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If you're looking for a family activity during the summer holidays, check out our stand up paddle board lessons In Chichester and Bracklesham.

Surfs SUP Watersports provides all sorts of water based activities, lessons  and events in Chichester and surrounding areas.

1  hour

  • FAMILY: £120 / (1hr) 4 ppl ticket + £25 extra children

2  hours

  • FAMILY: £200 / (2hrs) 4 ppl ticket + £25 extra children
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Our Family paddleboarding lessons are a great way to enjoy some quality time with your kids, whilst learning a new sport.

The group is made up of 2 adults and 2 kids, but you can add more kids into the session for £25 per person.

Most of the time, mum and dad aren’t as good as the kids, so we’ll make sure they don’t make you look too bad, but you’ll probably find they want to get you wet, playing some fun games.

Aside of having fun, we’re big into making sure everyone knows how to be safe around water, so we will cover various things that bring out the best in being aware.

With our ASI qualified instructors, the sessions are totally safe and fun, working from our base on Chichester Canal, Hunston, which offers a calm, non tidal waterway.  We also run lessons in Chichester Harbour.

R ecommendations

* Family lessons:  as a family of 2 adults and 2 or more kids, you will be able to enjoy stand up paddleboarding together. When you then go out together, with your own kit, you’re better educated and capable. They have to be 11+ yrs old to paddle on a family lesson.

D etails
  • Level: Intro paddleboarding
  • Water: Flat
  • Kit: Inflatable sup
    Outfit: Wetsuit, shoes / boots (can be hired)
    Safety: PFD
  • Where: Chichester Canal
  • Duration: 2hrs
  • + Family: 2 adults, 2 kids + extras
  • Ages: min 11+
asi qualified paddleboarding instructor
  • ASI Qualified Instruction, with our multi-sport instructors.
  • 30+ yrs coaching experience
  • Fully Insured.
  • DBS Checked
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  • Attendees must agree to the following terms and conditions to be able to book their lessons & or any similar activities offered by Surfs SUP Watersports
  • By agreeing to these terms and conditions attendees are confirming that are physically capable of taking part in the activities we offer and have no known ailments or injuries that could hinder them in any way or form whilst participating in the activities we offer.
  • The terms and conditions of all agreements made shall be subject to, and governed by, English Law.
  • No booking is confirmed until the agreed payment is received. We accept payment by cash or bank transfer
  • All group booking must be paid for immediately upon booking
  • Children under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Before using Surfs SUP Watersports equipment and services, we will clearly describe the safe sailing area, after which we waive responsibility for your actions. Rescue cover is provided and the sailing areas will be continually observed when clientele are on the water.
  • We reserve the right to assess the sailing ability of each client before allowing them to use our equipment. If we deem their sailing is sub-standard, we are entitled to deny them use of our kit.
  • Any persons arriving late to a session may not be allowed to join if the session is already underway and no refund or reschedule will be offered.

 

BUYING TICKETS

  • When buying tickets for windsurfing and wing surfing  or wing foiling lessons, you are buying a redeemable voucher.
  • This voucher has a 3 month usage period from the day of purchase.
  • Once the period is over, the voucher is considered as USED and can no longer be assigned to a lesson.
  • A ticket cannot be refunded for any reason, but can be transferred to another person.

 

CANCELLATIONS / RESCHEDULING

  • If bad weather affect a booking it will be rescheduled. You will be able to book alternative dates on which to return and complete your lessons.
  • All decisions regarding the running or cancellation of any course are only at the discretion of the course instructor.
  • The courses we offer are both tide and weather dependent. We aim to book slots based on these variables in advance where possible.
  • In the event of any cancellation or rescheduling, Surfs SUP Watersports will not be held liable for the cost of lost insurance premiums, travel expenses, pre-booked accommodation costs or any other costs incurred.
  • Wind sports such as winging and windsurfing are very much tide and wind dependent and as such we try to plan lesson dates based on those variables. In the event of either of those variables changing, we may offer to reschedule.
  • In the event of an instructor becoming unavailable for any reason, we may need to reschedule if a replacement instructor cannot be found.
  • A reschedule can be requested once by a customer up to 7 days  before the lesson date. If the client requests to reschedule within the 7 days, we reserve the right  to reject this request.
  • Requests to cancel or reschedule, must be made by email and will be recognised once we confirm receipt of the email and not when sent by the customer. e.g if sent on the 3rd, but we read the request on the 4th, then the timing in relation to 14 or days before lessons will be counted from the 4th.

 

REFUNDS

  • If we offer to reschedule a lesson, no refunds can be made and it is the choice of the client to work with us to find a suitable date.
  • If you cancel a lesson for any reason within 14 days of the lesson date, a charge of 50% will be made.
  • If you cancel a lesson for any reason within 7 days of the lesson date, a charge of 100% will be made and no reschedule will be offered.
  • If the client fails to attend a course then no refunds or reschedule options can be made available.

 

LIABILITY & INSURANCE

  • It is understood that all activities that  Surfs SUP Watersports offers are potentially dangerous. All participants must be aware of this and accept the risks associated with their booked activity.
  • Injury arising from any activities we offer can only be accepted if caused by negligence on the part of  Surfs SUP Watersports .
  • No insurance is provided by Surfs SUP Watersports to cover equipment, whilst being used by the client. We therefore ask you to treat the equipment with care and listen to instructions given by your instructor.
    Minor damage and scrapes are not a problem, but any damage that needs repair or replacement will be passed to the client to pay for.
  •  Surfs SUP Watersports  is under no liability whatsoever in respect of loss or damage to clients property or equipment, however caused.
  • Although not a legal requirement in the UK we advise all participants on any activity that  Surfs SUP Watersports offers to have 3rd party liability Insurance.
  • If participating in activities outside of the UK but taught by  Surfs SUP Watersports attendees must have relevant personal accident cover
  • Participants who provide their own equipment and clothing must ensure that it is suitable for the activities participated in & within this  Surfs SUP Watersports  reserves the right to refuse participation for an attendee if their equipment is deemed unsafe or it is not fit for purpose.

 

HEALTH AND SAFETY

  • Due to the nature of activities we offer, all participants should be physically fit.
  • All participants are required to give contact details of a 3rd party we can contact in any case of an emergency
  • Anyone with a medical condition must seek medical advice before considering participating.
  •  Surfs SUP Watersports  must be informed of any medical conditions (asthma, epilepsy, deafness, etc.) or any other special needs of any/all participants.
  •  Surfs SUP Watersports  reserves the right to refuse a person who is at a high risk to him/herself or other participants on the course.
  • All participants must be confident in open water and able to swim at least 100m unaided.
  •  Surfs SUP Watersports  reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone considered to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  •  Surfs SUP Watersports  may require any participant to leave the course if that person acts in any such manner deemed as unsociable, or reducing the enjoyment of other participants or is endangering him / herself, another participant or a 3rd party.
  • We ask you to leave plenty of time to get to the venue. Many of the courses and experiences we offer require a safety briefing and it is essential that the participant attends in time for this.

 

GIFT VOUCHERS

  • Any purchased vouchers must be redeemed within 12 months of purchase date.
  • Any purchased vouchers cannot be refunded unless it is within 14 days of purchase date.

 

UNDERSTANDING

  • When making your booking it is implied and accepted that you have read and understood all these booking conditions and you agree to abide by them.
Wing sup lessons get you started!
It is important to understand the fundamentals, of any windsport, so you can progress quickly, which is why we’ve developed our 2 programs.
  • 2.5 hour wind sup taster session is aimed at those who have some windsport experience, especially windsurfing or kiting.
  • 4 hour wind sup lesson is for those with no windsport experience, so we go into more detail about understanding wind and this environment.
All of our sessions run in flat water with winds from 8 knots upwards.
What kit do we use
We’ve tried many types of boards to give the best experience and landed on our windsurf boards that are stable and have great upwind capabilities. This means you can focus on the wing and new ideas, over trying to balance, which really improves the learning speed. We also use the BBTalkin intercoms to chat with you, as the wind can make it difficult to shout instructions once on the water. This is a headset attached to a helmet, so you have nothing more to do other  than listen and reply.
Where do we Wing SUP and Foil
Surfs SUP Watersports is based in Bracklesham, with our mobile facility working in Chichester Harbour, Poole, Pagham, East Wittering and Hayling Island. Many of our wing sup lessons are run in Chichester Harbour, which offers flat water and clean wind, affording us a safe environment.
Calendar booking online
  • Our calendar shows slots available. Due to tidal/wind/weather differences, we may change start times and will advise all attendees accordingly prior to the event date.
What to bring
  • A towel and some warm clothing, even in the summer, is recommended.
  • Asthma spray or epi pen if you use them. Please read the rules regards this.
  • Light food and drink for after the session.
Kit supplied
  • All equipment and tuition are included, but it is preferable if you have a wetsuit of your own and booties. Buoyancy aids are supplied unless you have your own.
  • Wetsuits must be prebooked.
Itinerary
  • Arrive 20 minutes before your time slot.
  • Upon arrival, we need you to complete a registration form, get kitted out after which time we will deliver a safety briefing.
Rules
  • Please do not bring any valuable items.
  • You must manage any meds and make us aware pre-joining the session.
  • Sessions can be weather dependent and may be rescheduled if conditions are not suitable, especially open water and surf.
  • Your session starts at the agreed lesson time advertised and cannot be offset or delayed on the day.
How do our windsurfing lessons run
Our aim is to get you up and windsurfing quickly, as water time is where you really experience Windsurfing, so we have a quickstart process for our lessons: Meet and greet at start time (we start on time, so please arrive early)
  1. Gather with all kit on the water’s edge.
  2. Quick safety briefing from the instructor.
  3. On water  / land demo. Each person engages in this process as doing is better than seeing.
  4. All onto the water.
This whole process should take no more than 30 minutes, giving us a windsurfing time of around an hour and a half.
What to bring
  • A towel and some warm clothing, even in the summer, is recommended.
  • Asthma spray or epi-pen if you use them. Please read the rules regards this.
  • Light food and drink for after the session.
  • Jelly shoes or watersports shoes.
  • Wetsuit if you have one.
Kit supplied
  • All equipment and tuition are included, but it is preferable if you have a wetsuit of your own and booties. Buoyancy aids are supplied, unless you have your own.
  • Wetsuits must be prebooked.
Itinerary
  • Arrive 20 minutes before your time slot.
  • Upon arrival, we need you to complete a registration form, get kitted out, after which time we will deliver a safety briefing.
Rules
  • Please do not bring any valuable items.
  • You must manage any meds and make us aware pre-joining the session.
  • Sessions can be weather dependent and may be rescheduled if conditions are not suitable, especially open water and surf.
  • Your session starts at the agreed lesson time advertised and cannot be offset or delayed on the day.
Where do our sup and paddleboard lessons run

We paddle from differing locations, depending on the prevailing conditions. Bracklesham Beach, Chichester canal and inland waters, Hayling Island, Chichester Harbour, Pulborough – River Arun

How lessons run

Our aim is to get you up and paddling quickly, as water time is where you really experience SUP, so we have a quickstart process for our lessons:

Meet and greet at start time (we start on time, so please arrive early)

  1. Gather with all kit on the water’s edge.
  2. Quick safety briefing from the instructor.
  3. On water  / land demo.
  4. All onto the water.

This whole process should take no more than 15-20 minutes, giving us a paddling time of around an hour and a half.

What to bring
  • A towel and some warm clothing, even in the summer, is recommended.
  • Wetsuit and jelly shoes if you have some.
  • Asthma spray or epi pen if you use them. Please read the rules regards this.
  • Light food and drink for after the session.
Kit supplied
  • All equipment and tuition are included, but it is preferable if you have a wetsuit of your own and booties. Buoyancy aids are supplied unless you have your own.
  • Boards used include:   Aqua Marina Fusion, Aqua Marina Coral and Aqua Marina Beast.  All of them were chosen because of there performance and ease of use for both beginner to intermediate paddler.
  • Wetsuits must be prebooked.
Rules
  • Please do not bring any valuable items.
  • You must manage any meds and make us aware pre-joining the session.
  • Sessions can be weather dependent and may be rescheduled if conditions are not suitable, especially open water and surf.
  • Your session starts at the agreed lesson time advertised and cannot be offset or delayed on the day

Things to be aware of with any watersports:

  • Conditions, be it wind, tide dictate the ability to run a lesson, for safety reasons.
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