British Stand Up Paddle Association

Are you planning on giving paddle a try this Summer? Did you know we have BSUPA schools all over the UK? Find your local SUP School and book yourself a lesson and learn to paddle safely with your friends and family. Paddle boarding can be easy, but it's even easier if you learn with qualified and experienced Instructor. Head over to our website to find out where your closest school is: www.bsupa.org.uk

Our friends at the have been at the sharp end of water safety and saving lives for over 200 years now. Their simple, yet incredibly effective advice for anyone who finds themselves in open water and struggling is Would you know what to do if you got into difficulty in the water? Float by following these five simple steps – it could save your life: 1 - Tilt your head back submerging your ears. 2 - Relax and control your breathing. 3 - Move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat. 4 - Your legs may sink - that's OK everyone floats differently. 5 - Find your float by practising at a supervised location. The best way to float is to tilt your head back with your ears submerged. Try to relax and breathe normally. You can gently move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat if you need to. Spread your arms and legs out to improve stability – and it's OK if your legs sink, we all float differently. Once your breathing is under control, call for help or swim to safety. If you're near an RNLI Shop or Lifeboat Station this Summer, pop in and make a donation or buy something from the shop and you can support the amazing work they do saving lives at Sea 365 days of the year.

Where are you going to be exploring on your paddle board this summer? We are blessed with thousands of miles of beautiful rivers and canals, lakes and quiet coves, beaches, harbours and lochs. Being an island nation we’re surrounded by water so you’re never far away from a new place to explore. Get in touch with your local SUP Club or SUP School to connect with paddlers in your local area and send us your pictures of where you’ve discovered this year. always wear your buoyancy aid and leash and carry a phone in a waterproof case.

Come and join us on the beach in Cornwall on Saturday 5th September for the Surfing England 2026 SUP and Longboard Championships.

2026 Dryrobe English SUP and Longboard championships, supported by Caravan and Motorhome Club 🌊☀️

It’s time to mark your calendars, we’re heading to Watergate Bay this September 🙌

📅 Saturday 5th September (Back-up is the 6th)

🟢 Registration opens: 27/07 19:00
🔴 Registration closes: 23/08 23:55

Divisions:
Longboard Open (men’s) & Women
Longboard U18 Girls & Boys
SUP Open (men’s) & Women
SUP U18 Boys & Girls

Thank you to our headline sponsors Caravan and Motorhome Club and Dryrobe for making this event possible and to our longstanding sponsors Kukuna and Rad Wax. Thank you also to our supporting partners The Wave | Surfing moulded - for your ears The Hangout Era Adventures Surfline UK WAVELENGTH

Stay safe if you’re out on the water in this super hot weather 🔥 follow a few simple tips to look after yourself - wear sunscreen, wear a wide sun hat, drink plenty of water, avoid going out in the hottest part of the day, try paddling early in the morning or later in the evening, wear your buoyancy aid and leash, immerse yourself slowly into the water so your body can adjust to the temperature. And remember to look after your gear too, inflatable paddle boards are vulnerable to failure in extreme heat so don’t leave your board out in the sun! Be safe, be sensible and remember if in doubt don’t go out 😎

Summer is here! What's on your bucket list this year? Why not make 2026 the year you fall in love with paddle boarding! There's a wonderfully supportive community of passionate paddlers across the UK with clubs, schools and groups in every corner of the country regularly getting out on the water together. If you have never paddled before, find your nearest BSUPA recognised school and book yourself a lesson with an experienced SUP instructor and get on board!

Did you know we have a huge network of recognised schools and training centres all over the UK? Dedicated to delivering safe and enjoyable SUP experiences and coaching since 2007, BSUPA schools are the best place to learn paddle boarding. If you're looking for a SUP adventure this summer or a memorable SUP experience with friends and family, our passionate and experienced Instructors are ready for you. Check out our full list of Schools & Clubs today: www.bsupa.org.uk

Look after yourselves whilst out on the water ❤️ follow these simple safety tips to keep you and your family dafe when you go out paddle boarding this summer. Always wear a buoyancy aid and an appropriate leash, check the weather and tides and avoid offshore winds, carry a phone in a waterproof case, paddle with friends and dress for the conditions. Water can still be cold in the summer so you might need to wear a wetsuit.

Looking for more adventure, more places to paddle? We've got you covered! We've been working closely with our great friends at Surfing England for years as their recognised Training provider for SUP. As part of our ongoing commitment to working together for the good of the sport we are pleased to announce that as of today all of our existing members and new members can now add a discounted Surfing England SUP Membership to their BSUPA Membership for just £15. By upgrading your membership to include the Surfing England SUP membership you get all of the benefits of BSUPA membership, PLUS all of the benefits of Surfing England membership, which now includes a Waterways License from the Canal & River Trust. This means you can paddle on over 2000 miles of inland waterways managed by the trust: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/canals-and-rivers
To upgrade your membership just head to our website and click on the JOIN/RENEW button at the top of the home page: https://www.bsupa.org.uk/membership/