, paddle cadence, safety drills, and real-time corrections so paddlers leave more confident and efficient.

Fish Lake’s shallow edges and protected coves make it an ideal classroom. The lake is a small inland basin left by glacial sculpting, with sand and gravel shores, patches of cattails, and mixed hardwoods ringing the waterline—oak and maple grow close to the trail and offer late-afternoon shade. Wildlife is uncomplicated and immediate: mallards and great blue herons often hunt the shallows, and you might spot snapping turtles basking on logs. The gentle shore, predictable wind patterns, and modest waves are why this spot is such a reliable place to learn.

The class focuses on practical skills: neutral spine and knees-for-balance, forward and sweep strokes, efficient turns, and re-mount techniques after a spill. Safety briefings and buddy-pairing are part of the hour, and instructors adapt drills to the group—so the same class will look different if a seasoned paddler joins. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in; bring a water bottle, sun protection, and clothes you don’t mind getting wet.

Why book this versus a lakeside DIY session? Structured feedback accelerates progress. A single correction to your paddle angle or hips can save weeks of awkward practice. For families, the low barrier to entry and the minimum age of eight make it a rare near-shore activity that kids and parents can share in the same lesson.

The location doubles as a quick, escape from nearby city life without the crowds found at larger state parks. If you want a short, repeatable skill session on calm water with immediate coaching, this SUP Basics Paddle Night delivers. Operator details are not provided in the listing, but the booking link includes full scheduling and reservation information.

Whether you aim to fix a wobble, prepare for a longer outing, or introduce a kid to board time, a focused hour on Fish Lake builds timing, balance, and confidence—and sends you off the dock paddling with purpose. Expect an upbeat, instruction‑driven atmosphere where small corrections stack into noticeable improvement by the final minutes. The class is ideal as a first lesson before renting a board on your own or joining a longer paddle trip; check the booking link for gear-inclusion and cancellation policies, and pack a quick dry towel and spare clothes so you can head home warm after a cool-water session.

SUP Basics Paddle Night on Fish Lake: Learn Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Holly, Michigan

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