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SUP Lessons

The Event Site location is open for SUP rentals.
Victoria Day and Memorial Day operations: Friday - Monday, 11AM - 5PM.
For windsurfing rentals, come to the shop. Windsurfing lessons are underway at the Big Winds Adventure Center. Please call to make your reservations.

Opening 7 days a week starting June 14 through mid-September.

Be sure to call before coming to verify equipment availability and weather conditions.

Big Winds has the largest lesson and rental center in the Gorge. We have everything you need to get started with standup paddling and can help you improve your current skills as well. The staff at Big Winds has been paddling for 5 years now and knows the ins and outs of this new, developing sport.

Two lesson times daily:
11:30-1:00 and 2:30-4:00

Step One: Intro to SUP

1 hour lesson, 30 minutes of practice, $49

Learn the basics and be up and paddling in no time. Suitable for the whole family.

Prerequisites: swimming ability; Minimum age: 12 years.

  • Site and weather orientation
  • Introduction to equipment
  • Safety
  • Proper paddle usage
  • Getting started: launching
  • Knee paddling
  • Stand up paddling
  • Board maneuvers
  • Deep water restart

Step Two: SUP Express

1 hour lesson, 30 minutes of practice, $49

Once you have mastered the basics it is time to ramp up your skill level to enjoy a broader range of conditions. Learn why SUP is a great way to work on full body strength training and cardio fitness. You'll be able to enjoy any water environment.

Prerequisite: swimming ability.

  • Skills for fitness paddling
  • Various paddle stroke techniques
  • Advanced board turning and control
  • Intro to swell riding
  • Distance paddling

Step Three: Private SUP Lessons

90 minute lesson, 30 minutes of practice, $99

Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced paddler working on your race technique, downwinders or swell riding, our expert instructors can tailor a lesson to fit your needs. What you learn is up to you; the possiblities are endless! Individualized instruction will elevate your standup paddle boarding to the next level.

SUP Sailing

2 hour lesson, $95

Prerequisites: Basic windsurfing (Big Winds Level I, II, III); Swimming ability.

Done with your workout? Let the wind do the work. Expand into the versatility of windsurfing your SUP! This private lesson is suitable for one or two people and will show you how to maximize your vacation time.

If you have questions or are ready to take the plunge, please call us at 888-509-4210 or email our Lessons and Rental Department at .

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