Join us for our Moomba Fireworks social paddle along the Yarra river in town.    Moomba weekend is March 6-10. The weather will determine what night we go. We’ll confirm on Monday 3rd March.    Details:  Date: TBC subject to weather 7.30pm to 10pm Meet - Point Park, Docklands  Google 104 Lorimer St   About the paddle: This is a great paddle up the Yarra from Point Park to Birrarung Marr to see the Moomba Fireworks. It will be about 6kms all up.    This paddle is not suitable for first timers. We will be paddling under full darkness, so you need to be a confident paddler.    Sorry, no children under 12 years old.    Safety gear:  Everyone must have a leg rope.  Life jackets are optional.    Lights. Everyone must have a waterproof light attached to their board. A round white light is preferred. No headlamps please.    Parking: Parking along Lorimer St, STH Wharf drive and Mills Pl.   

Join us for a fun and very casual paddle to watch the sunset on Lilydale lake.  Thursday 6th Feb 7.30pm launch.  Meet at the boat ramp area at Lilydale lake, ready to be on the water at 7.30pm. Check the discussion for the exact spot.  We’ll go on a very casual meander around the islands and set up the perfect photo op to capture the sunset.  This is open to everyone and is free to attend. Definitely suitable for beginner and novice paddlers.  You MUST have a leg rope on your board to participate in this paddle.  See you there. 

Mt Eliza to Mornington & return Paddle: Join us for a 12km paddle from Half Moon Bay , Mt Eliza to Morninton and return.   This is the next section south from the recent Oliver's Hill - Canadian Bay paddle that Annette ran a few weeks ago Enjoy the beautiful hillside scenery, bathing boxes and the company of fellow paddlers. Here's the plan: * Meet: Half Moon Bay Carpark 7:30am: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xatb6NZnaZ5eZL1p6 * Briefing: 7:50am * Launch: 8:00am SHARP * Estimated Duration: 4 hours (estimate 3 hours of paddling ) * Finish: Arrive back at Half moon bay / Just south of Canadian Bay around midday Important: * Bring your own gear, including paddle, board, PFD recommended, leg rope (a must) * We'll paddle at a social pace - similar to the boathouse paddle last week - around 4km’s per hour * You should be comfortable paddling 10km like that paddle  * Let's enjoy the day and the beautiful surroundings https://fb.me/e/2O6OJdX07

Paddle and Scones Fairfield Boathouse Social Paddle.  Saturday 25th Jan 8am launch.  Starting at Yarra Bend Boat Ramp just near Corben Oval, we’ll paddle up to the Fairfield boathouse for morning tea, before floating back down the river to our cars.  Medium fitness needed for this paddle. Expect about 10kms of paddling all up.  It is a 5km paddle upstream to the boathouse. It’s not a hard or strenuous paddle, just a bit longer than usual. The return paddle is much easier, as we have the flow of the river to help.  There is lots of parking just meters from the boat ramp and lots of grass to set up your board.  We launch at 8am, so please arrive early to set up.  You must have a leg rope for this paddle. 

SUP GAMES DAY…. No. 2!  Date: 18th January 2025 confirmed Join us for our second crack at a fun social day of SUP Games and fun on the water. Unlike our usual social paddles, the SUP Games will be held close to the beach where falling in is highly likely. Sandridge beach will continue to be our playground. This is members only event, but you can invite a friend to join you. Further Details: Time: 8:30 to approx 1pm (you can leave anytime) Meet: Sandridge beach on the sand in front of the Surf Lifesaving Club. About the paddle: The SUP games will require you to use physical actions that are required to maneuver your board. The day will be loads of fun and you may choose to engage in the games or you could sit back on your board and just watch. Fitness required: Medium level fitness is required, as there will be balance and quick movements on the board. Some speed may be required for the activities that involve racing (but it’s all in good fun we don’t care who wins or loses). I suggest warming up those muscles first so no one does an injury! Safety gear: Inflatable boards are preferred, but you can bring your hard board if need be (inflatables are softer to fall on and for collisions). We’ll have both our club iSUPs there for anyone to use. I can also bring my spares. Everyone must have a leg rope. Life jackets are optional for persons 12 years and older. Children 11 years and under MUST have a life jacket on at all times. Parking: Parking is available in the carpark or just alongside the road on The boulevard. Some of the SUP Games we might play: -Pick up a passenger race (rescue a friend) -Pass the ball game/beach volleyball (a team game) -Board run (run across boards) -Board raft races -Paddle jousting

Patterson lakes Christmas Lights Paddle.  Join us for a social paddle through the Patterson Lakes canals to see all the amazing Christmas lights.  Wednesday 18th December.  8.30pm launch.  We’ll meet at the far eastern end of the Patterson river boat ramps, Launching Way Carrum. Near the public toilets.  https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWqC3tnzUqkTaUbEA?g_st=ic We want to launch at 8.30pm, so please arrive early to set up.  What to bring.  Your board, leg rope and paddle. A light for your board (see below). Life jackets are advised but not mandatory. Your sense of fun.  Some safety info:  LIGHTS ARE MANDATORY. NO LIGHTS, NO PADDLE. Everyone must have at least one white light on the deck of your board. Headlamps and bike lights are NOT suitable, as you’ll blind the other paddles.  At minimum, this light from Kmart is great - https://www.kmart.com.au/product/bulb-tent-light-42463542/?sku=42463542&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=free_listings&srsltid=AfmBOoqA20Pn0w7-Aatn7At4d0XV_8HYr-2tCB6r0dgSxk6_euEEviSuMjY&region_id=300001 Just zip tie or tape it to your board.  Sorry, this paddle is not suitable for first timers. There are quite a few slow moving power boat’s enjoying the lights as well, so the we will get a lot of boat wakes. You need to feel confident paddling for about 6-7 kms in the dark, at a slow casual pace.  Feel free to dress up your board with some fun fairy lights or led lights. 

Welcome to another of Sup Melbourne’s Intermediate Skills Session with Sharon Bourke (Supfit Sharon) This session will be held at the front of Royal Brighton Yacht Club Brighton on Sunday 15 December 2024 starting 10.00am sharp. Please allow plenty of time to park and set up your boards. There is plenty of paid parking but you can always drop your board off and park in one of the side streets. Please read parking signage as it differs from street to street and side to side.   ** Please note this is a non refundable event - If you are not able to attend please advise at your earliest convenience and you will be able to transfer to another date.  Ticketing for this event will be open for bookings at 9am Saturday 9th November.     This session is more for participants that have had reasonable and consistent time on the water over the past year, are capable of the 4 basic strokes, are comfortable and confident with falling off and getting back on the board without assistance, progressing skills to confidently paddle in stronger conditions and increasing endurance. Skills covered subject to conditions on the day may include * Kick turns * Breaking down the different phases of a stroke. * Tracking a board effectively and efficiently. * Safety techniques in stronger conditions. * Techniques to catch bumps and gaining control of balance. The conditions ideal for the day will be more than flat water with some wind which will allow participants to put the above techniques in place for a fun and very informative morning on the water. What to bring: * Your SUP, paddle and leg rope(mandatory) * Pack a spare change of clothes * Clothing to wear on the water ideally will not hold loads of water when wet, lycra, nylon, * And most importantly – be prepared to have heaps of fun on the day and receive expert    tuition from Supfit Sharon. We will be taking photos on the day that will be posted to the social media of Sup Melbourne and Sharon Bourke, please if you prefer to not be included in the photos let one of our helpers know. Late cancellations and No shows dips into our grant money which enables us to hold these subsidized events not to mention uses a spot that another member could have attended so please consider when booking ‘that you are able to attend’.   Skills Crew Team 

Welcome to another of Sup Melbourne’s Beginners Skills Session with Sharon Bourke (Supfit Sharon) This session will be held at Royal Brighton Yacht Club Brighton on the evening of Sunday 15 December 2024 starting 08.00am sharp. Please allow plenty of time to park and set up your boards. There is plenty of paid parking but you can always drop your board off and park in one of the side streets. Please read parking signage as it differs from street to street and side to side.   ** Please note this is a non refundable event - If you are not able to attend please advise at your earliest convenience and you will be able to transfer to another date.  Sharon will be covering the following skills on the day *Demonstration and explanation of location, conditions, equipment and technique. *Demonstration of basic paddle strokes and correct paddle technique. *Demonstration in the safety of carrying a board including entry and exit of water, mounting and dismounting. *Transition from knees to feet, body balance and posture, falling safely from a board and getting back on in deeper waters.   *             Pack a spare change of clothes *             Clothing to wear on the water ideally will not hold loads of water when wet, lycra, nylon, *             Leg ropes (are a mandatory item)             *             And most importantly – be prepared to have heaps of fun on the day and receive expert tuition from                   Supfit Sharon    We will be taking photos on the day that will be posted to our Sup Melbourne FB page and Sharon Bourke’s Insta page, please if you prefer to not be included in the photos let one of our helpers know. Late cancellations and No shows dips into our grant money which enables us to hold these funded events not to mention uses a spot that another member could have attended so please consider when booking ‘that you are able to attend’ Skills session Crew

Join us for a fun social paddle at Sandridge beach.    Saturday 14th December.    Two options:  6am sunrise paddle  Or 8am regular social paddle (bit more beginner friendly).    Sandridge Beach in Port Melbourne (Not Sandringham)    This one is for EVERYONE. Whether you are sitting, kneeling, just barely standing or confidently standing on your board, you’ll love this social paddle. Open to club and non club members.    We’ll go on a very casual paddle over towards Princes pier and back. It’ll be about 4kms at the most, and we won’t be too far from shore.    We’ll launch promptly at 6am for the sunrise paddle, and 8.00am for the general paddle, so plan to arrive 30 mins early to get set up. There’s free parking at the Surf Lifesaving Club, or out on The Boulevard.    What to bring: Your paddle board.  Your paddle.  Your leg rope (this is mandatory) You are most welcome to wear a life jacket, although it’s not mandatory for this paddle.   After the regular paddle, we will head to a local cafe for coffee.    This paddle will be weather dependent, so make sure you watch this event post for updates. 

Join us for a very casual and fun paddle up the Birrarung/Yarra river to watch the Yarra Christmas Light show near Southbank.  Thursday 12th December. 8pm to 10pm Arrive time: 7.30pm Launch time: 8pm sharp (sorry, but we won’t wait for late comers). Launch location: Yarra Edge Marina.  Some mandatory gear is needed.  Lights. You MUST have at least one white light on your board.  NO LIGHTS, NO PADDLE.  Leg rope. You MUST have a leg rope of leash for this paddle. Coil leg ropes are best for river paddles.  We will be launching at 8pm sharp, so please arrive early to set up.  Unfortunately this paddle is NOT suitable for first time paddlers or children. Although it’ll be a chilled social paddle, you need to be confident to paddle about 6kms in the dark. You seriously do not want to fall in the Yarra, at night. 

Welcome to another of Sup Melbourne’s Intermediate Skills Session with Sharon Bourke (Supfit Sharon) This session will be held at the front of Royal Brighton Yacht Club Brighton on Sunday 24th November 2024 starting 08.30am sharp. Please allow plenty of time to park and set up your boards. There is plenty of paid parking but you can always drop your board off and park in one of the side streets. Please read parking signage as it differs from street to street and side to side.   ** Please note this is a non refundable event - If you are not able to attend please advise at your earliest convenience and you will be able to transfer to another date.  This session is more for participants that have had reasonable and consistent time on the water over the past year, are capable of the 4 basic strokes, are comfortable and confident with falling off and getting back on the board without assistance, progressing skills to confidently paddle in stronger conditions and increasing endurance. Skills covered subject to conditions on the day may include * Kick turns * Breaking down the different phases of a stroke. * Tracking a board effectively and efficiently. * Safety techniques in stronger conditions. * Techniques to catch bumps and gaining control of balance. The conditions ideal for the day will be more than flat water with some wind which will allow participants to put the above techniques in place for a fun and very informative morning on the water. What to bring: * Your SUP, paddle and leg rope(mandatory) * Pack a spare change of clothes * Clothing to wear on the water ideally will not hold loads of water when wet, lycra, nylon, * And most importantly – be prepared to have heaps of fun on the day and receive expert    tuition from Supfit Sharon. We will be taking photos on the day that will be posted to the social media of Sup Melbourne and Sharon Bourke (Supfit Sharon), please if you prefer to not be included in the photos let one of our helpers know. Late cancellations and No shows dips into our grant money which enables us to hold these subsidized events not to mention uses a spot that another member could have attended so please consider when booking ‘that you are able to attend’.   Skills Crew Team