EDUCATION
Good SUP skills are the keys to safe and enjoyable sessions on the water.
Our belief is safety first, skills next, fun always.
We offer various learning options to suit every type of SUPer. Using the ASI SUP Wise programme as our basis, we tailor every session to suit your needs. Our aim is to empower you with the skills YOU need.
- We specialise in one-on-one teaching, but also provide sessions in group settings
- Our sessions run in various locations around Dublin; we can also come to you, nationwide
- We encourage you to learn using own SUP board and kit, but we can also supply everything you need
Essentials
No previous education and/or experience needed
During this SUP starter session, it’s all about having fun while learning essential SUP skills and safety techniques.
Eoin will equip you with practical knowledge and some of his unique tips/tricks to get the most out of your SUP sessions, and become confident taking to the water for years to come.
WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU LEARN?
Land-based
How to plan a safe SUP session
Basic weather, wind, and tide reading
Setting up your kit correctly
Water-based
Self-rescue techniques
Simple board control and paddle skills
Core balance development
How to have fun!
Eoin will work with you on the basis that everyone learns differently, and at their own pace. He'll encourage you to challenge yourself, but doesn't expect you to step beyond the limits of what you're comfortable with. It's all about having fun after all!
expertise
Previous education and/or experience needed
Once you've some hours under your board, and a good mastery of the essentials, it's time to add to your abilities.
During these next step sessions, you can choose to focus on various
SUP skills with Eoin.
OPTIONS TO FOCUS ON INCLUDE:
Exposed water SUP session planning
Turning and advanced board control
Paddle stroke development and improvement
2 person water rescue techniques
If there's something specific you'd like to work on (maybe not listed here), be sure to ask.
Eoin will work with you on the basis that everyone learns differently, and at their own pace. He'll encourage you to challenge yourself, but doesn't expect you to step beyond the limits of what you're comfortable with. It's all about having fun after all!
ELements
Previous education and/or experience needed
It's critical to understand and plan for elements that may impact a SUP session at a chosen location.
Over 2 sessions (online & practical), Eoin will help you make sense of wind - tide - swell - weather forecasts, what local hazards to consider, and what is best practice to stay safe.
Includes 1month PRO access to
WINDY.app weather forecasting