Experience Paddle Boarding in Yorkshire
Stand Up Paddle Boarding is quite simply an incredible experience for all ages and abilities.
Let us take you and your group of friends/family on the beautiful Ripley Castle Lake.
After some fun introductions and warm ups on the bank, we will be equip you with a paddle, leash, and of course a Paddle Board. It's then onto the water and time for some serious fun! We will start you off paddling in a simple kneeling position, this is a great way for you to become one with your board and paddle!
Once mastered, you're then ready to stand up and enjoy the full Paddle Boarding experience! As well as making a journey around our impressive lake, taking in the sights of Ripley Castle, we will challenge you to Paddle Board gymnastics, races, water polo and many more fun games – it's safe to say, keeping dry is not an option.
From getting kitted up, warm ups on the land, and all the time on the water, the whole experience lasts 3 hours. We will provide you with all the technical and safety kit needed for Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
An ideal trip for; Groups of Friends, Families, Couples and Stag/Hens.
DURATION OF EXPERIENCE - 3 HOURS
Private Group Session
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Minimum Booking: 4 People
- Minimum Age: 10 Years
- Free Parking / Refreshments Onsite
- Location: HG3 3AY
- Confirm your booking with a 20% Deposit
Open Public Session
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Minimum Booking: 1 Person
- Minimum Age: 14 Years
- Free Parking / Refreshments Onsite
- Location: HG3 3AY
- Confirm your booking with a 20% Deposit
What To Expect on the Day
After booking you will receive a confirmation email with all the details on how to find us and where to park. We have plenty of parking onsite.
We ask that you arrive around 15 minutes before your session. On arrival you’ll be asked to fill out a quick disclaimer and then be introduced to your instructor. They’ll give you a quick brief on what to expect and how the session will run.
Once you’re all signed in and ready to go, we’ll take a walk to our kit / changing room. Here you will be given a buoyancy aid and helmet. Please note we do have limited wetsuits available, however we recommend on warm day not to wear one. You’re also more than welcome to bring your own.
Once you’re all kitted up we’ll take a walk to the lake. You’re welcome to leave any valuables in the changing rooms which are locked for the full duration.
At the lake we will firstly introduce you to your Paddle board. This includes checking air pressure, attaching your fin and adjusting your paddle to the correct length for you.
We’ll then do a few practice techniques on land before heading onto the water. On the water it’s then time to put your skills into practise starting on your knee’s and when ready advancing onto standing up.
Once your standup technique is mastered we will then take a group journey down towards the stunning Ripely Castle.
The end of the session is designed to really push your skills to the limit as our instructors gets you doing a series of tricks and moves to really get you wet. Please note this part of the lesson is optional.
All that’s left then is a big group photo to your success.
FAQ’s
Why book with Live For Today?
Not only do we provide the best paddle boarding experiences, but we also provide all of your safety clothing and equipment too as standard. This includes your Wetsuit, Cag, Helmet and Buoyancy Aid. Of course, if you want to bring your kit for comfort, please feel free.
All of our equipment and clothing is inspected and maintained on a regular basis for your peace of mind and comfort during your paddle board experience. If at any point you feel uncomfortable or unsafe in any way, our instructors will be on hand to support you however you need.
Upon completing your paddle board experience at Live for Today, we’ll make sure we all get a big team photo to mark your expedition!
Check out our Trip Advisor reviews to see what backs up these countless smiles as we consistently gain 5 star status for our paddle boarding sessions!
Our Paddle Boarding Locations
Harrogate
Ripley Castle
Ripley
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 3AY
T: 01423 229780