Slide Thames Paddleboarding
Kayaking & Canoeing With over 20 years paddling experience, our model is to take beginner and improvers out to build up a sound skill set on a one to one or group session basis. Our coaches deliver ten different British Canoeing skill development courses and assessments as well as BSUPA Paddleboard Awards.

Our Sessions

We take you out on lake, canal or river based expeditions which can be challenging or chilled according to the client's request.  These range from half days, full days to overnight sessions. As your skill develops we can add in mindfulness paddling which incorporates on-board yoga.

One to One Session

This two hour session take you from zero to hero with basic SUP control and safety.

Bespoke Group Skilled Development

Client led skill development for all intermediate to advanced craft users.

Paddleboard Yoga

Join a small group in a beautiful, tranquil lake setting for a mindful Sunday afternoon.

Ready to Ride, Touring, Race Group

Three levels of BSUPA endorsed skill safety courses for stand-up paddleboards.

Foundation Safety & Rescue Course

Day course to develop skills giving peace of mind when venturing out onto the water.

Core Coach Award

Two-day course exploring approaches to understanding and enabling learning.

Sheltered Water Coach Award

Two-day training for coaches who develop individuals paddlesport knowledge & skills.

Paddlesport Instructor Award

Introducing paddlesport to all by running fun, engaging taster & starter sessions.

Paddlesport Leader Assessment

Supports your existing skills and enables you to lead fun, safe and enjoyable trips.
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Testimonial

What people say about us
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Had so much fun this morning, the venue is spot on, it has everything you need. The instructions have a wealth of knowledge and put it across in a friendly and informative way. Great way to spend the morning. 

Max
Bespoke Group Development Participant
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The venue is beautiful – easy to get to, loved the church / views. Lots of information and learnt how to use my hips.

Jonny
One to One Session Participant
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Awesome fun on the water. Totally pushed to try new things. Not laughed so hard in ages. Just loved it. Learnt loads. Fun, friendly team in Jane, Ian and Adam. x

Hana
Bespoke Group Development Participant
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Jane and Ian are excellent coaches, very knowledgeable and I trusted them immediately.

Sophie
Foundation Safety & Rescue Course Participant
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Clear instructions, caring instructors about our mental health and they make it fun. Thank you for a very enjoyable day, certainly I’ll recommend.

Ellen
PaddleSport Leader Training Course Participant
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Very helpful choice of activities, clear instructions, I felt safe all the time and I learnt a lot, now need to keep practising!

Pip
Foundation Safety & Rescue Course Participant
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