DENVER SUP FIELD GUIDE
Whitewater Paddleboarding on the South Platte: River Clinic at River Run Park
A 2.5-hour whitewater paddleboard clinic in Denver that provides all gear and basic instruction for navigating the South Platte—this guide distills what to expect and how the session flows.
Whitewater Paddleboarding on the South Platte: River Clinic at River Run Park.
Experience the thrill of whitewater paddleboarding at River Run Park in Denver, where Rocky Mountain Paddleboard runs a focused 2.5-hour River Clinic teaching fundamentals and putting participants on the South Platte for an active, on-water session.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Whitewater Paddleboarding
This River Clinic centers on whitewater paddleboarding—an introduction to standing-up on a board while negotiating the moving water of the South Platte, with instruction geared toward building basic river skills.
All Gear and Basics Provided
Participants receive all necessary gear and foundational coaching during the 2.5-hour program, making the clinic an accessible way to learn river fundamentals without bringing equipment of your own.
On the South Platte at River Run Park
The session places paddlers onto the South Platte at River Run Park for an introduction to navigating moving water and the sensations unique to river paddleboarding.
What the day feels like
What the River Clinic Feels Like
Over the course of the 2.5-hour clinic you receive gear, learn core paddleboard techniques, and transition from instruction to on-water practice as you navigate sections of the South Platte at River Run Park—an active, skill-focused outing run by Rocky Mountain Paddleboard.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this clinic suits—and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All necessary gear is provided by the operator; come dressed for water activity and expect to be on the river during the 2.5-hour clinic.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the River Clinic?
The clinic runs for 2.5 hours.
Where does the clinic take place?
The River Clinic runs at River Run Park on the South Platte in Denver.
Who operates the River Clinic?
Rocky Mountain Paddleboard operates the River Clinic.
Do I need to bring my own paddleboard or safety gear?
No—participants receive all necessary gear as part of the clinic.
What will I learn during the clinic?
The session covers basic paddleboarding techniques and instruction for navigating the moving water of the South Platte.