{"product_id":"kids-paddle-board-lessons-kelowna","title":"Kids \u0026 Youth Paddle Board Lessons Kelowna | Parent Included","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKids \u0026amp; Youth Learn to Paddle Experience\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAges 8–15 | One Parent Included | Beginner Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your child a fun, supportive and confidence-building introduction to paddle boarding on the beautiful waters of Kelowna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SUPCove Kids \u0026amp; Youth Learn to Paddle Experience is designed specifically for younger paddlers ages 8 to 15. We'll introduce the fundamentals of paddle boarding at a comfortable pace while keeping the experience fun, encouraging and focused on water safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne parent or guardian can join their child at no additional charge, making this an experience you can enjoy together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo previous paddle boarding experience is required. However, all youth participants\u003cstrong\u003e must have previous swimming experience, and arrive with their \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eown\u003c\/span\u003e properly fitted youth life jacket\/PFD.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat We'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll introduce younger paddlers to the fundamentals of paddle boarding, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Getting familiar with the paddle board and equipment\u003cbr\u003e• Getting on and off the board safely\u003cbr\u003e• Starting from a kneeling position\u003cbr\u003e• Standing when comfortable\u003cbr\u003e• Proper paddling technique\u003cbr\u003e• Turning and stopping\u003cbr\u003e• Balance and basic board control\u003cbr\u003e• What to do if you fall into the water\u003cbr\u003e• Getting back onto the paddle board\u003cbr\u003e• Basic paddle boarding and water safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll keep things relaxed and may incorporate simple challenges or games throughout the session to help younger paddlers practise what they've learned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no pressure to stand immediately. \u003cstrong\u003eConfidence comes first.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned Specifically for Ages 8–15\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply our regular adult lesson with younger participants added to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instruction, pace and overall experience are tailored specifically to youth ages \u003cstrong\u003e8 through 15\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants outside this age range should book our regular \u003cstrong\u003eIntro to Paddle Boarding Beginner Lesson\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne Parent Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne parent or guardian may participate alongside their child \u003cstrong\u003eat no additional charge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll receive your own paddle board and equipment and can learn alongside your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes learning something new is even better when you get to do it together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSwimming Experience Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis activity is not suitable for non-swimmers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYouth participants must have previous swimming experience and be comfortable in and around water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren who have never taken swimming lessons, cannot swim, or are uncomfortable being in the water should not participate in this activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing a life jacket does not replace the swimming-experience requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYouth Life Jacket Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParents \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003emust\u003c\/span\u003e provide a properly fitted youth life jacket\/PFD for their child.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUPCove currently carries \u003cstrong\u003eadult-sized life jackets \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eonly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and does not provide children's or youth-sized PFDs for this activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease purchase or obtain an appropriately sized and properly fitted life jacket for your child before arriving for your booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a youth participant arrives without an appropriate life jacket, or their life jacket does not properly fit them, \u003cstrong\u003ethey will not be permitted to participate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be treated as an inability to participate rather than a SUPCove cancellation and will not qualify for a refund or complimentary rescheduling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYouth are the future of paddle boarding. Please give them their own properly fitted life jacket before sending them out on the water.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's one piece of equipment we never want a child to be without.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eListening, Respect \u0026amp; Group Participation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaddle boarding takes place on open water, so listening to the instructor isn't just part of the lesson. It's an important part of keeping everyone safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery participant must be able to understand and consistently follow basic instructions from their SUPCove instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003emust\u003c\/span\u003e be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Remain with the group\u003cbr\u003e• Respect activity boundaries\u003cbr\u003e• Listen when the instructor is speaking\u003cbr\u003e• Follow basic safety directions such as stop, wait and return\u003cbr\u003e• Treat the instructor and other participants respectfully\u003cbr\u003e• Participate without significantly disrupting another child's lesson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that every child is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you believe your child may require additional attention, have difficulty consistently following group instructions, or may significantly disrupt another participant's experience, \u003cstrong\u003eplease contact us before booking a group class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA private session may be a much better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrivate Kids \u0026amp; Youth Lesson\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor children who would benefit from additional individual attention or a private environment, SUPCove offers a \u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Kids \u0026amp; Youth Learn to Paddle Experience for $250.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe private experience includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• One youth participant\u003cbr\u003e• Dedicated 1-on-1 instructor attention\u003cbr\u003e• Up to \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003etwo\u003c\/span\u003e parents or guardians may participate at no additional charge\u003cbr\u003e• No other children participating in the lesson\u003cbr\u003e• More flexibility to progress at your child's individual pace\u003cbr\u003e• Paddle boards and equipment for participating adults\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA private lesson can be a great choice for children who prefer a quieter environment, benefit from additional instructor attention, need more time learning new skills or simply don't enjoy learning in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate lessons are still subject to the same swimming, youth life jacket and basic water-safety requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure whether the group or private experience would be more appropriate for your child, please contact SUPCove before booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFun Without the Pressure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis experience is about getting younger people outside, onto the water and comfortable with paddle boarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the group, conditions and available time, your instructor may incorporate simple games and challenges such as SUP Simon Says, stopping and turning challenges or other beginner-friendly activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGames are optional and always secondary to instruction and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo racing. 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No dangerous tricks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust learning, paddling and having some fun along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Paddle board for the youth participant\u003cbr\u003e• Paddle board for one participating parent or guardian\u003cbr\u003e• Paddles\u003cbr\u003e• Paddle boarding instruction\u003cbr\u003e• Water safety introduction\u003cbr\u003e• Beginner-friendly practice\u003cbr\u003e• Fun challenges when appropriate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYouth life jacket\/PFD is NOT included and must be supplied by the parent or guardian.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuration \u0026amp; Pricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e90 Minutes — $149 · Recommended\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore time to learn at a relaxed pace, practise paddle and board control, build confidence and enjoy more time together on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth options include participation for \u003cstrong\u003eone youth and one parent or guardian.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOptional:\u003c\/span\u003e Private Youth Experience: $250\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA private session for one youth, with dedicated instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003etwo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eparents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eguardians may participate at no additional charge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children who would benefit from more individual attention or simply prefer learning privately instead of as part of a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make sure your child:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Is between 8 and 15 years old\u003cbr\u003e• Has previous swimming experience\u003cbr\u003e• Is comfortable being around water\u003cbr\u003e• Can consistently follow basic safety instructions\u003cbr\u003e• Can participate respectfully in a group environment\u003cbr\u003e• Has their own properly fitted youth life jacket\/PFD\u003cbr\u003e• Arrives ready and on time for the activity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you believe your child may have difficulty participating safely or without significantly disrupting another participant's lesson, \u003cstrong\u003eplease contact us before booking.\u003c\/strong\u003e We can help determine whether a private session would be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGet Them on the Water\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaddle boarding can become something kids enjoy for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur goal isn't to see who can stand up the fastest. 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