White Water Paddleboarding (SUP) Experience
Overview
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3 hours
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This isn’t your typical paddleboarding session – it’s a chance to experience stand-up paddleboarding in a whole new way, on real moving water in one of the Peak District’s most scenic river sections.
Our small group sizes mean more personal coaching and a better experience for everyone. Whether you're brand new to paddleboarding or looking to push yourself, the session is tailored to your ability, with friendly, experienced instructors who’ll help you build confidence and have fun.
It’s a fresh, adventurous alternative to flat water paddling – ideal if you're looking for something more exciting than a lake or have outgrown your usual venue. And with all equipment provided, all you need is a sense of adventure!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Get ready for an exciting introduction to white water stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in the stunning Peak District. After a safety briefing and a chance to get comfortable with the equipment, we’ll head onto the river to build your skills step by step. You’ll learn how to balance, steer, and control your board on moving water – starting in calmer sections and gradually progressing to gentle rapids as your confidence grows. Whether you’ve paddleboarded before or this is your very first time, you’ll be supported throughout by an experienced and encouraging instructor. Expect a fun, active session with plenty of time to practise, develop new skills, and experience the buzz of paddleboarding white water in a beautiful outdoor setting.
What‘s Included
Paddle board, Paddle, Buoyancy aid, Helmet, Shortie Wetsuit
Instruction and coaching
Please bring something to wear under your wetsuit as well as a full change of clothes inc footwear and towel for after
You will need to bring STURDY footwear that you don’t mind getting wet - old trainers are ideal
Car Parking Charges are not included
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White Water Paddleboarding (SUP) Experience
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
White water paddle boarding
211duncang,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great morning out. I've been paddle boarding before but not white water. Wendy gave loads of tips and I was quickly standing up down the white water. A fun different flavour to normal paddle boarding. I've now bought a helmet, so I can carry on practicing. Thank you.
Amazing experience!
Excursion65850184907,Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did the white water paddleboarding experience today with Wendy and it was amazing! I had so much fun and really felt like I learned a lot. Wendy made the whole experience fun and enjoyable and was so supportive. I'm so excited to practice the techniques I learned today and hopefully progress. I will definitely be coming back!
Fantastic day on the river
jg expedition,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely fantastic day. We paddled through some stunning areas and we even saw a kingfisher. We also learnt so many new skills and were able to experience how to navigate low level and small rapids safely for the first time (mainly on knees but also managed to rid one standing up).
Experience of a life time - A must for all in the Peak District
486adamv,Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic full-day private session with Dolomite Training, white water stand-up paddleboarding on the River Derwent. Our guide, Wendy, was incredible – knowledgeable, supportive, and fun – and made the whole experience feel exciting yet safe from start to finish. I went with my 12-year-old daughter, and despite having very little prior SUP experience, Wendy gave us the confidence and skills to get up, paddle, and even take on some white water rapids. The feeling of being on the river, surrounded by nature while the world carried on around us, was both peaceful and exhilarating. The rapids were a real thrill – heart-racing fun that left us grinning from ear to ear – but it never felt out of control. Wendy’s calm guidance, clear instruction, and obvious passion for the sport made all the difference. This was a truly memorable day out and a fantastic introduction to white water SUP. We couldn’t recommend Dolomite Training and Wendy more highly!
1:1 skill course
adambG9981UJ,May 29, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day out with Steve. I'm not a beginner but still learnt alot from the day. The course helped me build my confidence and skills up on some of the more technical trails. A Highly recommend session and well worth the money.
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