B4754ZFjanej, Sept 2024

We'd wanted to get started with Paddleboarding for ages so it was great to have a chance to try it out with qualified instructor Alex on the river Avon. The 2.5 hour introductory session was perfect to get educated on shore first, then board our boards for a lengthy paddle upstream. Alex is a fantastic teacher her expertise helping us to progress to feeling confident on the water. Alex also took some great photos we now have, to cherish that lovely Sunday morning along the river, taking in the glorious views and peaceful atmosphere. Thank you for providing this fantastic service.

Richard B, Aug 2024

As slightly experienced but untrained SUP-ers we took the safari as an opportunity for some proper training as well as a day out. The setup at the Arden boathouse was ideal and James & Alex were kind and generous as we arrived a bit unprepared! The coaching was well delivered and didn’t take too long and the whole group were on the water having fun without any falling in in a short time. James was a delightful coach, guide and periodic wildlife reporter and a lovely person to spend a few hours cruising down the beautiful river Avon with. I can’t recommend him and Alex highly enough.

Discover39438344687, Jul 2024

What a fantastic morning spent paddle boarding on the river Avon. Plenty of parking and ideal facilities that include toilets and showers , you’re greeted with a fantastically warm welcome by husband and wife team Alex and James. This charismatic duo are warm and attentive and you’ll instantly be put ease. Once everyone has arrived your into the lesson of how to properly use your paddle board, they are thorough with their teaching which incorporates excellent delivery of what you’ll need to know that is taught in a relaxed and humorous manner. Then your out in the water, the couple have a keen eye for anyone who may be nervous or struggling a little. But honestly their on back teaching is so good everyone picked it up with ease. The idyllic surroundings are stunning and the direction and supervision from the couple is fantastic, on the safari you can expect chats about the area the history of some of the points of interest as well peace and calm. You can also expect some great laughs as challenges are taken up by the more adventurous to jump a 180, some mild yoga, one footed balancing and even a headstand on the paddle board, the varying degrees of success create plenty of laughs. But there’s absolutely no pressure if you want to enjoy the tranquil scenery and paddle. This was a fantastic trip in a stunning area with relaxation guaranteed, but the gem in this trip is Alex and James, they really make the trip.

Vacation22803405910, Jul 2024

Had a great introduction and guidance by Alex which made it easy to start on the board and get going. The views and the scenery are great and was really enjoyable and peaceful experience down the river. Perfect activity for something different.