BOHINJSKO JEZERO SUP FIELD GUIDE
Stand Up on Slovenia’s Quiet Lake: A 3‑Hour Beginner SUP Course at Bohinjsko jezero
A focused, instructor‑led beginner SUP course that teaches standing, core paddling technique, and water‑safety skills on Lake Bohinj—useful for anyone wanting a safe, efficient introduction.
Stand Up on Slovenia’s Quiet Lake: A 3‑Hour Beginner SUP Course at Bohinjsko jezero.
Set beneath the Julian Alps on Bohinjsko jezero, this beginner SUP course teaches complete novices how to stand on a board, master basic paddling technique, and learn essential water‑safety skills under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Stand up and paddle — fast
The course is tailored to beginners and occasional paddlers, focusing on the core skills: standing on the board, basic stroke mechanics, and balance drills that get you comfortable on flat water.
Instructor‑led water‑safety and technique
Instruction is delivered in a friendly, safe environment by an experienced, internationally certified instructor, with emphasis on safety practices and progressive skill building for new paddlers.
Flatwater lake learning
Lake Bohinj provides a protected flatwater setting ideal for practicing entries, balance and strokes without strong currents or big waves—an environment purpose‑built for a beginner course.
What the day feels like
What the morning (or afternoon) feels like
In three focused hours you move from dryland guidance to hands‑on practice: a safety briefing and equipment orientation, simple balance and stance drills on shore, then progressively longer on‑water practice where you learn how to launch, stand, and apply basic paddling techniques under continual instructor feedback.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course runs for approximately 3 hours.
No specific equipment list is provided in the supplied data—check with the operator for whether boards and PFDs are supplied and for clothing recommendations.
Session takes place on Bohinjsko jezero in the Radovljica area of Slovenia; confirm exact lakeside meeting point with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the SUP course?
The beginner SUP course lasts 3 hours.
Do I need prior experience to join?
No prior experience is required—the course is designed for complete beginners and occasional paddleboarders.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
Yes. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
What skills will I learn?
You will learn how to stand up on a paddleboard, fundamental paddling techniques, and essential water‑safety practices.
Who teaches the course?
The course is delivered by an experienced, internationally certified instructor (as described in the course overview).
Where does the session take place?
The session takes place on Lake Bohinj (Bohinjsko jezero) in the Radovljica area of Slovenia; confirm the exact meeting point with the operator.