For those visiting Santa Monica Bay for the first time and people who live in Los Angeles the best way to get that SoCal experience is by stand up paddling in the Marina del Rey.
Here is a selection of stand up paddle tours, lessons, rentals and workouts that are geared for all levels: family friendly, adventurers, workout paddlers or serenity cruisers. Experience Santa Monica Bay like never before, meet the paddle community and get the most out of life in Southern California.
Stand Up Paddle Rentals
Marina Rentals
Rates
- 1-hour rentals: $30
- 90 minutes: $40
- 2- hour: $50
- Paddlers choose us because of our stable boards and super light paddles!
Stand Up Paddle Lessons & Tours
Discover Stand Up Paddling
New to SUP and want a chance to try it before you get a full lesson? Learn tips and techniques to help navigate the various water conditions. This session includes 30 minutes with one of our highly experienced stand up paddle coaches and 30 minutes of solo paddling. Ages 10+
SUP Lesson 1: Marina Paddle
Perfect for active people who want to learn close-quarter paddling to handle boat traffic, control momentum, and rules of the water. Group experiences available. Ages 14+
Stand Up Paddle Sea Lion Tours
This small group lesson starts with a basic skills lesson and then a guided cruise through the marina to apply your new skills as you check out beautiful boats and search for Sea Lions (sometimes dolphins too!). Pictures included! Ages 14+
Private Paddle Lesson
From Sunrise to Sunset a private stand up paddle coaching is best for those who want it all! If you're a first-time paddler or experienced and want undivided attention from your coach get a private session and move up the learning curve even faster. Ages 10+
Stand Up Paddle Skills Unleashed
SUP Lesson 2:
Wind & Wakes
Learn to catch the energy on the water instead of getting pushed around by it. We'll go over techniques for wind, wake and fitness paddling–a game changer! Keep up with the group, get a great workout, and you're one step closer to launching through the waves for a coastal paddle to see whales, dolphins and epic views!
Learn to catch a wave on a stand up paddle board and how to launch off a beach for coastal cruising. Explore the Santa Monica coast from Malibu to Palos Verdes and beyond. Available as a group and private lesson for ages 14+
Sunset paddles are one of the best experiences in LA. Prior experience with Lesson 1 Marina Paddle preferred or similar experience sets you up fun evening. Available as a group or private class for ages 14+
Experience Santa Monica Bay like never before! For the adventurous cruise the dramatic Malibu coastline, spot whales, dolphins and seals - pictures are included!
Available as a group or private class for ages 14+
Stand Up Paddle Mastery Series
Anyone who spends time on the water knows the benefits are endless from physical, mental, spiritual health, community, and adventure, SUP has it all
SoCal SUP Mastery Series
Bundle and save! This series will teach you everything you need to know for the three most common conditions for paddlers. Includes: Lesson 1: Marina paddling, Lesson 2: Wind & Wakes and Lesson 3: Wave Timing & Ocean. Your prior water, board sport, wind sport and wave sport, experiences will determine how many practice sessions you will need.
Active people who want to become active paddlers go directly to Lesson 1: Marina Paddler. Learn close-quarter paddling to handle boat traffic, control momentum and rules of the water. Know the skills required to flat water paddle confidently in SoCal and beyond!
Techniques for wind, wake and fitness paddling. A game changer! This is what SUP is all about. Learn to catch the energy on the water instead of getting pushed around by it. Keep up with the group, get a great workout, and you're one step closer to launching through the waves for a coastal paddle to see whales, dolphins and epic views!
Learn how to launch off a beach for coastal cruising and wave riding. This is what SUPs were made for! Explore the Santa Monica coast from Malibu to Palos Verdes and beyond! Our wave class is held at the BEST location in LA and is semi-protected so the waves are always small and manageable for all. Available as a group and private lesson for ages 14+
Stand Up Paddle Experience Tours
Sea Lion Tour with SUP Lesson
Looking for SoCal SUP vibes then our morning Sea Lion lesson is for you! This small group lesson starts with a basic skills and then a guided cruise through the marina to apply your new skills as you check out beautiful boats and search for Sea Lions (sometimes dolphins too.). Pictures are included! Ages 14+.
Stand Up Paddle Sunset Tours
Sunset Paddles are the best! Prior experience with SUP Lesson 1: Marina Paddle or similar sets you up for the best experience. Everyone wants to see the sunset on the water and this can be a lively marina paddle so bring your energy and let's soak up the SoCal vibes. Plus pictures are included! Available as a group or private class for ages 14+.
Experience Santa Monica Bay like never before! For the adventurous paddler check out our Malibu Coastal Adventure and cruise the dramatic coastline, spot whales, dolphins and seals. Pictures are included!
Private Stand Up Paddle Lessons
From Sunrise to Sunset, Private Coaching is best for those who want it all! If you're a first-timer or experienced and want undivided attention from your coach get a privately coached session and move up the learning curve even faster.
Stand Up Paddle Ocean Adventures
Ocean paddling can provide memories that last a lifetime. See whales and catch a wave! Plus get an amazing workout and it's right in your backyard.
Learn how to launch off a beach for coastal cruising and wave riding. This is what SUPs were made for! Explore the Santa Monica coast from Malibu to Palos Verdes and beyond! Our wave class is held at the BEST location in LA and is semi-protected so the waves are always small and manageable for all. Available as a group and private lesson for ages 14+.
Experience Santa Monica Bay like never before! For the adventurous paddler check out our Malibu Coastal Adventure and cruise the dramatic coastline, spot whales, dolphins and seals. Pictures are included!
Join us for a group workout session. Build stand up paddling endurance and get fit at the same time!
Private Stand Up Paddle Coaching
From Sunrise to Sunset, Private Coaching is best for those who want it all! If you're a first-timer or experienced and want undivided attention from your coach get a privately coached session and move up the learning curve even faster.
Family Friendly Stand Up Paddling
Stand Up Paddle Basics
A fun and easy way to start stand up paddle boarding. Available as a group or private class for ages 14+.
SUP Lesson 1: Marina Paddle
Perfect for active people who want to learn close-quarter paddling to handle boat traffic, control momentum, and rules of the water. Group experiences available. Ages 14+
Sea Lion Tour with SUP Lesson
Looking for SoCal SUP vibes then our morning Sea Lion lesson is for you! This small group lesson starts with a basic skills and then a guided cruise through the marina to apply your new skills as you check out beautiful boats and search for Sea Lions (sometimes dolphins too.). Pictures are included! Ages 14+.
Experience Santa Monica Bay like never before! For the adventurous paddler check out our Malibu Coastal Adventure and cruise the dramatic coastline, spot whales, dolphins and seals. Pictures are included!
Team Building & Community
Team Building Paddle Parties
Got a group? Let's go paddle! Group paddles from sunrise to sunset. Ask about our paddle parties! Bond with your people on the water and paddling away with a new life skill and memories that last a lifetime.
Stand Up Paddle Social & Community Activities
Social paddles for fun, fitness, and finding new friends. Join our paddle club for all that and more. Get frequency discounts and turn your experience on the water into savings.
Stand Up Paddle Deals and Savings
Like yoga, tennis, golf, skiing and any other recreational activity, SUP is a practice where the more you do the more you get out of it.
Find bundles and package deals and access a range of stand up paddle gear, paddle socials and adventures where your time on the water earns you rewards.