MANLY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
SUPBALL at Manly: Stand-up Paddleboards, Kids and a Raucous Non-contact Game
A fully coached, non-contact stand-up paddleboard game for kids aged 8–16 in Manly — ideal for birthday parties or after-school groups.
SUPBALL at Manly: Stand-up Paddleboards, Kids and a Raucous Non-contact Game.
SUPBALL distills netball, water polo, lacrosse and rugby into a fast, non-contact game played on stand-up paddleboards — a kid-sized collision of balance, teamwork and splash — designed specifically for 8–16 year olds and readily slotted into birthday parties or after-school activities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A hybrid sport made for SUP
SUPBALL mixes elements of netball, water polo, lacrosse and rugby into a coached, non-contact game delivered on stand-up paddleboards — an energetic introduction to paddling and teamwork.
Fully coached with gear supplied
The operator provides boards, paddles, a pre-game briefing, a coached skills session and refereeing for a friendly match, so no prior SUP experience is required.
Tailored for parties and groups
Designed as a memorable birthday party or after-school activity, SUPBALL is set up as a group game and encourages friendly competition and collaboration among participants.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
A typical SUPBALL session begins with an introduction to basic paddling and safety, moves into coached drills to learn the passing and court positioning unique to the sport, and culminates in a refereed, non-contact game played on a marked SUPBALL court — all geared toward having fun while building confidence on the water.
THE GAME
A hybrid sport made for SUP
SUPBALL mixes elements of netball, water polo, lacrosse and rugby into a coached, non-contact game delivered on stand-up paddleboards — an energetic introduction to paddling and teamwork.
THE SERVICE
Fully coached with gear supplied
The operator provides boards, paddles, a pre-game briefing, a coached skills session and refereeing for a friendly match, so no prior SUP experience is required.
THE OCCASION
Tailored for parties and groups
Designed as a memorable birthday party or after-school activity, SUPBALL is set up as a group game and encourages friendly competition and collaboration among participants.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this works for — and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Paddling clothes, drinking water, sunscreen and towel; on cooler days bring a thermal top, wind breaker or wetsuit and a dry change of clothes for after the paddle.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can take part?
SUPBALL Kids Parties are designed for children aged 8–16 years.
Is prior stand-up paddle experience required?
No prior SUP experience is needed; staff provide basic paddling instruction during the session.
What is the minimum group size?
There is a minimum of 6 participants required to run a SUPBALL session.
Do participants need to be able to swim?
All participants should be able to confidently swim 150 metres in open water.
Is equipment provided?
Yes — stand-up paddleboards, paddles, a SUPBALL ball, a marked SUPBALL court, pre-game briefing, coached skills session and refereeing are provided.
Can lifejackets be provided?
Lifejackets can be supplied for participants who need them.
How much does the session cost?
The offering is advertised as a fully coached game for $35 per person.