SUP, Kayak and Surf Ski Classes
Tidal Rapids SUP Training at Deception Pass
4 Hours – Intermediate and Advanced
Learn River Sup skills and how to paddle in tidal rapids in beautiful Deception Pass. Improve rough water skills and gain confidence in a spectacular location! Available all year. Next Class June 20th
SUP Surfing
4 Hours – Adv Beginner and Intermediate
SUP surfing on the coast for beginners thru intermediate paddlers. On the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Available all year. Private classes only.
Paddle, Surf and Discovery Camp
1 or 2 Weeks – All Levels, Kids or Adults
Learn SUP basics, Salish Sea beach ecology stewardship, NW maritime history and more! Available all year.
Freighter Wave Surfing
3 Hours – Intermediate
Learn how to SUP surf and find out where and when to epic fun surf in Seattle! Season: Spring – Summer
SUP Basics, Level 1
3 Hours – Beginner
An introduction to the basics and SUP safety. Available all year.
SUP Basics, Level 2
2 Hours – Intermediate
For experienced paddlers wanting to get to the next level. Available all year.
PSUPA Flat Water 1 Instructor Training
2 Days – Intermediate and above – Gain skills to become a professional and PSUPA certified SUP Instructor.
The Ultimate SUP Class
4 Classes – Beginning thru Advanced
Start with 3 Classes in Seattle then finish testing your new skills in the tidal rapids at beautiful Deception Pass! Private Classes Only. Available all year.
Private SUP Surf Camp
2 Days – Intermediate
Learn or improve your SUP surfing on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Private Camps Only. Available all year.
Covid-19 Update – PLEASE READ..
Salmon Bay Paddle is open to individual and small groups. Paddling is a naturally distanced activity. We’ll use masks and distancing on shore. All equipment is always cleaned.
WHERE TO START?
Open all year – Beginners start with Sup Basics 1 then progress to SUP Basics 2 before signing up for Downwinding, SUP Surfing, Deception Pass and freighter surfing. If unsure of your skill level, contact me to discuss. Rental equipment available.
HOW TO SIGN UP
Contact me first about the class you’re interested in.
SKILL LEVELS
Beginning – No or limited experience. Intermediate – You can stand up, paddle straight, turn, paddle over small waves and boat wakes and fall and get back on easily. Advanced – You can SUP surf in 5′ waves or downwind in 30 kts or paddle Class 3 rivers and/or open water touring in coastal conditions.
Check out my Paddling Books – Stand Up Paddling Flat Water to Surf and Rivers and Kayaking Puget Sound and the San Juans, 60 Trips, both from Mountaineers Books.