Our private 1:1 Standup Paddleboard (SUP) lessons offer personalised instruction tailored to your specific goals, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills. With a friendly, qualified BSUPA instructor, you’ll receive focused, hands-on coaching that accelerates your progress and ensures you get the most out of your time on the water. This one-to-one setting allows you to build confidence at your own pace while mastering the core techniques of SUPing in a relaxed, supportive environment.
During your private 1:1 lesson, you’ll receive expert instruction covering everything from basic paddleboarding techniques to more advanced manoeuvres, depending on your current ability and goals. The lesson will start with safety and self-rescue techniques, followed by learning to kneel and stand confidently on the board. You’ll also practise essential paddle techniques, flat water paddling, and basic turns, all in the calm, shallow waters of Hove Lagoon. With the extra hour of SUP hire after your lesson, you'll have the perfect opportunity to practise your newfound skills at your own pace.
Whether you're completely new to SUP or want to work on specific skills like turns or balance, the session is tailored to suit your needs.
All 1:1 SUP lessons take place at Hove Lagoon, a sheltered and shallow body of seawater just minutes from Brighton’s seafront. This ideal location offers calm conditions for learning and practising SUP in a safe, controlled environment before progressing to more challenging open-water conditions.
This lesson is designed for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced paddlers. No prerequisites are required, and the lesson will be customised to your skill level. If you are a non-swimmer, please let us know in advance so we can adjust the session to ensure your comfort and safety.
At Hove Lagoon, we are committed to providing the best learning environment for SUP, with over 20 years of experience in water sports training. Our qualified BSUPA instructors ensure personalised, high-quality tuition, tailored to your goals and experience level. Whether you’re learning the basics or refining advanced techniques, we guarantee you’ll finish the session with improved skills and greater confidence. With flexible scheduling, top-quality equipment, and an ideal location for beginners, we make it easy and enjoyable to progress in your paddleboarding journey. Plus, with our success guarantee, we’re confident you’ll leave the session feeling accomplished—if not, your next session is free!
Book your 1:1 SUP Tuition today and take your paddleboarding skills to the next level!
We are located at Hove Lagoon. You will be sent the full address and postcode upon booking, but here is a guide to finding us:
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No prior experience is necessary. Our private 1:1 SUP lessons are tailored to your skill level, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced paddler looking to refine specific techniques. Our BSUPA-qualified instructors will guide you through the basics or focus on more advanced skills depending on your goals.
The lesson is tailored to your experience and goals. For beginners, you’ll learn how to kneel and stand on the paddleboard, basic paddle techniques, turning, and self-rescue methods. More advanced participants can work on refining their paddle strokes, improving balance, mastering turns, or tackling open-water challenges. By the end of the session, you’ll have greater confidence and skill on the board.
The session is 1 hour long with a BSUPA instructor, followed by an additional hour of SUP hire, allowing you to practise your skills on your own. This gives you plenty of time to consolidate what you've learned in a supportive and relaxed setting.
We run SUP lessons in most weather conditions, including light rain. However, if there are strong winds or lightning, we may cancel the session for safety reasons. In the case of cancellation due to weather, we’ll reschedule your lesson at no additional cost.
Yes, it’s safe, but please inform us in advance if you’re not a strong swimmer. Our instructors will make appropriate adjustments, and buoyancy aids are provided to ensure your safety. The waters of Hove Lagoon are shallow and calm, making it an ideal environment for beginners and non-swimmers alike.
Yes, you can add a second person to your 1:1 lesson for an additional £40, or bring up to three more participants for £25 each. It’s a great way to learn with friends or family while still receiving personalised attention from your instructor.
At Hove Lagoon, we offer full on-site facilities, including changing rooms, hot showers, and lockers for storing valuables. There is also a café where you can grab refreshments before or after your session. The location provides everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
We provide wetsuits, so you’ll stay warm even in cooler weather. For added comfort, bring an extra layer for after the session. On colder days, it’s also a good idea to wear thermal swimwear under the wetsuit for additional warmth.
We guarantee success! If you don’t feel confident in your paddleboarding skills by the end of the lesson, we offer a free session to help you improve further. Your satisfaction and progress are our priorities.
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