Stand up Paddle boarding

Stand up Paddle boarding is for everyone to enjoy and helps you experience nature.

A great full-body workout, keeping you fit while promoting balance, coordination, core strength and endurance.

We have over 40 places around Auckland alone to Stand up Paddle board; most involving journeys and what happens between is magic. Join us, come explore all the spaces you do not know about and get to know your place better.

Going through different techniques to navigate through water, you will learn the knowledge and skills to turn and maneuver with ease:
- paddling techniques; conserve energy and paddle faster for longer,
- use muscles in your whole body; not just your arms,
- learn water safety skills; build confidence to go further.

 

Social Nature Movement is an environmentally-conscious Stand up Paddle boarding company. We emphasise a ‘leave no trace’ attitude and ‘sustainable coastlines’ approach. Through environmentalism, we empower you in making big differences making simple choices. With the help of our clients, in 2018 we removed over 200kg of rubbish from our Auckland waterways and beaches!

We value our environments and feel strong responsibilities ensuring active improvement and preservation through Stand up Paddle boarding. We reach remote places and are always looking at ways to minimise our impact on the wider-world.

 

Types of Stand Up Paddle boarding

We invest in buying quality Stand up Paddle boarding equipment ensuring use for as long as possible to reduce adverse effects.

Stand up Paddle boarding comes in many forms; one reason the sport has gained such widespread popularity. Each has its enthusiast and with one board and paddle you can do all the following: Cruising – Surfing – Racing – River Riding – Exercising – Fishing. Get outside and on the water with this pursuit designed with everyone in mind!

Clothing and Equipment list for White Water Kayaking

First Aid kit

Books, Guides, Publications and Videos

Apparel / Clothing

• Dry Suits (Winter)
• Dry Tops (Autmun & Spring)
• Paddles Jackets (Summer)
• Pants
• Shorts
• Thermals and Insulation
• Hats and Headwear
• Pogies and Gloves
• Footwear / Shoes

Equipment

• Helmets
• PFDs / Buoyancy Aides / Lifejackets
• Outfitting
• Safety / Rescue and protection

Accessories

• Dry bags / Packs
• Nutrition
• Hydration
• Roof Racks and accessories
• Boxes and storage
• Care, Spares and Repair
• Trolleys
• Deck Grip / Traction / Wax
• Fins
• Leashes
• Camera, Video & Media
• Foiling Accessories
• Sun Protection
• Sunglasses & Accessories
• Towels & Ponchos

SuP Boards

• All-Round SuP
• Inflatable SuP
• Surf / Wave SuP
• Touring SuP
• Adventure SuP
• Race SuP
• Foiling SuP
• Cruising SuP
• River Riding SuP
• Exercising / Yoga SuP
• Fishing SuP
• Second Hand / Sale SuP
• SuP Packages
• Kids' SuP
• Board Bags

Paddles

• 3-Piece
• Adjustable length
• Fixed length
• Paddle Accessories
• Paddle Bags
• Va'a / Oc

Stand up Paddle boarding introduction lessons

Learn from the best. Our Stand up Paddle boarding instructors are International Surfing Association (ISA) certified. Whatever your experience, we have lessons to suit your needs.

Group Price: $49 / hour

Private / 1-on-1 Price: $59 / hour

I have never been Stand up Paddle boarding before. No worries! Our introductory session will leave you feeling confident to stand up, paddle, turn and simply enjoy flat water SuPing. We’ll start with a ‘dry run’. On the water we go through different paddle strokes you can use to navigate through the water. Lessons run at your own pace.

I have been Stand up Paddle boarding and want to improve. We teach you paddling techniques that you can use to conserve energy and paddle faster and for longer. You will learn how to use the muscles in your whole body rather than just your arms, and even how you can use the SUP to strengthen your body. You will learn water safety skills that will build your confidence to go further out into the ocean.

 

Stand up Paddle boarding parties

If you are looking for an amazing time for your next group party, work function or outing, look no further than Stand up Paddle boarding! A paddle party is guaranteed to be an experience for everyone to remember.

Hens and stag parties, company or club functions, team building, birthdays, end of year celebrations…

Social Nature Movement can tailor everything for your Stand up Paddle boarding party, transport, meals, drinks and even live music.

Price: $49 / hour

 

 

Stand up Paddle boarding ecological tours and wildlife encounters

Explore new places with others. The Hauraki gulf - and beyond - offers a diverse ecosystem hosting much flora and fauna.

You may encounter the most endangered bird in New Zealand while Stand up Paddle boarding; the 40-50 remaining Fairy Terns (‘Tara Iti’). It is not uncommon for us to encounter stingray, jellyfish, seals, dolphins, orcas, bioluminescence, fish, glow worms though we shall not spoil the rest...

Specifically on our Stand up Paddle boarding ecological tours and wildlife encounters we invest 10% of your booking to wildlife protection in local places!

Price: $89 / hour

 

Stand up Paddle boarding Yoga and Fitness

Stand up Paddle boarding functionally trains the entire body. Gain balance, strengthen your posterior chain and stabilise your legs. Stand up Paddle boarding Yoga is fun and much easier than you think! Join a scheduled class or book a private session for you and your mates, team or colleges.

Join us for a fun and original way to enjoy the water. Stand up Paddle boarding Yoga improves your focus and sense of balance, and it's a perfect idea to treat yourself to some relaxing time out.

Price: $29 / hour

 

Stand up Paddle boarding wave surfing

Stand up Paddle board surfing is our passion. We have many coastal spots with waves perfect for your first or final ride.  Surfing a wave is an exhilarating experience. Our surf sessions aim to increase confidence taking paddlers to the next level.

These Stand up Paddle boarding sessions cover preparation, safety, wave knowledge, rules and etiquette, crossing white waters and of course catching and riding waves. You will learn proper surf etiquette important for personal safety and other surfers that may be in the water with you.

Price: $69 / hour

 

Moonlight and bioluminescence Stand up Paddle boarding Tour

 

Primary and Secondary Schools

Students love learning adventurously through Stand up Paddle boarding elements of authenticity, agency, mystery and mastery. We design Education Outside their Classroom (EOtC) with the New Zealand curriculum and include fundamental features of Health and Physical education.

Social Nature Movement is experienced teaching students years 1-13 and we deliver NZQA education qualifications at levels one, two and three for Stand up Paddle boarding. Below is an example of an assessment form for NZQA 91330 "perform a physical activity in an applied setting".

• A2 Regular physical activity,
• A3 Safety management,
• B1 Movement skills,
• C3 Interpersonal skills,
• D2 Community resources.

Price: $59 / hour

 

Stand up Paddle boarding School Holiday Programmes

Stand up Paddle boarding is great as a holiday activity for school children. We run a programme every holiday. The emphasis is on fun, skill development and exploration.

Price: $149

 

Safety

Safety is first for us while Stand up Paddle boarding. Our instructors are International Surfing Association (ISA) certified, first aid providers and police vetted. Our equipment is tested and maintained. Our ‘Water Safety’ programme has three main learning outcomes:

1. Self; on, in and around water,
2. Others; inclusion, team building and leadership,
3. Place; fostering a respectful relationship with our watery world.

 

Design and Deliver Stand up Paddle boarding

We know you are unique, therefore we do not have set itineraries for our tours. We will work with you, designing supreme journeys and delivering amazing Stand up Paddle boarding experiences!

 

Discounts

Stand up Paddle boarding discounts available for group and multi-lesson bookings.

 

Stand up Paddle boarding tour locations

• Goat Island
• Leigh
• Omaha
• Matakana
• Orakei Basin
• Mahurangi
• Wenderholm
• Orewa
• Whangaparaoa
• Auckland Mangroves

 

Clothing and Equipment for all Stand up Paddle boarding

• Swimwear
• Wetsuit (winter)
• Sunscreen
• Sunhat
• Watershoes
• Towel
• Warm change of clothes
• Snacks and drinks