Discover Hoorn’s scenic waters on a guided 90-minute stand-up paddleboarding trip. Perfect for beginners and water enthusiasts alike, enjoy a quick, fun, and scenic water escape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, particularly beginners
Wildlife
History
Hoorn was a major trading port during the Dutch Golden Age, with its maritime past reflected in the city’s architecture and waterways.
Conservation
SUPspirit emphasizes eco-friendly paddling practices, encouraging participants to keep waterways clean and respect wildlife.
SUPspirit
Discover Hoorn’s scenic waters on a guided 90-minute stand-up paddleboarding trip. Perfect for beginners and water enthusiasts alike, enjoy a quick, fun, and scenic water escape.
SUPspirit is a stand-up paddleboarding and watersports provider based in Hoorn, North Holland. The business offers a range of guided SUP and kitesurfing experiences, with sessions tailored for beginners, families, teens, and experienced paddlers. SUPspirit provides equipment and professional instruction for every trip, including short introductory lessons, extended touring routes, private tours, fitness-focused paddles, and specialty sessions such as Big SUP and wing/foil practice.
Instructors lead scheduled options like Start to SUP (60 minutes), Touring 90min, Touring 120min, Private SUP (75 minutes), and multi-hour choices available as 1, 2, or 5-hour bookings. Kitesurfing lessons are taught in a 2.5-hour format by a VDWS certified instructor. SUPspirit also runs SUP Teens parties with tailored instruction and a SUP diploma for participants, plus Paddle Fit sessions that combine fitness and paddle technique on the water.
All trips list equipment as provided and emphasize safety, local route knowledge, and progressive coaching. Locations include Hoorn city center routes and alternative pick-up spots on nearby waterways, subject to booking arrangements. Group and private formats are available for families, friends, and corporate or school outings. Booking information, session lengths, and exact meeting locations are provided at reservation time. SUPspirit focuses on accessible, guided water experiences that combine learning, exploration, and active outdoor recreation in the Hoorn area.
Base Location
Hoorn, North Holland
Central meeting point on local waterways
Session Lengths
60–300 min
Options from short to extended sessions
Certified Instruction
VDWS for kitesurfing
Professional kitesurfing instruction
Tours Offered
12 distinct trips
Group and private formats available
Secure equipment and a professional instructor for guided SUP tours, private lessons, teen parties, or VDWS kitesurfing sessions — dates fill quickly.
Wear quick-drying clothing
Opt for lightweight, quick-drying clothes to stay comfortable during your paddle.
Start early for calm waters
Arrive in the morning to enjoy calmer waters and fewer crowds.
Practice good balance
Keep your feet hip-width apart and focus on your core for better stability.
Bring sun protection
Use sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to shield against UV rays during outdoor paddling.
Swimsuit or quick-drying clothes
Helps keep you comfortable and dry during and after paddling.
summer
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
Protects skin and eyes from harmful UV rays.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your activity.
Water shoes or flip-flops
Provides grip and comfort getting on and off the paddleboard.
summer