Paddleboarding (SUP) Lessons on The Lizard Peninsula

Join a paddleboarding session on the beautiful Cornish coast, where you’ll receive expert instruction and explore the coastline in a safe and fun environment. Whether you're trying paddleboarding for the first time or want to improve your technique, our instructors will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident on the water. These sessions cater to all skill levels, with a focus on helping you develop your skills while enjoying the natural surroundings. The combination of professional coaching and beautiful coastal scenery ensures you’ll have an unforgettable time on the water.

Key Details

Group Size: 1-12 people
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Location: Cadgwith Cove or Mullion Cove (weather-dependent)
Age Range: 10+ years

Key Skills

Learning how to paddle, balance, and steer with proper technique
Understanding water safety and managing equipment
Developing confidence in a variety of coastal conditions
Exploring unique coastal features, such as caves, cliffs, and marine life
Building strength and coordination while paddling through varying water conditions

What to Expect

Each session begins with a detailed safety briefing and equipment introduction, where you'll learn the key skills needed to navigate your paddleboard effectively. After familiarising yourself with the basics, you’ll head out on the water to explore Cornwall’s scenic coastline, paddling through calm waters and discovering hidden coves and quiet beaches. As you progress, your instructor will offer guidance and tips to help you improve your technique, focusing on balance, paddling efficiency, and steering. The exact location of your session will be confirmed the day before, based on the weather conditions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable outing.

You’ll have the chance to explore the coastline's best features, including rocky coves, cliffs, and an array of marine life, providing you with a memorable paddling experience. As an added bonus, free session photography is included so you can capture the highlights of your adventure, creating lasting memories to cherish for years to come.

Location

Sessions are held at either Cadgwith Cove or Mullion Cove on the Lizard Peninsula. Both locations offer sheltered coves perfect for learning and plenty of coastline to explore as you gain confidence on the board. Cadgwith Cove is known for its dramatic cliffs and picturesque fishing village, while Mullion Cove boasts rugged terrain and clear waters, ideal for exploring marine life.

Both locations are only a short distance from each other, making them easily accessible for a day of paddleboarding.

Prerequisites

No previous paddleboarding experience is necessary, as the session is designed for beginners and those with some experience. Instructors will guide you through every step of the way to help you gain confidence on the water. To participate, you must be at least 10 years old.

Children under 12 will need an accompanying adult for any kayaking session, though paddleboarding is open to younger participants when supervised by an adult.

Why Choose Us

With over two decades of adventure sports expertise, the centre is renowned for its professional coaching and dedication to providing unforgettable outdoor experiences. Led by Chris, a former British Team Head Coach, and a team of hand-picked instructors, the centre ensures that every session is delivered safely and effectively, with the focus on helping each participant progress at their own pace.

The centre’s commitment to high-quality instruction and safety, along with its love for the outdoors, makes it one of the most respected adventure sports providers in the UK.

Expert instruction
Full equipment hire
Safety briefing
Free session photography
2.5–3 hours of paddling

Personal insurance
Transport to and from the meeting point

Each session lasts between 2.5 to 3 hours, with time spent on both land and water.

This duration includes a safety briefing, equipment introduction, and time spent paddling and exploring the coastline.

If the weather conditions, such as high winds or heavy rain, aren’t safe for paddleboarding, we’ll contact you to confirm a nearby alternative location.

Your safety is our priority, and we'll always choose the safest location for your session.

Absolutely! These sessions are suitable for all skill levels, including beginners.

Our instructors will teach you the basics, and guide you through the learning process at a comfortable pace.

We provide all the necessary equipment for the session, but it’s advisable to bring swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes.

If you’re sensitive to the cold, a wetsuit is also recommended, although we provide them for the session.

Yes, children as young as 10 can join the sessions. However, participants under 12 will need an accompanying adult to join them on the water.

This ensures safety and supervision throughout the session.

While strong swimming skills aren’t essential, participants should be comfortable in the water.

The sessions are held in sheltered coves with calm waters, and buoyancy aids are provided for added safety.

With over 15 years coaching experience our head coach Chris leads a team of 12 + coaches, all of whom have been hand picked to ensure the highest levels of quality and professionalism are achieved on a daily basis for all ages and abilities. All our coaches and guides are fully qualified lifeguards and we’re one of the only surf and coasteering centres to hold the prestigious AALA licence.