Learn How to Kayak or Stand-Up Paddleboard in NYC
Whether you’re brand new or have strong experience, our expert instructors will teach you the skills you need to paddle with confidence. Choose group or private lessons, train at your own pace, and progress toward bigger adventures.
If you decide you want to learn how:
✔️ Take individual classes or save with a three-class pack
✔️ Join as a Member for 50% off every class
✔️ Book a private lesson, perfect for fast-trackers & refreshers
Skills Training: Take Your Technique To The Next Level
If you decide to continue deepening your skills after Kayak Class 3 or SUP Class 3, go to our Skills Trainings. Our instructors tailor each session to your level, and big ambitions are welcome. These are great opportunities for both experienced paddlers and enthusiastic graduates of Class 3.
Class Schedule: Find the Right Kayak or SUP Class for You
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Calendar doesn’t show class descriptions—please review options below before booking.
🟢 Beginner: No experience or swimming skills needed. Ideal for those new to paddling, self-taught, or with light experience. Classes use touring kayaks and learner boards—not sit-on-tops.
🟦 Intermediate & Up: For graduates of classes or skilled visitors who pass screening. Uses sea kayaks, surf skis, touring boards, and race boards.
What Our Kayak & SUP Students Are Saying
I’ve taken Classes 1 and 2 there so far and am really impressed. The teachers absolutely know what they’re doing and make sure that students learn techniques correctly. They’re attentive, yet foster independence in students. (More...)
Going out on open water in a small boat is something that should be taken very seriously and that’s exactly how they approach it. Kayaking is pretty challenging but learning from dedicated educated instructors makes it that much easier.
My first beginner class was yesterday and it was a wonderful experience. Instructor Jay was patient, detailed, experienced and absolutely not pushy or hurried. Every personnel involved was friendly and relaxed. The boathouse is comfortable and clean. (More...)
A mini New England feel in the middle of NYC. Would absolutely recommend a try.
I taught myself stand up paddle boarding by doing it on vacations. But I decided I love stand SUP enough that I wanted to learn good form. Now realize how much I've just been muscling through it. I took the classes and it's been enlightening.(More...)
The instructors are awesome. A special shout out to Judy whose great at breaking down the mechanics and videotaped me to showed me what I needed help with.