Essential SUP Skills Every Paddler Should Know
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New to paddle boarding? Want to be a more confident paddler? Want to refine your existing skills? Want to get back on your board smoothly after falling off?
It's time to take a formal lesson so you can be an effective and safe paddler, and maximize your enjoyment of the sport.
In this skills workshop you will learn:
* SUP equipment types (inflatable & hardboard). Anatomy of paddling equipment.
* Paddling Technique: How to hold the paddle, Stroke techniques, Body mechanics, Turning techniques, Slowing and stopping.
* Maneuvering: Entering and launching in the water, Mounting and dis-mounting the board, Turning while stationary and moving, Navigating the water, Avoiding obstacles and people, How to fall and re-mount.
* Effective paddling while low on the board versus standing.
* Safety: Reading the weather and environment, Safety equipment, Safe paddling practices on land and water, Communication on the water, Avoiding hazardous situations.
* Safety and Rescue techniques.
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Rates:
$45 pp
Class size is limited to 6 participants.
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Duration: 1.5 hours
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How to Prepare:
When you book your reservation, you'll receive a confirmation email that includes instructions on how to prepare.
## Requirements
- 12+ years of age
- Ability to swim unassisted
- 24 hour cancellation
- Signed waiver
- Valid I.D. to check-in.
It's time to take a formal lesson so you can be an effective and safe paddler, and maximize your enjoyment of the sport.
In this skills workshop you will learn:
* SUP equipment types (inflatable & hardboard). Anatomy of paddling equipment.
* Paddling Technique: How to hold the paddle, Stroke techniques, Body mechanics, Turning techniques, Slowing and stopping.
* Maneuvering: Entering and launching in the water, Mounting and dis-mounting the board, Turning while stationary and moving, Navigating the water, Avoiding obstacles and people, How to fall and re-mount.
* Effective paddling while low on the board versus standing.
* Safety: Reading the weather and environment, Safety equipment, Safe paddling practices on land and water, Communication on the water, Avoiding hazardous situations.
* Safety and Rescue techniques.
__
Rates:
$45 pp
Class size is limited to 6 participants.
__
Duration: 1.5 hours
__
How to Prepare:
When you book your reservation, you'll receive a confirmation email that includes instructions on how to prepare.
## Requirements
- 12+ years of age
- Ability to swim unassisted
- 24 hour cancellation
- Signed waiver
- Valid I.D. to check-in.
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Where is it happening?
Quail Lake COS, 915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.,Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
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Host or PublisherDragonfly Paddle Yoga
