Contemporary sport that is quick to learn and great for groups on incentive events. Stand-up paddling can take place on rivers, lakes and the sea.

Stand-up paddling (SUP) has become very popular in recent years. With its roots in Hawaii, dating back some 3000 years, stand-up paddling is the new must-try sport, offering easy access to the sport on both the ocean and inland rivers and lakes.

Within 30 minutes, most participants stand on the board and power their way across the water. More advanced techniques, such as board and body 360s, are also introduced, thereby familiarising clients with the water - they really do fall like dominoes.

SOME OF THE BEST STAND-UP PADDLING LOCATIONS FOR AN INCENTIVE EVENT

Waterfront of Lake Garda at sunset

Lake Garda

Enjoy a freshwater paddle on Lake Garda, the biggest lake in Italy. The shoreline is dotted with towns and the horizon full of Alps.

Person entering the sea with a stand up paddle board

Mallorca

Explore the coves and secluded beaches of Mallorca on a stand-up paddle board.

Hotel on a bay in Sardinia

Sardinia

Skim over the emerald waters of Sardinia during an incentive event. Easy to learn, and great fun to enjoy as a group.

Stand-up paddling on an incentive event

Stand-up paddling is possible on the ocean, inland lakes, rivers, or docks. Certified guides will lead groups through some basic training on land before taking to the water, at first on knees and then progressing to a standing position. Clients typically begin at the same level of inexperience and enjoy rapid progress. It is sometimes possible to combine stand-up paddling with other water sports.

Large group sizes are possible with instructors assigned to small groups. Life vests are commonly worn, but clients are required to be able to swim and be confident in water. Wetsuits are worn in colder waters on lakes and rivers but aren't so vital on warmer seas. Many SUP boards have deck webbing to secure water-proof items such as water bottles and phone/camera bags.

Alternative incentive event activities

People descending a canyon

Other incentive event activities

Land sailing takes place in a limited number of locations—large stretches of windy beaches. Many thrilling activities can be integrated into a corporate incentive event programme.

People kayaking through the centre of Oslo

Alternative to stand-up paddling - kayaking

Powered by a paddle, kayaking can cover much of the terrain that stand-up paddling involves.

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