"Ollie for an excellent improver session this morning at Chalkwell beach delivered via Saltwater SUP."
"Our coaches were both great! I had a lot of fun and felt like I picked it up really quickly."
"The Saltwater team are huge enthusiasts & offer a club membership which brings paddle boarders together."
"Lauren the yoga instructor was brilliant, and very helpful."
"Amy and Lydia looked after everybody and supported them whatever their level of ability."
"Jeff and his team were welcoming, highly knowledgeable and exceptional teachers."
"The instructors, Ollie and Abbie were very knowledgeable and excellent at teaching the skill of paddleboarding."
"The instructor was fun, encouraging and great at explaining the basics to be safe in the water."
Cons:
-
Course Content and Learning
Pros:
"Good clear instructions and positive feedback building on what I could do."
"They made sure everyone was confident asking questions about anything and gave the perfect amount of information."
"I’d particularly recommend technique coaching or navigating tips from the experts to make you go faster, keep you injury free and safe!"
"The yoga session was great for beginners and advanced alike."
"As a first timer I think the instructors could probably tell I was a little nervous."
"I attended the taster session recently, having wanted to try SUP for some time and not feeling confident enough."
"Had a great ready to race course with Jeff and Ollie! I must say that they both really are passionate about sup."
"Had a beginners taster today in Chalkwell and I most definitely have the paddle boarding bug already!"
Cons:
"The only trouble is now that I want to do more of the hobby/sport so I have scratched an itch that could be expensive."
No other negative comments about course content and learning were mentioned in the reviews.
Social Aspect and Community
Pros:
"The Saltwater team offer a club membership which brings paddle boarders together for social rides."
"Have now joined the membership and been on my first social, such a great way to unwind."
"Not only do you learn a lot about safety and technique, you get to meet some lovely people too."
"It’s always a pleasure seeing them out on the water and I can not recommend them more! Not only are the lessons fab but the social side is awesome as well."
"The socials are fun and well organised. I'm new to the area so a great way to meet new people."
"I love being a part of the Saltwater community, everyone has been so friendly and welcoming!"
"Saltwater SUP and Cafe have become part of my life where i paddle with other members and use the Cafe on a regular basis."
"I’ve been riding all through the winter, now own 2 boards and I’m part of the Saltwater SUP race team."