June 4th In Oakland, join us for a clinic with Suzie Cooney & Boga Paddleboards.

What you’ll learn in this clinic:

Basic board/paddle knowledge
How to SUP: paddling, turning
Fine tune your stroke
Water safety
How to get stronger for SUP
Build confidence
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About Suzie:

From her home base on Maui Suzie has taught and hosted hundreds of people from around the world and will share with you all her secrets in this special clinic supporting our local chapter of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, to bring awareness to mental health. We’re lucky to be hosting Suzie here in the Bay Area!

Clinic limited to 18 participants | Age 18 and over for the clinic

For more info on Suzie visit Suzie Trains Maui or Stand Up Paddling Fitness.

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Board demos from BOGA PADDLEBOARDS from 10am—1pm:

Now is your chance to try Stand Up Paddle Boarding, the worlds fastest growing aquatic sport. The BOGA team will be available for free demos on our newest line of Stand Up Paddle Boards. Enjoy the water from a new perspective, bring the family, all ages welcome!

Contact info:

Lucija Kordic (lucyland at gmail dot com)
Ben Carroll (ben at calkayak dot com)
Sorry, no refunds since this is a fundraiser for NAMI.

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What to bring:

Sunscreen
Towel
Booties if you need them
Hat
Comfortable clothing – moisture wicking recommended
Hand sanitizer (porta potties!)
Water and powerbars will be provided
Board and equipment rental are included in the price

“What Ever Floats Your Board”
Whether you dropped your board loading it on your car, ran into your competitor at last weeks race or had a run in with Jaws while paddling at the Farallons don’t despair I’m able to do your repair.
Free estimates, skilled labor and reasonable rates.

(970) 379-4473 Leave a message for alex
awinh2o@gmail.com

Learn to SUP with the Pros

All our lessons and classes are taught by experienced instructors with numerous years of paddling on the Bay. They specifically know the local currents, the tides, the changing weather, and they are prepared fto offer you a wonderful and fun experience. Our instructors have experience ranging from Stand Up Paddleboard racing, Stand Up Paddleboard Surfing, Whitewater Kayaking. Kiteboarding and Sea Kayaking.

A) Introductory SUP Class

Learn the basics of Stand Up Paddling in this two hour class. The land portion is about 20 minutes and then you’ll go for a paddle along the waterfront with your instructor to fine tune your technique.

When: Saturday, Sunday mornings 8-10am, Wednesdays 12-2pm. Or schedule a private class anytime with 6-12 paddlers.
Cost: $60 per person (group discounts available)
email us for more details

B) Private SUP Class

Learn the basics of Stand Up Paddle Boarding or improve your technique in a one to one class. The private SUP class is the best way to make fast and solid progress in order to gain autonomy on the Paddleboard. We specifically work on:

• efficient stroke technique
• balance
• turns
• handling wakes, swell and waves

When: To be schedule at your convenience.
Cost: 2 hour private lesson(board & paddle included): $120/ person, $200 for 2 pers, $240 for 3 pers…
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Once one has learned the basics of Stand Up Paddleboarding, the Bay Area is the most fantastic playground one can imagine. Protected coves and bays, islands, big swell, surfing… At Sup The Bay, we suggest that you check out and participate in our SUP Adventures on the Bay:
• Paddle around Angel Island (intermediate ++)
• Paddle under the Golden Gate bridge (intermediate +)
• Paddle from Rodeo Beach to Sausalito (expert)
• Paddle around Alcatraz
• Downwinder from the Golden Gate to Berkeley
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This site will feature:
• board revues
• techniques
• women specific SUPing
• events
• an online shop with gear, lessons and rentals

Email us: supthebay@gmail.com