TONBRIDGE SUP FIELD GUIDE
Kids Paddle Club on the Medway — Tonbridge’s Mini SUP Expedition for 8–14s
A supervised stand-up paddleboarding club for 8–14-year-olds on the River Medway; this guide explains session lengths, learning goals and the meeting logistics.
Kids Paddle Club on the Medway — Tonbridge’s Mini SUP Expedition for 8–14s.
Set on the slow, tree-lined bends of the River Medway in Tonbridge, the Kids Paddle Club gathers 8- to 14-year-olds for coached stand‑up paddleboarding in a relaxed, team-focused setting. Under qualified instructors children learn basic SUP technique, river safety and playful tricks while discovering the Medway as a local playground.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Discover the River Medway
Sessions take place on the River Medway, where kids paddle together as a team and explore the immediate river environment under guided supervision.
Fundamentals, Safety and Tricks
The club teaches essential stand‑up paddleboarding skills, river safety and a repertoire of tricks that help young paddlers progress in a safe, fun way.
Qualified Coaching for Young Paddlers
Sessions are led by fully qualified British Canoeing instructors who focus on teamwork, safe river behaviour and building confidence on the board.
What the day feels like
What the Club Feels Like
The Kids Paddle Club is a compact, active session: meet at the launch point, learn and refine board skills together, practise safety and teamwork on the water, and work through playful tricks under instructor coaching — all paced to suit 8–14-year-olds in a relaxed group environment.
THE RIVER
Discover the River Medway
Sessions take place on the River Medway, where kids paddle together as a team and explore the immediate river environment under guided supervision.
THE SKILLS
Fundamentals, Safety and Tricks
The club teaches essential stand‑up paddleboarding skills, river safety and a repertoire of tricks that help young paddlers progress in a safe, fun way.
THE INSTRUCTORS
Qualified Coaching for Young Paddlers
Sessions are led by fully qualified British Canoeing instructors who focus on teamwork, safe river behaviour and building confidence on the board.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this club suits — and who it’s designed for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions run during term time as 1.5‑hour meetings; school‑holiday sessions extend to 3 hours.
All sessions meet at Lower Castle Field in Tonbridge; check the operator’s instructions for exact arrival time and check‑in procedures.
The club is run by Epic Life and led by fully qualified British Canoeing instructors who deliver coaching, safety briefings and group skills work.
Confirm specific kit and clothing requirements with Epic Life prior to the session; the operator will advise what participants should bring or wear.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can join the Kids Paddle Club?
The club is for children aged 8 to 14 years.
How long is each session?
Term‑time sessions run 1.5 hours; school‑holiday sessions run 3 hours.
Where do we meet for the session?
Sessions meet at Lower Castle Field in Tonbridge.
Who leads the sessions?
Sessions are led by fully qualified British Canoeing instructors provided by the operator, Epic Life.
What will the children learn?
Participants learn essential stand‑up paddleboarding skills, river safety, teamwork and a range of tricks appropriate to their level.
Who operates the Kids Paddle Club?
The club is operated by Epic Life.