NORFOLK GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
East Beach One‑Hour Paddle‑Board Primer: Learn to Stand, Stroke, and Read the Tide
A focused, instructor‑led one‑hour lesson that teaches paddle‑board basics and builds on‑water confidence for participants 12 and older.
East Beach One‑Hour Paddle‑Board Primer: Learn to Stand, Stroke, and Read the Tide.
In a single hour on East Beach you move from tentative first steps to confident strokes. Skilled instructors guide newcomers through balance, basic paddling technique and simple safety skills so you leave comfortable on the board — and ready for more time on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A focused one‑hour primer
This experience compresses core paddle‑boarding skills into a single, instructor‑led hour so participants can master the basics and gain on‑water confidence quickly.
Clear age and weight guidelines
The lesson is open to participants aged 12 and up and is subject to a 350‑pound weight limit—practical limits designed to keep the session safe and manageable.
Bring the essentials
Plan to bring a valid ID and waterproof clothing, plus basic sun and hydration essentials such as water, sunglasses and sunscreen.
What the day feels like
How the hour unfolds
The session is instructor‑led and designed to get novices comfortable on a paddle board quickly: briefing and fittings lead into guided practice on stable water where instructors break down balance, stance and stroke so students leave with practical skill and confidence.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this lesson suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The lesson is one hour long.
Bring a valid ID, waterproof clothing, water, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Minimum age 12; maximum participant weight 350 lbs.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the paddle‑board lesson?
The lesson lasts one hour.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 12 years old.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes — the maximum participant weight is 350 pounds.
Do I need previous paddle‑boarding experience?
No; the session is designed to teach the basics and get newcomers comfortable on the board under instructor guidance.
What should I bring to the lesson?
Bring a valid ID and waterproof clothing, plus water, sunglasses and sunscreen.