In our last blog we gave you some tips on how to implement the perfect C-turn (If you missed this then you can read it here). For the next stage of your SUP journey we are hitting reverse as we give you our top tips on how to perform a backwards stroke and achieve a […]
Wondering if you have what it takes to join us for our Social SUP sessions? You can always get in touch and tell us your SUP story… then we will be only too happy to offer you our best recommendations Peeps often opt for a Private (or sometimes Group lessons) with us prior to signing […]
We regret to announce our beloved Every Man And His Dog SUP Event will not be held on Australia Day this year. We hope to offer this event at a later date so please stay tuned for further updates! Meanwhile, we will be marking this date by hosting a Mystery Paddle from 8am and more […]
So you’ve mastered the basic paddle stroke and hopefully you’re now capable of traveling in a straight line! (If you still need some help going in a straight line then check out our last technique blog here). The next focus of your SUP technique journey is purposely turning your SUP board as and when you […]
One of the most common questions we get asked here at WATSSUP HQ is ‘What is the best time to paddle at Watsons Bay?’ and the answer is ‘the earlier the better!’ Weather & water conditions at Watsons Bay tend to be best between 7.00am and 12.00pm making it the prime time to paddle. Discover: […]
As much as we all love to SUP, sometimes paddling everyday isn’t practical for various reasons; running out of time, too windy, too hard basket to get your board on and off the water (where do you store it?), paddlers keep standing you up blah blah blah! So, if you are feeling that your progression […]
Stand Up Paddling is indeed a sport. It’s a sport in which one practices strength, endurance and balance all whilst utilising nearly every muscle in your body. If you are implementing correct technique whilst you SUP, you will be using all of the following muscles during your performance and thus providing you with the ultimate […]
Reach- Setting up to take the stroke – Reach your paddle forward towards the front of the board by slightly twisting your shoulders, leaning forward by elongating your upper body and hinging from the hips. Tip: Your body, paddle and lower arm should create an ‘A’ shape when in the correct position. Try to keep […]
. As the cooler months approach, people often begin to ask – “when does it get too cold to SUP?” The answer is…IT’S NEVER TOO COLD TO SUP – especially when living in the watery surrounds of Sydney Australia where the lowest average temperature during the winter is still a mild 17 degrees!! Ok so […]
Great, so you’ve got your board moving and you’re gliding through the water- you’ve got this!!! But why is it taking so long to get where you’re going? Chances are you are snaking all over the place! Travelling in a straight line is one of the trickiest things to master when SUPing – So here […]