Stand Up, Team Up: Corporate SUP Sessions That Teach, Clean, and Center Groups on Reading’s Waterways

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Stand Up, Team Up: Corporate SUP Sessions That Teach, Clean, and Center Groups on Reading’s Waterways

Customizable sessions—team-building, clean-ups or SUP Pilates—on a lake or river with expert instruction; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

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Stand Up, Team Up: Corporate SUP Sessions That Teach, Clean, and Center Groups on Reading’s Waterways.

Duration
2 / 3/ 6 hours
Location
Reading
Operator
Go With The Flo
Category
SUP
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Build your own session with Go With The Flo on Reading’s lakes or rivers: choose a straight team-building paddle, a waterside clean-up, SUP Pilates, or any bespoke blend, and work with instructors who teach paddling, turning and self-rescue in a small-group setting.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LEARNING

Progressive instruction for every beginner

Sessions begin on land and move onto the water with staged coaching: kneeling practice, standing basics and—when conditions allow—turning and self-rescue skills so groups leave competent and confident.

THE SETTING

Choose lake calm or river flow

You can opt for a scenic lake or a river session, or have instructors come to a venue of your choice to suit the group’s goals and comfort level.

THE AMENITIES

Safe, supported group experience

Sessions run in a safe setting with access to changing rooms and toilets, making them practical for corporate groups and events.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

The session unfolds deliberately: an on‑land briefing establishes technique and safety before teams push out onto water. Beginners start on their knees to find balance, move into standing practice and then, for those keen, progress to turning drills and self‑rescue skills—all guided by instructors who tailor the pace to the group and the chosen lake or river setting.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits—and who should think twice.

1
Corporate teamsIdeal: customizable formats (team‑build, clean‑up or SUP Pilates) let organizers tailor a session to group aims and time available.
2
Active beginnersVery suitable: progressive, instructor‑led learning starts on land and advances at the group’s pace, making it accessible to those new to SUP.
3
Non‑swimmers or limited swimmersNot appropriate: all participants must be able to swim 50 metres unaided before taking part.
4
Participants with medical issuesManageable with disclosure: anyone with medical conditions or injuries must disclose them in advance and sign the operator’s waiver.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Options

Sessions are available in 2, 3 or 6‑hour formats.

Meeting location

You choose the meeting location: sessions can be run on a lake, a river, or at a venue near you.

What to bring

Wear practical clothing for the conditions and bring a towel and a change of clothes in case you get wet.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are the sessions?

Sessions are offered in 2, 3 or 6‑hour durations.

Where do we meet?

You can choose the meeting location: a lake, a river or a venue near you.

Do I need to be able to swim?

Yes—participants must be able to swim 50 metres unaided.

Are there medical or legal requirements?

Participants must disclose any medical conditions or injuries and sign a waiver before taking part.

What should I bring to the session?

Bring practical clothing suitable for the conditions, plus a towel and a change of clothes.