Stand Up, Paddle Out: One-Hour SUP Lessons on Kenmore’s Water

KENMORE SUP FIELD GUIDE

Stand Up, Paddle Out: One-Hour SUP Lessons on Kenmore’s Water

A focused, one-hour lesson that teaches standing up, paddling and turning technique while covering essential on-water safety.

Stand Up, Paddle Out: One-Hour SUP Lessons on Kenmore’s Water.

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Location
Kenmore
Operator
WhatsSup Stand up Paddle & Kayak - Log Boom Park & Kenmore
Category
SUP
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

In a compact hour on calm water you’ll learn how to stand up on a paddleboard, develop basic paddling and turning technique, and absorb key safety information so your first strokes feel deliberate rather than accidental.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE THRILL

Standing Up for the First Time

The lesson is built around the moment you stand and paddle—an immediate, repeatable milestone that turns a flat-board float into active movement on the water.

THE BASICS

Paddling, Turning and Safety

Instruction covers foundational paddling strokes, turning tips and other essential safety information so you leave with practical skills, not just confidence.

THE READY-TO-GO RIG

All Essential Gear Provided

Lessons include a rental board, paddle, leash and personal flotation device, so you can focus on technique rather than equipment logistics.

What the day feels like

What the One-Hour Lesson Feels Like

Expect a tightly structured session that moves you from sitting or kneeling to standing, then into basic forward strokes and turns, with continual attention to simple safety practices so you can push toward independence on the board.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this lesson is built for and who should avoid it.

1
Teens & AdultsAges 10 and older.
2
Beginning PaddlersDesigned as an introductory lesson for those learning to stand and paddle; participants still must meet the age and swim requirements.
3
Non‑swimmersNot suitable — participants must know how to swim to take part in the lesson.
4
Under‑age ParticipantsChildren under 13 are not eligible to join; the lesson is restricted to ages 13 and up.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring swimwear, a towel and anything you need for sun protection; the operator provides the board, paddle, leash and a personal flotation device.

Provided Equipment

A rental board, paddle, leash and personal flotation device (PFD) are included with every lesson.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is a lesson?

Each lesson lasts one hour.

What are the age requirements?

Participants must be at least 13 years old.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes — you must know how to swim to participate.

What equipment is provided?

Lessons include a rental board, paddle, leash and a personal flotation device.

When are lessons scheduled?

Lessons are scheduled Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 to 12:30.