Stand Up Paddle Board Classes
Covid-19 Update – PLEASE READ..
Salmon Bay Paddle is open to Private 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.
Stand Up Paddle Board Classes
Downwinding Level 1
Intermediate to Advanced – Get core skills for paddling in wind and downwind surf. *Required for Level 2. Private Classes Only. Available all year.
Downwinding Level 2
Advanced – Learn how to safely downwind SUP in the PNW. Private Classes Only. Available all year.
SUP Surfing
4 Hours – Advanced Beginner and Intermediate
SUP surfing on the coast for beginners thru intermediate paddlers. On the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Private classes only. Available all year.
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.
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
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! Dec 12 Next Class / Available all year.
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.
Weekly SUP Training Program
Weekly Coaching Program – Begin or refine your paddling skills with weekly personalized instruction taking you to your next level and beyond. Private Classes Only. 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. Next Course: Dec 13
Tug Surfing Shilshole Bay
2-3 Hours – Intermediate and Advanced
Find out when, where and how to surf epic peeling waves from coastal tugs. All year.
Private SUP Surf Camp
2 1/2 Days – Intermediate +
Learn or improve your SUP surfing on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Private Camps Only. Available all year.