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Paddleboard Lessons - Details

Group Lesson

$69 per person, plus tax

 

Private Lesson

Group (2+ people): $89 per person, plus tax

Individual: $119, plus tax

 

Duration

2 hours

 

Meeting/End Location

1832 Mast Tower Lane, Granville Island

 

Ages

  • Minimum paddleboarder age is 12 years old.
  • Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by someone over 19 years old.
  • Anyone under 19 years of age will require a parent or legal guardian to sign for them in person.

What’s Included

  • SUP board and paddle
  • Paddle Canada Certified Instructor

 

What’s Not Included

  • Gratuities for your guide 

 

What to Bring

  • Something comfortable to wear
  • Sunscreen 
  • Water bottle

 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancel up to 1 hour before with Trip Cancellation
  • Lessons run rain or shine

 

Tour Minimum

We require a minimum of 2 paddleboards booked in order to confirm and send out group lessons. Tour minimum does not apply for private lessons.

 

Important...

While we do accept walk-up participants, our tours and rentals regularly sell out. To get your preferred choice and to avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.

Paddleboard Lessons - Overview

Learn how to really coast with a Paddle Canada Certified instructor. Offered from Granville Island location, we’ll teach you everything from the basics to advanced techniques. You’ll hone your overall technique by learning new paddle strokes, strengthening your core, and learning how to make more efficient use of your muscles. Whether you’re looking for an introduction to paddleboarding or an advanced lesson, our Paddle Canada Certified Instructors will tailor an experience to your needs. Reservations are required.

 

Your Day. Your Way.

Explore the sites, sounds and unforgettable highlights of Vancouver with your very own paddleboard. Go where you want, when you want, and get there at any pace you choose! 

 

Iconic Sites Without The Crowds

Leave the traffic behind for up close and unobstructed views of Granville Island, the Olympic Village, Science World, BC Place stadium, plus dozens of Vancouver’s must-see sites.

 

Relaxing & Easy Pace

Much like the easy-going harbour seals and friendly seagulls you’ll meet along the way, take in the sights at any pace you choose, and save the adrenaline rush for another day. 

 

Ideal for All Skill Levels

On only calm and protected waterways, a Vancouver SUP rental is perfect for friends, families, and couples – even if some of your group is stand-up paddling for the first time.

 

Parks, Beaches & Ice Cream

There’s nothing better than getting out on the water on a hot day. With dozens of beaches, parks & shops along the Vancouver shoreline, the perfect day on the water is yours to create.

Why Vancouver Water Adventures

The Lowest Price. Period.

Book directly on Vancouverwateradventures.com or call our office to get the best price on our tours and rentals. Find it cheaper? We’ll refund the difference!

Flexible Cancellations

Cancel up to 1 hour before with Trip Cancellation for a FULL refund. We know that plans can change, that’s why we offer one of the most generous cancellation policies in the watersports industry.

What Our Guests Are Saying

Vancouver Water Adventure offers many services and rentals. I booked a private paddleboarding lesson. I learned so many different ways to paddle. I can now confidently turn,  stop, back up and even move sideways. My instructor was patient and informed.  She has all sorts of first aid certification so I felt very safe the whole time. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. They are very organized and the facility is clean. I had a great time and will be back!!

Christine C. T
Google Reviews

Absolutely amazing! My mum and I recently took paddleboard lessons through Vancouver Water Adventures, we learnt SO much! We were also very lucky and got 4 instructors (summer training) and they were all fabulous, 10/10 would recommend lessons, a great tour and awesome guides/instructors. Thank you to the whole team 🙂

Amber Rold
Google Reviews

My two boys went stand-up paddle boarding with their instructor named Sinead Buckley. They have learned all of the basic skills in one lesson which is pretty impressive. They said Sinead is a wonderful instructor that’s very kind and caring and as well has some very good teaching methods. If anyone plans to go stand-up paddle boarding ask to have Sinead as your instructor.

Suyi Zhou
Google Reviews

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Over 300,000 Guests Since 2009
2,000+ 5-star reviews
Award-Winning Tours & Customer Service

Certificate of Excellence – 2013 – 2020

TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award
2020 – 2022

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Frequently asked questions

The Granite Falls Boat Tour offers the smoothest ride of all our tours. Our Zodiacs are extremely safe and stable vessels and most of the tour takes place in protected harbours and waterways.

It’s very unlikely that you will get wet, but being out on the water, there is always the chance! We have small lockers for rent at our office for personal valuables or you can bring a backpack and store it under your seat on the Zodiac.

You are welcome to wear whatever you feel comfortable in! We recommend dressing in layers, avoiding cotton/denim if possible, and wearing clothing that lets you move freely. Workout clothes are usually a great option!

Our kayaks come in two basic styles: Sit-on-top kayaks and Sit-inside kayaks. (both are available as singles or doubles) Sit-on-tops are a great choice for new or nervous paddlers as  they're stable, easy to get in and out of and there is no feeling of confinement.

Yes, depending on availability, you’re welcome to choose the style of kayak you prefer for your tour.

Paid parking is available throughout Granville Island near our office. There’s lots of space but on the weekends it can fill up, so plan to arrive a little early. Want to skip the hassle? You can easily catch a 10-15 min Uber or taxi from any hotel downtown!

Here are our suggestions for paid parking on Granville Island: 

Old Bridge Indoor Parkade 

Anderson Street Parking Lot

Granville Island Parking Lot

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure.

We don’t have showers, though we do have change rooms available for our guests

There are no bathrooms on the boat! That being said, there is a bathroom available at our office you can use before and after the tour.

YES! We have comfortable, slim-design inflatable life jackets for all of our guests to wear.

You can cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a FULL refund. There is a 50% cancellation fee on all late cancellation notices. If you need to change or modify your booking, simply call us at (604) 736-5155

We have cubbies in our office as well as small paid lockers for valuables such as wallets, passports and phones.

You must be 19 years of age or older to sign your waiver. Anyone under 19 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver for them.

If you acquired the Trip Protection for your booking during checkout, you can cancel up to 1 hour before departure time for a full refund. Otherwise, the following policy applies:
i
) 100% refund for bookings cancelled more than 7 days before your booking time.
ii) 50% refund for bookings cancelled between 3 and 7 days before your booking time.
iii) Bookings cancelled less than 3 days before your booking time have no refund.

For groups larger than 6 we require 7 days notice for a full cancellation without Trip Protection

If you feel your tour captain has provided a great experience, gratuities are encouraged— and welcomed—at the end of your tour. We believe that recognizing excellent service is a personal matter, though 15-20% of your ticket price is a good rule of thumb. 

Advanced purchase is strongly recommended, as tours often sell out. To maximize your chances of getting the day and time you prefer, please book well in advance.

We’re here to help! Simply call us at (604) 736-5155 if you have any additional questions or concerns.

How To Find Us

1812 Boatlift Ln, Vancouver,
BC V6H 3Y2

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Parking Options

Paid parking is available throughout Granville Island near our office. There’s lots of space but on the weekends it can fill up, so plan to arrive a little early. Want to skip the hassle? You can easily catch a 10-15 min Uber or taxi from any hotel downtown!

Here are our suggestions for paid parking on Granville Island:  Old Bridge Indoor Parkade  Anderson Street Parking Lot Granville Island Parking Lot