A great way to Cruise, Relax & Explore on Water, Stand Up Paddle boarding or SUP is one of the fastest growing sports. Imagine the feeling of walking on water with unobstructed views of nature. Paddleboarding is fun, easy to learn, offering you the benefit of a progressive body workout. Over time, it cultivates strength, balance, and flexibility appealing to all for participation by all ages. You can stand up paddle on almost any body of water from pool, lakes to rivers to the sea. OVERVIEW (FOR CONDUCT AT SEA) 1. ENVIRONMENT AWARENESS (INCLUDES SUITABILITY FOR CONDUCT OF COURSE) o Tidal Condition o Wind Direction o Restricted Area o Potential Hazard (Lighting/ Fishing Lines/Downwind, etc) 2. INTRODUCTION TO EQUIPMENT a. Paddle Selection & Handling(Correct hand placement/grip); b. Board Specs & Handling(On Land); 3. LAUNCHING & RECOVERY PROCEDURE 4. STABILITY ADAPTATION; 5. PRONE TO KNEELING/STANDING POSITION- 6. MAN OVERBOARD & RECOVERY TECHNIQUE 7. ESSENTIAL MANOEUVRES & CONTROL STROKES a. Paddling Straight; b. Slowing/Stop & Reverse; c. Gradual Turns; d. Bracing.