Water safety and SUP fun: a junior paddle programme from Royal William Yard

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Water safety and SUP fun: a junior paddle programme from Royal William Yard

A Stand Up Paddle Boarding junior club for ages 9+ with 3-day weekly programmes and daily 10:30–14:30 sessions; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

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Water safety and SUP fun: a junior paddle programme from Royal William Yard.

Duration
4 hours
Location
Plymouth
Operator
South West SUP
Category
SUP
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Summer Holiday SUP Club Fit and Fed runs in Plymouth as a junior Stand Up Paddle Boarding programme for children aged nine and up, organised to teach core SUP skills, water safety and confidence in a small-group setting with experienced instructors and daily food provided as part of the Fit and Fed programme.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE INSTRUCTION

Experienced, small-group coaching

The club keeps group sizes small — one instructor for every six kids — so sessions focus on skill progression, safety and confidence for all ability levels.

THE PROVISION

All the kit and sensible safeguards

Instructors provide buoyancy aids and wetsuits for participants, and sessions emphasise water safety so children can learn in a supported environment.

THE FOOD

Fit and Fed — snacks and lunch included

As part of Plymouth’s Fit and Fed programme, the club supplies snacks and a daily lunch for every participant, removing one logistical worry for families.

What the day feels like

What a day feels like

Sessions run mid-morning into early afternoon and are structured to blend guided shore briefings, on-water skill development and supervised play; the emphasis is on steady progression, water-sense and social learning in a supportive junior-club environment.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this programme suits — and who should think twice.

1
Active children aged 9+Designed for young people aged nine and older; the programme accepts a range of ability levels from beginners to more experienced paddlers.
2
Families wanting structured childcareThe small instructor-to-child ratio (1:6) and included food make it a practical choice for parents seeking a supervised, active option during the holidays.
3
Non-swimmers or nervous childrenChildren must be comfortable in the water and ideally able to swim 25 m unaided, so the programme is not ideal for those who lack basic water confidence.
4
Drop-in attendeesEach week is run as a 3-day programme (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday); single days are available but booking the full programme is recommended for progression.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & session length

Sessions run 10:30–14:30 and are four hours in duration.

Where to meet

Meeting point for the club is Royal William Yard in Plymouth.

What to bring

Wetsuits are provided but you may bring your own; organisers supply buoyancy aids. Bring swimwear and anything else your child needs for a full day outdoors.

Food & care

Snacks and lunch are provided daily as part of Plymouth’s Fit and Fed programme.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages can join the junior club?

The club is for children aged 9 and up.

When do sessions run and how long are they?

Sessions run 10:30–14:30 and last approximately four hours; each week is scheduled as a three-day programme (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) with single days available.

Do you provide equipment?

Instructors provide buoyancy aids and wetsuits, though families may bring their own wetsuit if preferred.

Is food provided?

Yes — snacks and lunch are provided daily under the Fit and Fed programme.

What swimming ability is required?

Children must be comfortable in the water and it is recommended they can swim 25 m unaided.

How large are the groups?

Group sizes are kept small with a ratio of one instructor to six children.