About This Activity

Research shows that spending time in blue spaces enhances overall wellbeing, boosts happiness, and increases confidence in everyday life. Paddleboarding is a soothing, low-impact activity that gently engages the body while calming the mind. The gentle rhythm of paddling encourages relaxation, improves posture, balance, stability, and coordination. These paddleboard ‘taster’ sessions are exclusively for NHS staff and offer an opportunity to experience paddleboarding in a supportive & calm environment. Delivered on the Beeston & Nottingham Canal (Canal Side Road, Beeston). Each session is for a maximum of 4 participants & is 2 hours in length. The taster includes an introduction to the equipment we use & why, plus your safety briefing. You will all have a 1-1 and then in pairs, I will support you with a short trip on the water. Please bring a picnic blanket to sit on & a soft drink - relax by the canal, enjoy each other’s company while waiting for your turn. No prior paddleboarding experience needed - just a willingness to take a deep breath and enjoy the moment. Dates - Mon 19th May, Tue 20th May, Wed 4th June or Friday 27th June. Session timings: 10.00am – 12.00pm 2.00pm – 4.00pm 6.00pm – 8.00pm All equipment provided. Pre-requisites - *18yrs plus *You must be able to swim a minimum of 25m *Be comfortable with either sitting or kneeling Buoyancy Aids will be supplied. For your safety, the following sizes are available SM, Med, L, XL & XXL You are required to wear a Buoyancy Aid when participating on the water or sitting bankside. What to wear & bring - *Synthetic leggings or shorts and a UV top, or a wetsuit (shortie or full) *Sun hat & cagoule *Old trainers or water shoes - to be worn on and off the water (no bare feet) *Warm clothing & a towel for post session *Suntan lotion, drink & snack *Any medication you might require *bring your activity consent form with you Additional Information - *Access to water – good *Toilets – at local café & Canal & River Trust unit. *Changing rooms – not available but you are very welcome to use my van. *Parking - free/ roadside. Please give yourself plenty of time to park. T&C's apply