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Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Reeds Bay – Hilo
Tour Times: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 14:00 PM, 15:30 PM
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Overview
Learn the basics of stand up paddleboarding in one of Hilo’s most protected oceanfront areas. This one-hour beginner lesson takes place in Reeds Bay, where sheltered water and a gradual learning environment create the perfect setting for first-time paddlers to build confidence on the water.
Your experience begins on shore with a simple introduction to paddleboarding fundamentals, including safety, balance, paddling technique, and board control. Your instructor will guide you step by step before heading into the bay, where you’ll practice at a comfortable pace in calm ocean conditions.
As you paddle along the scenic shoreline near Banyan Drive, you’ll enjoy beautiful ocean views, gentle tropical surroundings, and stories about the local area while learning essential paddleboarding skills in a relaxed and supportive environment.
During the lesson, you’ll learn how to stand and balance on the board, paddle efficiently, make basic turns, launch safely from shore, and recover after falling into the water. You’ll also gain simple ocean awareness skills and tips for maintaining control in light wind, small waves, and gentle ocean movement.
Reeds Bay is typically calm and beginner-friendly, though natural ocean conditions may vary slightly depending on weather and tides. This lesson is designed for guests who want a safe, approachable, and enjoyable introduction to stand up paddleboarding in Hilo.
What's Included
- English Speaking Guide
- Instructor
- Paddleboard and Paddle
- Life Jacket
- Light Snacks (Example-pretzels, Hawaiian Chips, Fruit Snacks)
- Aloha Juices
- Bottled Water
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Gratuities/Tips
- Transport to the Meeting Point
Considerations
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This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or motorized scooters
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This tour is not recommended for guests with back problems, pregnant guests or those with limited mobility
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The tour will involve self paddling a stand up paddle board (SUP) in a protected ocean bay
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Minimum age to participate is 8 years old
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This tour can accommodate dietary food allergies with advance notice
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This tour requires a taxi to get to the meeting point around 1 mile away
Special Instructions
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Bring your swimwear, beach towel, reef safe sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat, and reusable water bottle
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Bring Sun and Rain protective clothing
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
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Local currency is American Dollar (USD)
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Bring your fully charged waterproof camera, to capture wonderful memories on the day
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Price Info
Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Reeds Bay – Hilo
Per Person
USD $ 155.00
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