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Paddleboarding Lesson

First time on a board? Want to build confidence? Keen to learn how to paddle properly and be safe whilst exploring our beautiful bay? This session is for you!

From: NZ$80.00

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Highlights

Learn to Paddleboard in the beautiful Tahunanui bay
Small Groups of up to 3 people
Experienced instructors to get you paddling in no time
Adults and family friendly sessions

Full Description

With a focus on safety and fun, we will teach you the skills required to start your journey into the world of SUP. Mornings are best, with calmer conditions and smaller crowds, and our fully qualified SNZ/ISA-accredited instructors will have you up and paddling in no time. The session will include:

- Introduction to boards and equipment

- SUP safety and handling

- Conditions and environment

- Stance and positioning

- Paddle technique – forward, turning, braking

- Intro to water safety and self-rescue

Please arrive 10 minutes early to kit up, sign in, and be briefed. If you are bringing your ...

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Includes

What's included

All kit, buoyancy aid & dry bags
Instructor and tuition on the water with you
Paddleboard (or bring your own too!)

Meeting Point

Our home is at Tahunanui Beach, next to the Abel Tasman statue car park on Bisley Walk. This is at the end of the beach closest to Rocks Road. Parking is free, and there are public toilets, water fountains, and showers just behind our base.

Additional Information

Adult (Aged 16+): $60 for an hour lesson
Child (Aged Under 16): $50 for an hour lesson
Availability: Daily

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Risk Disclosure

Health and Safety

All participants are required to read and sign a "Risk Disclosure" form at arrival, prior to taking part in any "Adventure Activity" by NZ law.

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Terms

Moana NZ - Lesson/Hire/Guided Trip Safety Message
Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sea Kayaking with Moana Paddle Nelson should be a great experience, but like all outdoor activities there are risks involved. Our staff are trained to maximise your safety and enjoyment, however some factors are beyond our control. These may include, but are not limited to, the effects of the wind, tide and resulting sea conditions. Each hire, lesson or guided tour will involve a suitable introduction to your equipment and paddling technique and will set parameters of hire or tour location, best route, safe areas and expected weather and sea/tidal conditions. All in the hope of making your experience as enjoyable as possible!

In ticking the box I hereby accept and acknowledge the risks and potential hazards involved in this activity and will not hold the company liable for any losses.

I am over 16 years old (parental or guardian authorisation and active supervision is required if participants are under 16)
I understand that it is my responsibility to disclose any medical conditions or injuries that may effect my ability to participate in, and/or impact on the safety of other guests or Team Moana Staff.
I have had explained, and agree to the limits put in place by staff at Moana Paddle Nelson.
I agree to pay for loss or damage to the equipment caused by reckless and irresponsible behaviour.
I acknowledge that by ignoring or non compliance with any of the above may impact on my ability to participate in any or all activities offered by Moana NZ SUP Ltd t/a Moana Paddle Nelson.
These terms are subject to rights and remedies you have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 2003.

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NZ$80.00

Per Person

Live Availability with Instant Confirmation.

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Bisley Walk, Tāhunanui, Nelson, New Zealand, 7011

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