lessons
Group surf lessons are now available!
If you’re asking yourself whether you should take a lesson, we say; absolutely! Our certified instructors can help you build a solid foundation of skills in either SUP, surf or both! Check out the types of lessons we offer to find what’s right for you. Looking forward to seeing you on the water!
SURF (wave) LESSONS
It's surf season and we are stoked! Join us and our ISA/ILS certified instructors for an intro to surfing fresh water swell, with actual fresh water swell!
Lessons are 90 minutes long and include dryland and in-water instruction. You will learn:
- Water safety
- Forecasting
- Surf etiquette
- Equipment info/care
- How to paddle/pop up/stand
Lessons include all necessary equipment (board, leash, wetsuit) Lesson is best for beginners to novice level surfers.
Prerequisites – students must have basic swimming skills Students must be 14 years of age or older to join a group lesson
SUP BASICS - returning 2022
Looking to experience Lake Huron’s crystal-clear waters on a Stand-Up Paddle Board? Learn everything you need to know about Paddle Boarding with a SUP Basics lesson!
SUP Lessons are 1 hour long and are composed of both dryland and on-water instruction where you will learn:
- Water safety
- Equipment info/care
- Proper paddling technique
- Board control (i.e. paddling, turning, accelerating, and decelerating speed)
Lessons include all necessary equipment (paddle board, leash, paddle, lifejacket)
* Prerequisites – students must have basic swimming skills
* Youth 12 and under must have a parent/guardian join the lesson
FLAT WATER SURF - returning 2022
Do you want to learn how to surf the Great Lakes? We highly recommend it, the stoke is unbeatable! A flat-water class is designed for non-wave days and is perfect for first timers, beginners, and kids. There is so much to learn and practice before you even catch your first wave! Lessons are 75 minutes long and include dryland and in-water components where you will learn:
- Water safety
- Forecasting
- Surf etiquette
- Equipment info/care
- How to paddle
- Popping-up
- Correcting and perfecting your surf stance
Lessons include all necessary equipment (surfboard, leash)
Wetsuits are available for an extra fee of $20
* Prerequisites – students must have basic swimming skills
* Youth 12 and under must have a parent/guardian join the lesson
SUNSET SUP BASICS - returning 2022
What better way to learn how to Stand Up Paddle Board than during one of Lake Huron's famous sunsets? Stand with confidence as our certified instructors teach you proper paddling techniques, effective turns, and necessary SUP safety.
SUNSET SUP PADDLE returning 2022
Enjoy a beautiful community paddle as the sun sets on Station Beach while the Phantom Piper (a resident Pipe Band member) scores your evening from atop Kincardine's lighthouse.
SUP YOGA - returning 2022
SurfSup has teamed up with Shakti Rhythym Yoga to offer you SUP Yoga! This fun take on traditional yoga is a little lighter than your typical class but with the added challenge of not falling in the lake (unless of course you want to). Enhance your core strength and develop your sense of balance with the ever talented Eric Cunliffe, who will take you on a memorable journey each and every class.
